As an avid reader, I find myself absolutely obsessed with true crime or psychological thriller books. If you're anything like me and enjoy books that read like movies, then you have come to the right place. Pick your next read here!
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Curated list of some of the best Thriller books out right now. Pick your fave and drop a comment to let us all know what you're reading!
Six friends. One college reunion. One unsolved murder. – a slower read with a lot of characters to keep up with but as it unfolds it picks up QUICKLY.
In My Dreams I Hold a Knife by Ashley Winstead
6 teenage girls went missing in her town and her father confessed. Now 20 years later more teenage girls start disappearing. Is Chloe about to unmask another killer? -slightly predictable but super well written. Somewhat of a quick read.
A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham
Lowen is hired to finish Verity's book series after her traumatic accident that left her nearly paralyzed and uncovers a world of mystery and darkness in her past…and present. – probably one of the BEST books I've ever read and I cannot wait for the ...
Verity: Hoover, Colleen
A young caregiver is hired to work for a woman previously accused of a family massacre…even though she denies it. Is this harmless woman telling the truth? Is there more to her story? - Lots of plot twists, reminded me of Verity; loved this one!
The Only One Left by Riley Sager
A mother becomes convinced something is wrong with her daughter. But is the manipulation all in her head? Her husband seems to think so
The Push by Ashley Audrain
A rainy night. A killer on the road. Two unlikely worlds collide.
The Other Passenger by J.E. Rowney
Her husband disappears and leaves her a note and his teenage daughter. The FBI arrives at her house and the search begins. – entertaining and suspenseful but must admit that the ending was a little predictable and disappointing.
The Last Thing He Told Me: A Novel: Dave, Laura
His wife dies and he maintains being a family man and taking care of his young daughter…but he brings along Rachel because he is secretly a kidnapper and serial killer. – Loveddd this one, read like a movie.
The Quiet Tenant by Clémence Michallon
Miley takes a break from her olympic dreams and takes a summer job at a lodge where she goes on a scenic run…and ends up abducted. – One of my favorites, a classic thriller with great character development.
Gray After Dark by Noelle W. Ihli
Lee never thought she'd be living in her car…and also never thought she'd witness a sobbing woman throw herself into the ocean. She saved the woman but at what cost? – The plot twist slowly builds up and had me HOOKED. I loved this one
The Drowning Woman by Robyn Harding
Isabelle's son was stolen out of his crib in the middle of the night and now her whole life revolves around finding him. With the help of a true crime podcaster, she may be getting closer to figuring it out.-- somewhat of a slow read in the beginning...
All the Dangerous Things by Stacy Willingham
Ten years of marriage. Ten years of secrets. And an anniversary they will never forget. - not my favorite but a good read if you just need a quick book for the beach or plane. Definitely some plot holes so just don't think too hard about it.
Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney
A postal worker begins to sense that something is off in his perfect town and he quickly realizes that the letters he's been delivering, have all been blank…
The Memory Ward
Amber wakes up in a hospital without the ability to move at all. She knows she was in an accident, has no idea what happened, but suspects her husband had something to do with it…
Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney
What started out at 6 kids at a skating rink having a great time, turned into a crime scene with only 5. Who abducted the last child? Uncover the secrets..
The Birthday Party
Josh and Charlie are riding home from campus together even though they barely know each other. Charlies friend was recently killed and Josh is beginning to look suspicious but she has nowhere to run…
Survive the Night by Riley Sager
It starts with a new identity from her mysterious boss, a mark and a mission. Evie has to stay one step ahead of her past while making sure her future is still ahead of her…
First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston
Gentrification takes on a sinister new meaning. Coincidence becomes conspiracy.
When No One Is Watching by Alyssa Cole
She left home and a family tragedy brings her back. Read along as she confronts a tortured past in a dangerous place.
Not What She Seems: A Novel - Kindle
A seemingly normal couple with hidden secrets…one of them may be a killer. When a socialite is killed nearby, things start to unravel.
Look Closer by David Ellis
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Camila wakes up to her husband not being home and finds a cryptic note from him…and then it starts. Breaking news, there is a hostage situation…
Famous Last Words by Gillian McAllister
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Sade is starting her 3rd year at boarding school and on her first night, her roommate disappears. Rumors start swirling and then a student is found dead.