How often can you find a book that keeps your attention from the first page? Keeps you guessing, the majority of the time proving to be unpredictable and just satisfying overall? Unfortunately, the suspense thriller is one genre that’s a hit or a miss in storytelling, much less plot intrigue. So here we recommend you thirteen suspense books that are a must-read.
P.S. The books are arranged in alphabetical order, and you should just read them all.
#1 Deception Point by Dan Brown
About the Book
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Title: Deception Point
Author: Dan Brown
Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Suspense
Publisher: Pocket Books
Type: Standalone
Pages: 556
Goodreads Rating: 3.7 / 5
Something very unique and unusual buried deep in the Arctic ice is found by one of the NASA satellites. Naturally, this will mean a great deal and will increase the chances of winning the election for the current president. So, along with a team of experts, Rachel Sexton, the main character, is sent there to verify the discovery’s authenticity. But then, what they find after arriving there is hugely shocking.
This book is filled with deception, mystery, discoveries, and suspense.
Why do we recommend this book?
This book has a fantastic plot. And it just keeps throwing surprises after surprises at you. It did keep me on the edge until I finished it. It is a definite read for a fan of suspense books who wants to read something that keeps them on their toes guessing.
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#2 Deep Sleep by Steven Konkoly
About the Book
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Title: Deep Sleep
Author: Steven Konkoly
Genre: Mystery, Action, War
Publisher: Thomas & Mercer
Type: Standalone
Pages: 365
Goodreads rating: 4/5
Helen Gray was paranoid, or so everyone thought. Former CIA officer believed she was about to save her country by preventing a massive terrorist act. Everyone else, including her son, felt she was chasing after delusions. Until Countersurveillance expert, Devin Gray found out what his mother left behind. The country’s future is at stake, and Devin isn’t sure he can save the day. Luckily for him, his mother left behind a team of covert operatives, so he isn’t quite as alone as he thought. Now it’s up to Devin to destroy the organization threatening his country and vindicate his mother by seeing the mission to its very end.
Why do we recommend this book?
A chase thriller where each clue reveals the depth of the conspiracy, Deep Sea reminded me a lot of Dan Brown’s book. Though the writing isn’t quite as good, it’s nevertheless a fun ride from start to finish, and the suspense about whether they would be able to get the terrorists on time or not keeps one on edge. So if you are a lover of suspense books and always wanted to read this but had doubts, go for it. You will definitely like this.
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#3 Family Money by Chad Zunker
About the Book
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Title: Family Money
Author: Chad Zunker
Genre: Mystery, Contemporary, Adult
Publisher: Thomas & Mercer
Type: Standalone
Pages: 239
Goodreads rating: 4/5
Alex Mahan has everything he could ever wish for. He has a beautiful home where he lives with his wife and his two daughters, and his big start-up business is about to get even bigger thanks to his supportive father-in-law, Joe. But his dreams for a better future are destroyed when Joe is kidnapped and murdered during a family vacation. With him dead, Alex isn’t sure how to tell his grieving wife that the man they loved and idealized wasn’t exactly who they thought they were. But, the more Alex finds out about Joe’s mysterious life, the more he realizes that the secrets he has been hiding from them are in no way small. Or harmless. Because those secrets not only put Alex himself in a financial bind and put his family in deadly danger.
Why do we recommend this book?
Not the best book on the list, but a good enough read nevertheless. Family Money had great potential though its execution is average at best. Still, the plot intrigue keeps the reader invested until the end (or at least until the truth about Joe and his murderer is revealed). So give it a read and decide whether this book is for you or not.
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#4 First Born by Will Dean
About the Book
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Title: First Born
Author: Will Dean
Genre: Mystery, Contemporary
Publisher: Atria/Emily Bestler Books
Type: Standalone
Pages: 368
Goodreads rating: 4.1/5
Molly Raven is an introvert, and she is happy being alone. She finds comfort in her still, boring life in London. However, her identical twin sister, Katie, is the exact opposite of her sister. Outgoing, adventurous, Katie is the life of every party in New York. So when Molly hears the news about Katie’s mysterious death, she is thrown into a life she never thought she would ever have to face. But the more Molly chases the truth about Kate’s death, the more Molly realizes that she never really knew anything about Katie. That Katie led a more spontaneous and dangerous life than she thought. And that her death is very much connected to both the sisters’ life.
