Stone Barrington is back, in fine form, in the newest thriller from the #1 "New York Times" bestselling author. After a series of nonstop adventures, Stone Barrington is eager for some peace and quiet in a rustic British setting. But no sooner does he land in England than he s beset by an outrageous demand from a beautiful lady, and an offer he can t refuse. Unfortunately, Stone quickly learns that his new acquisition comes with some undesired strings attached namely, a deadly mystery involving the complex relationships of the local gentry, and a relentless adversary who raises the stakes with every encounter. Stone s restful country vacation is looking like yet another troublesome situation, but with his tireless aplomb and the help of a few friends he is more than up to the challenge."