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items I love reading especially suspenseful murder mysteries and bio’s as well. I invite you to come and check out my list of some of my favs that I have read and some that are on my must read personal list. Dive into gripping tales, eye-opening ideas, and...
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Beyond the Page
I really enjoy mystery books. They make me excited and keep me guessing. I like figuring out clues and secrets before the characters do. These stories make me think and imagine. I learn more than just the plot as I read - I find deeper meanings and s...
This book is a good read. Sad, but good.
Hello Beautiful (Oprah's Book Club) Novel
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Sad and true story of the Franke children. If you like true stories, then read this one.
The House of My Mother: A Daughter's Quest
I find this book interesting because it reveals real-life cases where justice was not served. "Framed" uncovers wrongful convictions that challenge the system and make you think twice about how it works. It's on my personal must-read list because it ...
Framed: True Stories of Wrongful Convictions
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I am drawn to this book because it combines shipwrecks, mutiny, and murder in a gripping true story of survival and betrayal on the high seas. "The Wager" delves into the darker side of human nature and explores the limits people will go to in extrem...
The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder
This book is a must-read for me because I am a big fan of John Grisham's work. I am excited to dive into "The Whistler" as it promises a gripping legal drama featuring a corrupt judge, a dangerous conspiracy, and a brave investigator. Given Grisham's...
The Whistler: A Novel
The next book I want to read is The Writer*by James Patterson. It’s a thriller about a famous author whose stories start coming true in scary ways, ending with a big surprise twist. I put this book on my list because I love exciting stories that keep...
The Writer: A Thriller
I really enjoyed The Firm, so I had to read the sequel, The Exchange. Both books are full of suspense and kept me turning the pages. In The Exchange, Mitch McDeere is back in trouble, this time in a worldwide case where one mistake could cost him eve...
The Exchange: After The Firm (The Firm Series)
The Biloxi Boys is so popular that there’s a long waitlist at the library just to borrow a copy. The book dives deep into corruption, power, and betrayal in Mississippi, where a shocking murder trial uncovers dark secrets and dangerous alliances. It’...
The Boys from Biloxi: A Legal Thriller
In this story, King’s well-known detective takes on her darkest case yet, uncovering terrifying secrets behind a series of disappearances in a quiet town. I can’t wait to dive into this one—it promises the kind of suspense and chills that make Stephe...
Holly
This book is an all-time favorite of mine, and once you start reading, you simply can’t put it down. It’s a haunting story of justice and miracles on death row, where a gentle giant’s mysterious gift pushes the limits of good and evil. The mix of hea...
The Green Mile: The Complete Serial Novel
Billy Summers is such a great read. It’s the story of a hitman with a strict code who agrees to take on one final job—but nothing unfolds the way he expects. Stephen King weaves justice, redemption, and nonstop suspense into this gripping thriller th...
Billy Summers
Murder in Paradise is such a good book by James Patterson. It brings together three thrilling stories filled with mystery and suspense, where a tropical escape quickly turns dangerous. Patterson’s fast-paced writing and shocking twists make this coll...
Murder in Paradise
This book was good, but not a favorite, but worth putting on the must read list.
The Ninth Month
Mr. Mercedes is a thriller that definitely earns a spot on my must-read list. A retired detective gets pulled into a tense cat-and-mouse game with a twisted killer who once plowed into a crowd in a stolen Mercedes. The suspense, clever plot twists, a...
Mr. Mercedes: Trilogía Bill Hodges, Book 1
I can't wait to read this one!!! I love Mel Robbins
The Let Them Theory: Life-Changing Tool
I was never a Hunger Games fan, but this book sounds interesting.
Sunrise on the Reaping (Hunger Games)
If you are looking to make some changes or wanting to work on self-improvement, this is a great book for that. I enjoyed every page.
Atomic Habits: Easy Way to Build & Break Habits
I love Reese Witherspoon as an actress. Her books sound interesting and intrigued me. This book is on my must read list.
Something in the Water: Reese's Book Club: A Novel
This book is going to be an awesome read. On my list A shocking true story of betrayal, deception, and the only fully wiretapped relationship in history—where every lie and secret was caught on tape.
DECEIT V. DECEIT: TRUE STORY OF BETRAYAL
I like exploring books by new authors or authors that I have never heard of before. The description for this book piqued my interest. Read the summary.
Behind the Badge
The Wingmen: The Unlikely, Unusual, Unbreakable Friendship Between John Glenn and Ted Williams* by Adam Lazarus chronicles the extraordinary bond between two American icons. In 1953, during the Korean War, astronaut John Glenn and baseball legend Ted...
The Wingmen: Friendship of Glenn & Williams
Great author. This book sounds like it is one you will have a hard time putting down.
