Want to know the best psychological thriller books with those jaw-dropping twist endings? This post is giving you the must reads to add to your list.
If you are looking for your next read, you want something that has your attention the entire time. In addition, you want something that literally has your jaw on the floor by the end.
In this post you will learn about what to read next and the best psychological thriller books that will have you re-reading that page with the plot twists.
Disclaimer: While there are no extreme details in the books below, there could be some spoilers if you are one that does not want to know anything prior to reading.
This post is all about the best psychological thriller books with a twist.
1. The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
First up is The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. This book will have you at the edge of your seat from page 1 to the end. The twists and turns at every corner will cause you to not want to put it down. True story, I had a friend finish this book in less than a day. That is how good it is. Add this to your list. Also, a movie is coming out at some point so ensure you read the book beforehand!
For a full review on The Housemaid, check out this post.
2. The Teacher by Freida McFadden
Next up is another Freida McFadden book because she is that amazing. When you think you have the storyline figured out, trust me you do not. The ending has many twists and turns; this could be one that has you finishing it in one day.
3. The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose
Third on the list is The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose. This one’s for you if you love those thrillers with some lawyers involved. Where are the Criminal Minds and Law and Order fans at? This book is for you. It has the perfect combination of law, crime, and forbidden romance. A must read to add to your list.
4. You Killed Me First by John Marrs
You Killed Me First by John Marrs has it all. Multiple POV’s, dual timelines, and bitchy women. What more could you want out of a thriller book? The book starts out at the end of the story and works backwards. It keeps you guessing on who the innocent one is throughout. If you are looking for a twisty thriller book that will keep you guessing until the end, add this to your TBR.
5. Too Late by Colleen Hoover
Too Late by Colleen Hoover. Wow. Just wow. The first half of this book has you where you cannot put it down. The way Hoover writes is beyond captivating that are constantly left with wanting more. If you love a book with a forbidden romance, drug dealers, college drama, and of course constantly twists and turns, this book is something to check out.
6. Never Lie by Freida McFadden
Never Lie by Freida McFadden is five stars all the way. The best part of the book is how you are tricked from the beginning to end (in a good way). You know when you think you have a book figured out but then realize you were way off? That is this book. This book has the perfect combination of murder, of course some lies, romance, haunted house, and one of the best twists.
7. The Perfect Child by Lucinda Berry
The Perfect Child by Lucinda Berry is a psychological thriller if you are into a twisty domestic thriller book. The story follows a couple that adopts a traumatized and disturbed child. Strange occurrences happen and the couple’s world begins to unravel quickly. If you love an edge of the seat, jaw dropping, edgy, thriller book, check this out.
8. Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica
Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica is a psychological thriller related to disappearances in a town. A six year old girl, her mother and another woman are missing from the same town. The thriller book follows the past and present of the lives of these women. Are these disappearances all related? Did one person abduct all three women? Are they still alive? This suspense book will keep you on the edge of your seat the entire time.
9. The Girl Who Was Taken by Charlie Donlea
The Girl Who Was Taken by Charlie Donlea is a book that features some high school drama, missing persons, and a murder, of course. If you love anything involving high school rivalry and secrets, check out this book. This is a book you will not be able to put down. You will be dying to find out all about the girl that was taken, but the biggest question is why?
10. My Best Friend’s Wife by Dina Santorelli
My Best Friend’s Wife by Dina Santorelli is a psychological thriller that follows the story of 3 best friends, Sandra, Alex, and Blake. The trio have been best friends since they were kids. Sandra and Alex are now married and Blake is their happy third wheel. When Blake suddenly gets married, Sandra is immediately suspicious of Blake’s girlfriend. Blake never even mentioned he was dating anyone, let alone married. If you love an unreliable narrator and twists around ever corner, you will love this psychological thriller book.
11. Count My Lies by Sophie Stava
Count my Lies by Sophie Stava is a psychological thriller book that follows the storyline follows Sloane, who admits she is a compulsive liar. Sloane is in the park when she spots a little girl crying and injured. True to her nature, Sloane lies and tells the little girl’s hottie dad that she is a nurse. Why tell this lie? To speak to the father of course. Little does Sloane know that this “act” of kindness will bring new opportunities and ways to get to know hottie dad.
12. The Webs You Weave by Shade Owens
The Webs You Weave by Shade Owens begins with an accident scene. Another great recipe for a perfect bone chilling thriller. This novel will keep you guessing who the real villain is the entire time. The movie has various perspectives and captures family dynamics, marriage, infidelity, and of course murder. Cozy up on a Sunday afternoon with your favorite snack and read this amazing thriller.
13. The Housekeeper by Natalie Barelli
The Housekeeper follows the story of Claire who seems to never have luck on her side. She spots her enemy from years ago (Hannah) and decides to force her way into her life. What does Claire have against Hannah that she is holding a grudge all these years later? If you love rich people drama, secrets, and a gripping domestic thriller, check this novel out.
14. Verity by Colleen Hoover
Verity by Colleen Hoover is a novel that is sure to wow you. This book is something that each time you think you understand a character, you get a curveball. The ending is phenomenal and has a perfect twist. If you are looking for a thriller that has you at the edge of your seat, with some romance, mysterious deaths, and secrets, this is for you.
15. The Butcher Book by Jennifer Hillier
The Butcher Book by Jennifer Hillier is a thriller book that will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you are looking for your next serial killer thriller read, be sure to add this one to your list. If you love thriller novels about murder, serial killer investigations, and hidden family secrets, you will love this book.
For the full review of this book, you will love this post.
16. Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell
Then she was gone by Lisa Jewell is a novel that you surely not expect the ending. The beginning and middle could be considered slow. But keep reading and you will not regret it. If you love a missing persons case, family secrets, and a creepy/interesting little girl, add this book to your list.
17. The Arrangement by Kiersten Modglin
The Arrangement by Kiersten Modglin follows a couple’s journey to overcome their marriage slump by a mutual arrangement. Is this arrangement truly mutual though? Will someone get hurt in the end? If you love some possible infidelity, sprinkled in with forbidden romance and murder, you will love this one. There are three books in this series if you love the first one.
18. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn follows the story of a wife (Amy) that went missing. The story begins following her husband (Nicholas) and their marriage through his lens and Amy’s. Amy’s POV is through her diary. If you love a juicy thriller with murder, betrayal, and greed, you will love this book. In addition, this was made into a movie in 2014. Whether you watched it or not, this novel is something you will not be able to put down.
19. Rock, Paper, Scissors by Alice Feeney
If you love a slow burn thriller book with a wild twist, add this book to your To Be Read list. This psychological thriller follows Adam and Amelia who have won a romantic weekend getaway to Scotland. They are thriller to get alone time after all these years of marriage. Strange occurrences happen and secrets begin to unravel during their secluded weekend getaway.
Murder, crime, secrets, and betrayal are all part of what makes the best psychological thrillers. The list above is sure to have your mind going and your jaw dropping. Cozy up and add these best suspense thrillers to your reading list for this year.
This post was all about the best psychological thriller books with a twist.
Happy reading xx