Imperfect Strangers audiobook

This was a new twist on an old classic, "Strangers on a Train". The premise and the characters were all really good for me up until the end where it petered out a bit, pun intended as the bad guy is named Peter. Lackluster and predictable ending aside, I still quite enjoyed the story. I found it to be much better than the first Woods book I read, so it will be interesting to see what the future ones hold. My friend's dad is a huge fan and passes all his books along to me when he's through so I have about a paper box full of Stuart Woods alone.

I really enjoyed this book. I won't over exaggerate because I had a few small problems. The story started off quick and cool. Then, the momentum kind of slowed down after the first 100 or so pages. However, a huge plot twist picked it back up and Stuart ran with it. It's one of those timeless thrillers with a wonderful twist and that is why I absolutely love Stuart Woods.

A well written tale likened to the classic Strangers On A Train, it even garners a mention by the main characters. Two men, with troubled marriages, meet while traveling and decide that each other is the perfect solution to their woes. As in the original, this deteriorates into a struggle to survive and is wonderfully brought into modern life by the author. If you're a fan of the movie, or a fan of Woods, you'll enjoy this book. I read it entirely over the course of one leisurely evening and simply loved it. I enjoy the fact that the author doesn't fall into the trap of making characters stupid, or police officers into bumbling fools like so many others do. He writes smartly and crafts a complex plot, tight action scenes with stressful suspense. Woods could teach a masterclass on fiction writing, but I hope he continues to spend his time putting out excellent novels like this.

Imperfect StrangersThis was like watching a tennis match. The two main characters start a plan to each one killing someone. Then one tries to back out of the contract. Then the plot really takes off, one goes through with the plan and the second party attempts to find ways to prevent his part of the agreement from happening. Guess what happened? Read the book.

I picked this book up to read during the pandemic because I wanted to get totally engrossed in something.Was a good read. Held my attention. I was a little disappointed in the ending. I think the author could have made the ending a little more complicated. Even the relationship between Sandy and Cara was too easy.

I had read Stuart Woods's obit in NYT and read that he had won an Edgar Award for this book. I looked it up and when I saw the Strangers on a Train connection, I was hooked. During the first part of the book, I felt like I could actually be reading one of Highsmith's books. I read it on my phone and really went through it pretty fast. I recommend it for a quick fun read.

Great suspense story that springs off two strangers on a plane watching “Strangers on a Train” that agree to kill each other’s wives. Some of the coincidences are far fetched but if you can suspend your disbelief, you will enjoy the level of suspense built.

Imperfect Strangers is a play on a classic movie. Sandy and Peters’ lives become intertwined on a plane which sets the plot. Throughout one character attempts to take moral high road while the other tries to undermine him. I enjoyed this early Stuart Woods novel.

This is the first Stuart Woods book I've read not starring Stone Barrington. What a joy! I didn't miss Stone. I enjoyed "Perfect Strangers" and look forward to reading other non-Barrington books by Stuart Woods. This was a great read that was hard to put down!

A comfortable read.It took me a while to finish this book. It was interesting in its own way, but enjoyable. I lived near San Francisco and can relate to some of the places they talked about. Hope you enjoy it.

A good novel from my favorite author. The story had many twist and turns, many deceptions. If you haven’t read anything by Stuart Woods, this would be a good first.

I almost had the feeling of reading a stone Barrington series book.

Just an OK book. Guess I prefer the Stone Barrington series better....still finished this one and it kept me guessing. I had the audio for this one.

Read although it was a weird theme- ended well as always

This is a fast, fun read with a huge nod to “Strangers on a Train”.

Simply PerfectFamiliar plot. Good story telling. Somewhat of a predictable ending but a good read nonetheless. Great weekend of airplane read.