Plot Summary

Stone Cold

David Baldacci
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Stone Cold

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

Book Brief

David Baldacci

Stone Cold

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Stone Cold by David Baldacci follows ex-CIA hitman Oliver Stone and his Camel Club as they protect a con artist from a vengeful casino mobster while uncovering a deadly conspiracy linked to Cold War-era assassinations. The plot weaves a tale of revenge, political intrigue, and survival, culminating in revelations that threaten the highest echelons of power. The story includes themes of murder and revenge.

Suspenseful

Dark

Mysterious

Gritty

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.4

64,951 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

David Baldacci's Stone Cold has garnered praise for its fast-paced narrative and complex characters, particularly the depth given to its protagonist, Oliver Stone. Critics appreciate the thrilling plot twists and intricate storyline. However, some find the book's reliance on familiar thriller tropes less compelling. Overall, it's a gripping read for fans of action and suspense.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Stone Cold?

A reader who enjoys intense political thrillers with intricate plots and robust characters would find Stone Cold by David Baldacci captivating. Fans of Tom Clancy's The Hunt for Red October or John Grisham's The Firm would appreciate the novel's suspense and action-filled narrative.

4.4

64,951 ratings

85%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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