If you are a reader, especially of thriller books, you are always looking for your next book. This post is giving you 17 jaw-dropping thriller books to read.
In this post, you are going to read about thriller books with the most shocking twists. You will be excited for this new list of thriller books to add to your To Be Read (TBR).
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1. The Good Lie by A.R. Torre
First up is The Good Lie by A.R. Torre. If you love unhinged characters, a murder thriller book, and something that is fast paced, add this book to your list. You are in for a wild ride with this one. This book is full of twists and will keep you guessing until the end. An unreliable narrator is the recipe to a jaw-dropping thriller book.
2. Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney
For those fans of the limited series, His & Hers, this is the author of that book. This psychological thriller book is perfect if you enjoy murder mysteries, dual timelines, and a dysfunctional family dynamic. The book will have you re-reading that twist paragraph again and again.
3. Gray After Dark by Noelle I. Ihli
Next up is Gray After Dark by Noelle I. Ihli. This thriller book is for those that love a book that has a storyline that tugs at your heart strings. Also, the book is emotional, raw, and beautifully written. If you love multiple POV’s, a gripping storyline, and mysterious disappearances and deaths, add this to your To Be Read.
4. The Dilemma by B.A. Paris
Next up is The Dilemma by B.A. Paris. Paris delivers a gripping storyline in this unique thriller book. This book is told from multiple POV’s (husband and wife) and the story is told within a day. For example, each chapter is a countdown to the hour. It is a brilliantly written book for those that love that time suspense element in a book.
5. Missing Molly by Natalie Barelli
Next up is Missing Molly by Natalie Barelli. Rachel works for a newspaper that covers all kinds of stories. When the newspaper decides to cover the story of a missing girl, Molly, it strikes a cord in Rachel. If you love a psychological thriller book with family secrets, a missing child, and one that is full of twists, add this to your reading list.
6. Guess Again by Charlie Donlea
A former detective, Ethan, investigates the disappearance of a high schooler from 10 years ago. The family is desperate for answers and believes that Ethan is the person to find those answers. This is a brilliantly written crime thriller that leaves you in suspense as each chapter is a different date. If you enjoy a thriller book that will literally keep you guessing until the end, hidden secrets, and a ticking clock, add this to your TBR.
7. Don’t Let Her Stay by Nicole Sanders
Next up is Don’t Let Her Stay by Nicole Sanders. This psychological thriller novel follows the story of Jo, a mother that gave birth to a baby girl, Evie, a few months ago. Shortly after Evie was born, Jo’s husband, Richard, decides to let his adult daughter, Chloe, visit. Chloe makes it clear early on that she is not a fan of Jo. Jo cannot help but feel uneasy about Chloe. Does Chloe have a hidden agenda for visiting? Jo has never met Chloe, so why is she reappearing in her father’s life now?
If you enjoy a thriller book with a jaw-dropping ending twist, family secrets, and a quick, under 300 page read, add this to your reading list.
8. The Second Honeymoon by McGarvey Black
Eight on the list is The Second Honeymoon by McGarvey Black.
Synopsis:
Picture this. Your husband has planned the perfect getaway for your wedding anniversary. You have an autoimmune disease which has impacted literally every aspect of your life, including your marriage. To say you are excited for this trip is an understatement. This cruise is an opportunity for a fresh start in your marriage. Perfection, right?
As a thriller reader, you know something is about to go down in this storyline. Check out this book if you love dual Points Of View, and twists throughout the book.
9. The Whisper Man by Alex North
An infamous serial killer, “The Whisper Man”, whispers to his victims at night. While The Whisper Man is in prison, some believe there is a copy cat or the real killer was not caught. If you enjoy a crime thriller about a serial killer and following police investigations, be sure to check this out.
10. Keep It In The Family by John Marrs
Next up is Keep It In The Family by John Marrs. If you are looking for a thriller book about a twisted family with dark secrets and multiple POV’s, be sure to add this to your reading list. This psychological thriller book follows the story of Mia, Finn, and their family as they navigate married life. Be sure to add this to your list if you are looking for a suspenseful and jaw dropping book.
11. The Only One Left by Riley Sager
A caretaker. A haunted house. A family murdered, one family member accused of the murders. Recipe for a perfect gothic thriller book. This book has a twist that will blow your mind. Be sure to add this to the list if you enjoy a thriller book with family secrets, small town gossip, and in an isolated location.
12. The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides
Next up is The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides. Alicia is a patient at a mental institution after a tragedy. She is accused of murdering her husband, but will not speak a word to anyone about the events of that night. Theo is a psychotherapist assigned to Alicia’s case. If you enjoy a psychological thriller regarding an isolated location in a mental institution, unreliable narrators, and suspense throughout, add this to your reading list.
13. One Of Us Is Dead by Jeneva Rose
Buckhead is a town full of scandal and secrets. The wives of this town are wealthy and the local hang out is a hair salon owned by Jenny. Jenny knows all the juicy tea since hair stylists are therapists in disguise. Every character in this book has a reason to hate and want each other dead. Keep your friends close and your enemies closer is the motto in this town. Will the murderer in this town get caught or stay hidden and strike again?
If you enjoy Gossip Girl or The Real Housewives shows, this is the thriller book for you. The story is told through multiple POV’s and will keep you guessing until the end.
14. Silent Symptoms by A.K. Franco
Next up is Silent Symptoms by A.K. Franco. This is an amazing debut thriller book to add to your reading list. The story follows Andi, who has the perfect fiancé. He is sweet and also willing to move back in with Andi’s parents so they could save money. There is one thing, Andi failed to tell her fiancé that her parents are extremely wealthy. She also failed to mention that she does not have the best relationship with her mother. When Andi winds up in the hospital, her nurse, Lucy decides to dig into Andi’s family as something does not seem quite right.
If you enjoy a suspenseful thriller book with family secrets and chapters that will keep you guessing, be sure to check this book out.
15. Misery by Stephen King
Misery by Stephen King is a classic novel and movie. If you enjoyed the movie but have not read the book, be sure to check out both!
The premise of the book and movie is that a number one fan, Annie, meets her favorite author, Paul. Paul was in a car accident that left him in need of care. Luckily for Paul, Annie came to the rescue. Paul just released a new novel in his popular romance series. Annie is not thrilled about some plot twists in this romance novel. As a result, Annie wants Paul to correct the error of his ways in his last novel by writing a new one. Annie has some interesting methods to keep Paul at her mercy and writing the ending she wants.
16. The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley
Friends in an isolated cabin. One of them is dead, but the biggest question is, who did it? This story works in dual timelines to hunt down the killer. Many of them have reasons to want to the other one dead. If you enjoy a thriller book with multiple POV’s, dark secrets, whodunit and in an isolated location, be sure to add this to your reading list.
17. Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent
Lastly, Strange Sally Diamond by Liz Nugent is a thriller book you must read.
Sally has never “fit in” but she doesn’t mind. She does her own thing and minds her own business. Sally prefers hiding in the shadows and is a loner.
Adopted at a young age, she had no recollection of her life prior to her adoptive parents, around the age of 6/7. Sally’s world changes when she discovers her birth and adoptive parents have been harboring a big secret that will change her life forever.
Add this book to your reading list if you love a thriller book with multiple POV’s, past/present timelines, and dark family secrets.
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