Judge Stone by James Patterson (Audiobook)(Fiction) Author: James Patterson, Viola Davis; Narrator: Viola Davis
Full Title: Judge Stone
Release Year: 2026
Length: 11h 20m
Genres: Legal Thriller, Courtroom Drama, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense
In the small town of Union Springs, Alabama, Judge Mary Stone is a highly respected figure, balancing her family farm with her duties in the courtroom. She presides over the most controversial case in the history of the South, involving Dr. Bria Gaines, who performed an abortion on a 13-year-old. The case is legally straightforward but ethically complex, forcing Judge Stone to choose between life and death. Facing immense pressure from all sides, Judge Stone must navigate a political tinderbox, challenging societal norms and fighting to deliver justice for the people and place she loves. Co-written by James Patterson and Viola Davis, this novel delves into themes of women's rights, white supremacy, and the complexities of America's past. Viola Davis also narrates the audiobook, bringing an exceptional emotional depth to the story.