Why do we recommend this book?
It’s a psychological thriller, and who doesn’t like those? It’s dark and weird, but like, completely awesome. Molly was an exciting narrator because you really can’t quite understand what was happening around her. She was unreliable, and that made for such a great read. The writing is spectacular, and the plot twists are crazy and unpredictable. Must read for fans of suspense and thriller books!
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#5 I’ll Never Tell by Abigail Haas
About the Book
Title: I’ll Never Tell
Author: Abigail Haas
Genre: Thriller, Suspense
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Type: Standalone
Pages: 400
Goodreads Rating: 4.0 / 5
Anna and her friends have gone to Aruba for a spring break. It’s a paradise in all sense. But then something gruesome happens. Anna’s best friend Elise is brutally murdered. And, nothing like this has ever happened in Aruba. The police are dedicated to finding the killer and closing the case as soon as possible.
Meanwhile, Anna is arrested and is accused of killing her best friend. But obviously, this isn’t true, right? Or maybe not? This book is about Anna’s trial and her journey. It is filled with reservations, surprises, court trials, pain, loss, and hope.
Why do we recommend this book?
This book is a fun and exciting read. Unfortunately, a few loose ends are left unexplained at the end of the book. But other than that, the book is an exciting and gripping read. If you’re looking for a crime thriller, this book is for you.
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#6 Nine Lives by Peter Swanson
About the Book
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Title: Nine Lives
Author: Peter Swanson
Genre: Mystery, Adult, Contemporary
Publisher: William Morrow & Company
Type: Standalone
Pages: 336
Goodreads rating: 3.7/5
When nine strangers receive a list with their names on a mail, they brush it off as a prank. But then strange things start happening to these people, one by one. There is something bizarre about the way they are being targeted, but no one is sure what it means. What exactly is it that connects these nine lives? What do they have in common? FBI agent Jessica Winslow, one of the names on the list, takes it upon herself to find out what is happening with them. Is it a work of a psychopath or a serial killer who is on their back? Is there a reason why these nine people were specifically chosen?
Why do we recommend this book?
A reminiscent of Agatha Christie’s And then there were none, Nine Lives comes close to being a retelling of the famous mystery novel. Thankfully, the author put a refreshing spin and twist on it, making it a memorable story on its own. The plot never loses its pace, and I loved that the book never wasted my time by prolonging any element of the mystery of this book. I was hooked from start to finish. Read this book if you are a fan of suspense books and looking for something close to Agatha Christie’s work.
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#7 Or else by Joe Hart
About the Book
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Title: Or Else
Author: Joe Hart
Genre: Mystery, contemporary, Adult
Publisher: Thomas & Mercer
Type: Standalone
Pages: 253
Goodreads rating: 4/5
Andy Drake is a novelist and recently came back to his hometown to take care of his father. When he meets his childhood friend, Rachel, it turns into a love affair, and they both are sure they can keep it a secret. But then Andy receives a note – ‘End the affair. Or else.’ Andy would have thought they were caught by Rachel’s husband, David. But when weeks later, David is shot dead, he isn’t sure what to make of it. To add to the mystery, Rachel and her kids are gone, vanished without leaving a single trace. If Andy doesn’t want to get tangled up in the murder case, he needs to solve the mystery fast. It would have been a lot easier if his town was really as it seemed. Here, everyone has something to hide. And the next victim could be anyone.
Why do we recommend this book?
Of course, since it’s a murder mystery, the novelist has to be a crime fiction writer. I have no problem with this cliche, though. The suspense was well executed, and I loved the small-town setting of the book. The events were easy to follow, and while some twists were predictable, the book was still a satisfying read overall.
