Holly Barker Collection: Orchid Blues / Blood Orchid / Iron Orchid / Hothouse Orchid

Holly Barker #2-3, 5-6

by Stuart Woods

Holly Barker Collection Stuart Woods From small-town Florida police chief to CIA agent, "sexy, savvy"* Holly Barker's career has been filled with twists and turns. Get to know this "tough, formidable protagonist" (Publishers Weekly) in these four novels of crime, action, and suspense from the New York Times bestselling author of the Stone Barrington and Will Lee series.

Genres: Mystery

1149 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Stuart Woods was an American novelist best known for Chiefs and his long-running Stone Barrington series. A Georgia native, he initially pursued a career in advertising before relocating to England and Ireland, where he developed a passion for sailing. His love for the sport led him to write his first published work, Blue Water, Green Skipper, about his experiences in a transatlantic yacht race.
His debut novel, Chiefs, was inspired by a family story about his grandfather, a police chief. The book, a gripping crime saga spanning several decades, won the Edgar Award for Best First Novel and was later adapted into a television miniseries. It launched Woods' career as a novelist, leading to a prolific output of thrillers.
Woods' most famous creation, Stone Barrington, is a former NYPD detective turned high-profile lawyer who navigates elite circles while solving crimes. The series became a bestseller and remained a staple of his career, often featuring crossover characters from his other books, such as CIA operative Holly Barker and defense lawyer Ed Eagle.
Beyond writing, Woods was an experienced pilot and yachtsman. He maintained homes in Florida, Maine, and New Mexico, where he lived with his wife and their Labrador, Fred. His literary career spanned decades, with dozens of bestsellers to his name.

Reviews

[Diane Wallace · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great series! even though the storylines and plot twists are a bit predictable at times there were some nice detective action. Also good character development and very suspenseful (paperback!)

[Mark Chipman · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a series I had to read As a book train. The Holly Barker story struck me in a way I never expected. Not an edge of the chair, cant put it down book. Rather a smooth flowing keep moving story. I also enjoy the Stone Barrington books

[Eileen Pace]

Have read Orchid Beach & Hothouse Orchid

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed reading this collection

[Jeff S · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just the usual fun easy interesting read with just enough sarcasm to be light and thoughtful without those deep brow lines you get from other more "intense" reads!

[Phyllis Harris]

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[Pamela · Rating 5 out of 5]

any book by him is a good book :)

[Jocelyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great series! Fast paced and exciting!