The Hamptons Lawyer: A Jane Smith Thriller
The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy by James Patterson and Vicky Ward is abook that has await list longer than my arm to borrow from the library. Its worth the wait. Such a tragic story for 4 beautiful people who were just started to live and enjoy their lives.
The Idaho Four: An American Tragedy
Brand new author that I have never heard of before, but the book sounds like one I would love from reading the summary of what the book is about.
A Rock and a Hard Place (DCI Logan #21)
Love true-live mysteries. Cant wait to read this one.
The Pale-Faced Lie: A True Story
Another book that reads like it would be worth putting on the curated list of books on this list.
The Middleman: A Legal Thriller
Not a real NIcholas Sparks fan, but I thought this book was worth the mention.
Counting Miracles: A Novel
Now, this man right here. Cant wait to read this one. The Whistler is a gripping thriller unveiling corruption, secrets, and justice in a small town, as a whistleblower risks everything to expose the truth.
The Whistler: A Novel
Out of the Woods: A Girl, a Killer, and a Lifelong Struggle to Find the Way Home by Leslie Kain is a harrowing and deeply personal true-crime memoir of survival, trauma, and resilience. At just thirteen years old, Leslie survived a brutal attack that...
Out of the Woods: A Girl, a Killer, and a Lifelong Struggle
In The Jailhouse Lawyer by James Patterson, this book is a page turner. On my must read list. Read the summary to find out for yourself.
The Jailhouse Lawyer by Patterson & Allen
You already know. Here is what it is about: In Lies He Told Me by James Patterson and David Ellis, a seemingly perfect relationship unravels when dark secrets and shocking betrayals come to light. What begins as love and trust quickly spirals into de...
Lies He Told Me: A Thriller eBook
This book piqued my interest. I have never read anything that Emily henry has written, but this book is on my must-read list. Here is what it is about: Beach Read by Emily Henry follows two struggling writers—one who pens bestselling romances and the other known for his darker li...
Beach Read by Emily Henry
Debra Webb new author to me. Made my must-read list: Trust No One by Debra Webb is a gripping thriller that follows FBI agent Kerri Devlin as she investigates a high-profile murder that quickly spirals into a web of secrets, lies, and betrayal. As th...
Trust No One (Devlin & Falco #1) by Debra Webb
she is becoming another one of my favorite authors. Here is what this is about: The Tenant by Freida McFadden is a chilling psychological thriller about a woman who moves into a seemingly perfect apartment, only to discover that her new home holds disturbing secrets. As strange events unfold, she begi...
The Tenant: McFadden, Freida: 9781464227318
I have read one book by Karin Slaughter and it was good. She is a good author. I plan to read this one as well. Here is what it is about: We Are Guilty by Karin Slaughter follows police officer Emmy Clifton in the small town of North Falls, Georgia, where the disappearance of two teenage girls during a fir...
We Are All Guilty Here: A North Falls Thriller
Can't wait to read this one: The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins is a modern, suspenseful twist on the classic , set in an upscale Southern neighborhood where appearances hide dangerous secrets. Jane, a broke dog-walker, finds herself drawn into the ...
The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins
The Housemaid’s Secret by Freida McFadden is a tense psychological thriller that follows Millie, a housemaid who takes a new job with what seems like the perfect family—until she discovers disturbing secrets hidden behind closed doors. As she becomes...
The Housemaid's Secret: Gripping Thriller
The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden is a gripping thriller about a woman whose seemingly perfect relationship takes a dark turn when secrets and danger begin to surface. As she struggles to uncover the truth, she finds herself questioning everyone aroun...
The Boyfriend - McFadden, Freida: Books
Been reading MIchael Connelly books for a long time. Cant t wait to read this one, The Late Show by Michael Connelly follows detective Renée Ballard as she tackles a high-profile double homicide while navigating the pressures of the LAPD’s late-night...
The Late Show - Connelly, Michael: Books
I chose this book for my list because it’s a gripping story that kept me hooked from start to finish. I’m exploring new authors, and this one caught my attention with its suspenseful plot and unforgettable characters. It’s a great pick for anyone who...
The Last Thing She Ever Did
I chose this book for my list because it’s easy to read and helps you think in a positive way. I’m exploring new authors, and this one gives simple ideas to feel happier and more confident in life. It’s a helpful and inspiring read
The Courage to Be Happy: Power of Positive Psychology
I chose this book for my list because it’s simple to read and gives practical tips for staying focused and reaching your goals. I love self-help books, and this one helps you build discipline and mental strength to succeed in life.
The Power of Discipline: Self Control & Mental Toughness
I chose this book for my list because it’s exciting and full of suspense. I’m looking for books by new authors to read, and this one grabbed my attention with its legal thriller story. It’s a thrilling start to a new series that kept me hooked.
