Marie Barber
When the body of Sarah Morrow, a young girl with a troubled past, is discovered in an abandoned house, the peaceful façade of the small midwestern town of Cedar Bluff begins to crack.
Marie Barber, the town’s soon-to-be-ex-detective, is known more for her drinking than investigative skills. She is called upon to unravel the mystery surrounding Sarah’s death, and Marie is determined to uncover the truth, no matter the cost.
Marie confronts a complex web of secrets and lies. From the murky streets frequented by the town’s more unsavory characters to the hidden lives of Cedar Bluff’s seemingly upstanding citizens, every lead brings her closer to a truth everyone is desperate to keep hidden. At the same time, dealing with her emotional turmoil, she is drawn deeper into a world of deception where the lines between innocence and guilt blur.
The First Stone is a pulse-pounding thriller that delves into the darkest corners of a seemingly idyllic town. With its rich characterizations and a plot full of unexpected twists, J. R Wood delivers a compelling narrative that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. Join Marie Barber as she uncovers the chilling truth behind the murder and faces a reality that will change Cedar Bluff and her forever.
Genre: Mystery
When the body of Sarah Morrow, a young girl with a troubled past, is discovered in an abandoned house, the peaceful façade of the small midwestern town of Cedar Bluff begins to crack.
Marie Barber, the town’s soon-to-be-ex-detective, is known more for her drinking than investigative skills. She is called upon to unravel the mystery surrounding Sarah’s death, and Marie is determined to uncover the truth, no matter the cost.
Marie confronts a complex web of secrets and lies. From the murky streets frequented by the town’s more unsavory characters to the hidden lives of Cedar Bluff’s seemingly upstanding citizens, every lead brings her closer to a truth everyone is desperate to keep hidden. At the same time, dealing with her emotional turmoil, she is drawn deeper into a world of deception where the lines between innocence and guilt blur.
The First Stone is a pulse-pounding thriller that delves into the darkest corners of a seemingly idyllic town. With its rich characterizations and a plot full of unexpected twists, J. R Wood delivers a compelling narrative that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. Join Marie Barber as she uncovers the chilling truth behind the murder and faces a reality that will change Cedar Bluff and her forever.
Genre: Mystery
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