A review by mike_68
Dirt by Stuart Woods

5.0

Stone's client, gossip columnist Amanda Dart, loves dishing the dirt on New York celebs until she starts to be on the receiving end from a publication called ``DIRT''. As the faxes unravel Amanda Dart's secrets, Stone Barrington finds himself caught up in a fascinating mix of intrigue and charm. But Amanda is not alone, Richard Hickock, Amanda’s publisher, and Alan Peebles, Amanda’s rival, emerge as key players in the scandal. Eager to find out who was behind the unauthorized messages, he embarks on an adventurous journey, flirting with Amanda, diving into the world of journalism alongside Arrington Carter, and even getting into some tricky situations with a suspect's sister. Amid all this excitement, Stone stumbles upon some wiretaps that invade his privacy, sparking a daring surveillance mission that would lead to surprising outcomes.

While some might view the characters as stereotypes, that’s precisely what makes Stone Barrington’s novels enjoyable. “Dirt” offers a captivating mix of intrigue, humor, and insightful social critiques. The story, with all its ups and downs, provides a fascinating insight into a life that is both admired and mysterious to most.