Legacy of Lies: A Legal Thriller (Bocephus 1)
Cold Island: A Novel (Detective Tommy Kelly Book 1) is a mystery story filled with suspense and twists. I chose this to be on my list because I enjoy detective stories that keep me guessing, and this book sounds like an exciting start to a new series...
Cold Island: A Novel (Detective Tommy Kelly 1)
Please Don’t Lie: A Thriller (Crystal River Book 1) is a suspenseful story full of secrets and tension. This is on my list because I enjoy thrillers that keep me hooked, and this one sounds like a gripping first book in a series I want to follow.
Please Don't Lie: A Thriller (Crystal River 1)
Bad Date: A Short Story by Ellery Lloyd is a quick, entertaining read about a date that goes all wrong. I chose this for my list because it’s fun, easy to read, and perfect for when I want a short story that keeps me engaged.
Bad Date: A Short Story - Ellery Lloyd
The Color of Death: A Novel by Trey Gowdy and Christopher Greyson is a thrilling story full of mystery and suspense. I chose this for my list because I love gripping crime novels that keep me on the edge of my seat from start to finish.
The Color of Death: A Novel by Gowdy & Greyson
Love & Other Killers by Brynne Weaver is a suspenseful and exciting story full of twists. I chose to put this on my list because I enjoy thrillers that mix danger and romance, and this book promises a page-turning read.
Love & Other Killers - Weaver, Brynne
This book is a true story about a woman who went through abuse but found the strength to survive and fight for justice. It is powerful, emotional, and inspiring. I put this on my list because it shows courage, hope, and the importance of never giving...
Nobody's Girl: Memoir of Surviving Abuse
This book gives simple advice on how to handle tough times when life feels hard. It helps you find calm and strength even when things are not going right. I chose this for my list because it shares comfort, hope, and support for anyone who feels over...
HOW TO BE OKAY WHEN NOTHING IS OKAY
This book tells a story about people’s lives, choices, and how mercy plays a role in what they do. It is thoughtful and moving, making you think about kindness and forgiveness. I chose this for my list because it has deep meaning and a story that sta...
Mercy by Joan Silber: 9781640097070 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
This book is a fun and heartwarming story about love, life, and finding happiness. It is easy to read and makes you feel good while reading. I chose this for my list because it’s uplifting, charming, and a book you won’t want to put down.
Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry
This book is a fun and exciting mystery about a group of friends who solve crimes together. It is full of twists and keeps you guessing. I chose this for my list because it is clever, entertaining, and a story that is hard to put down.
The Thursday Murder Club
New York Times Best Sellers
Browse Amazon’s top picks from the New York Times Best Sellers list—must-read fiction, gripping memoirs, and trending titles everyone’s talking about!
A gripping historical mystery of justice, secrets, and survival—The Frozen River is a powerful tale that keeps readers hooked until the last page.
The Frozen River: A GMA Book Club Pick
A brilliant, layered novel about wealth, power, and perception—Trust explores truth and fiction in a captivating story that redefines the American dream.
Trust (Pulitzer Prize Winner)
A twist-filled mystery and Reese’s Book Club pick—The Last Thing He Told Me unravels secrets, love, and lies in a race to uncover the truth.
The Last Thing He Told Me: Reese Witherspoon Pick
A bold, heartfelt memoir about grief, joy, and resilience—Great Big Beautiful Life is a moving Reese’s Book Club pick you won’t forget
Great Big Beautiful Life: Reese's Book Club
Between life and death lies a library of infinite choices—The Midnight Library is a GMA Book Club pick that explores regret, hope, and second chances.
The Midnight Library: A GMA Book Club Pick
A heartfelt tale of sisterhood, secrets, and second chances—The Flower Sisters blooms with emotion, family drama, and the power of forgiveness.
The Flower Sisters
A chilling psychological thriller with dark secrets and a shocking twist—The Wife Before will keep you guessing until the very last page
The Wife Before: Spellbinding Psychological Thriller
A layered tale of wealth, power, and perception unfolds as four narratives challenge the truth behind a 1920s tycoon’s rise in this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel.
Trust (Pulitzer Prize Winner)
The Woman in Suite 11 by Ruth Ware is a gripping psychological thriller and the long-awaited sequel to her bestselling novel *The Woman in Cabin 10*. Set a decade later, it follows journalist Lo Blacklock, now a mother of two, as she attends the gran...
The Woman in Suite 11: A Novel
Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service* by Carol Leonnig is a gripping, deeply reported exposé of the U.S. Secret Service, revealing its triumphs, failures, and internal crises. Drawing on years of investigative journalism, Leonnig uncove...
Zero Fail: The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service