Diving into a new thriller novel is one of my favorite feelings: the mystery, the complex characters, the twists and turns - these books have it all. As a self-proclaimed connoisseur of this genre, here are some of my favorite titles with the most sh...
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My #1 Riley Sager novel! The summer camp setting, the jumping timelines, and insane twist at the end makes this one a 10/10.
The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager
Lucy foley has been hit or miss for me, but this one comes out on top. There is a lot of characters and sometimes that took away from the plot, but she ties this one up in a very satisfying way. Definitely a good read if you're into whodunnits.
The Guest List by Lucy Foley
The best plot twist I've maybe ever read. Still think about it years later! This is a compelling, exciting, and suspenseful story that any horror/thriller fan would devour.
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
Very compelling and emotionally charged thriller. I will say - the ending of this one left me feeling a little unsatisfied and frustrated. However, I thoroughly enjoyed the rest of the book so I didn't want to count it out for that one reason. That c...
The Quiet Tenant by Clemence Michallon
The vibes of this book are off the spooky charts. Set in the 80s in a historical Maine mansion, lovers of retro and gothic horror need to pick this one up!
The Only One Left by Riley Sager
Although this wasn't initially my favorite after I finished, this was a nice easy, quick thriller read that still packed a punch. I definetely wansn't expecting the ending, and for that it gets a spot!
Never Lie by Freida McFadden
literally read this right now.
The House in the Pines
this needs to be a movie omggg
Home Before Dark: A Novel
spooky ooky, reminded me a lot of AHS Murder House which is a classic in my house!!
The September House by Carissa Orlando
absolutely crazy again would make suchhh a good movie
I Was a Teenage Slasher by Stephen Graham Jones
FIVE STARS OMG
Final Girls: A Novel: Sager, Riley
a classic for a reason!!
The Chain - McKinty, Adrian
def not as good as The Silent Patient but worth a read; reminiscent of Glass Onion for sure
The Fury by Alex Michaelides
kept me hooked the entire time. some people don't love this but I'm absolutely obsessed
The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager
kinda predictable if you pay attention but still a super fun read
The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley | Goodreads
super surprising ending. loved that characterization in this novel
The Maid (Molly the Maid, #1) by Nita Prose
one of my top RS books. this ended up being way more emtionally charged than his other books and I loved it.
Middle of the Night by Riley Sager
not my personal fav Sager book but it kept me engaged and the NYC setting was a change of pace from his other novels which I liked. a lot of people say this is their favorite from him so worth a read!
Lock Every Door by Riley Sager | Goodreads
To Be Read
the ones on my list :)
just picked this up - been wanting to read forever!!!
Wrong Place Wrong Time: A Novel - Books
I have been DYING to get my paws on this book!!
The God of the Woods: A Novel
cannot WAIT for this to be released in June!!
With a Vengeance: A Novel
very very interested to read this. pretty sure it's a tv series now.
Dark Matter: A Novel
wanna read this before the movie comes out!!
The Housemaid
heard so many goof reviews of this one!
Hidden Pictures
heard great reviews on this - definitely on my list!!
A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham | Goodreads