P.S.: This book is available on Kindle Unlimited. If you have subscribed to it, then you can read this book for free.
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#8 The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James
About the Book
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Title: The Book of Cold Cases
Author: Simone St. James
Genre: Horror, Adult
Publisher: Berkley
Type: Standalone
Pages: 352
Goodreads rating: 4.1/5
Shea Collins is a medical receptionist by day and a blogger by night. She runs the Book of Cold Cases, a blog about true unsolved crimes. She meets Beth by chance, an elusive woman who was the prime suspect in the 1977 Lady Killer Murders, where the same gun murdered two men. Though Beth was seen fleeing the crime scene, she was acquitted. Shea asks Beth for an interview, and she gets one. She begins visiting Beth in her house and slowly realizes that there was much more to the murders. But getting to the bottom of the case is the last thing in Shea’s brain, as the more time she spends in the mansion, the more creepy it gets. What exactly is the truth about Beth? Is Shea growing closer to a maniac, manipulative murderer? And are there even more secrets hidden behind the walls of her house?
Why do we recommend this book?
This book was creepy. The writing is so eerily beautiful! I liked that we got answers to so many questions early on in the book. Still, we were left with new mysteries with almost every chapter. It was fascinating that though we were given an accurate description of the past through flashbacks, we were still kept in the dark throughout the book. And Shea and Beth were both such interesting characters. So, for the lover of suspense books who wants to read something creepy, give this book a try.
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#9 The Murder Between Us by Tal Bauer
About the Book
Title: The Murder Between Us
Author: Tal Bauer
Genre: LGBT, Suspense, Romance, Crime
Publisher: WGW Books
Type: Standalone
Pages: 280
Goodreads rating: 4.3 / 5
FBI Agent Noah Downing had questions about his sexuality that a single night in Vegas should have answered. And then, one night, when Noah meets Cole, all his doubts are cleared. They both, Noah and Cole, plan to meet the next day again. But then they don’t, as Noah gets an urgent call from his home. There is a vicious serial killer on the loose who suddenly resurfaced after six years. And Noah has to catch him anyhow. And in between this, Cole gets stood up by Noah. But when Noah’s team requests a profiler from the FBI, he doesn’t expect that person to be Cole. So this book is about Noah and Cole, how they get past their awkwardness and how they try to catch the killer.
Why do we recommend this book?
There are many twists and turns. Some I saw coming, and some I didn’t. And, don’t get me started on the relationship between Cole and Noah. It was everything I thought it would be and more. I loved it. It was fun guessing who the murderer might be. You will love reading this book!
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#10 The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf
About the Book
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Title: #8 The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf
Author: Heather Gudenkauf
Genre: Adult, Horror, Contemporary, Mystery
Publisher: Park Row
Type: Standalone
Pages: 352
Goodreads rating: 4/5
Wylie Lark is a true-crime writer, and she really couldn’t care less about the snowstorm as long as the farmhouse she has retreated to can give her material to write something. Decades earlier, the farmhouse witnessed two horrific deaths while a teenage girl disappeared. So the mysterious house is bound to provide something for her to write about. When she finds an injured boy out in the snow, almost frozen to death, she takes him in as her overnight guest. Soon it becomes clear that their place isn’t relatively as isolated as she would have liked, and the answers to the mysteries of both the past and the present lie within the house. And someone out there isn’t going to let a blizzard hold them down from stopping Wylie from finding the truth.
Why do we recommend this book?
Oooh, atmospheric thrillers are my favorite. The snowstorm added to the mysterious air surrounding the house and its secrets that are decades old. Also, I liked that it had so many points of view of different characters (though this depends on readers; some won’t appreciate the plot getting unnecessarily complicated because of the vast number of characters). Overall, it was pretty solid suspense despite the plot holes and predictability, and it’s a perfect re-reading material.
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#11 This Lie Will Kill You by Chelsea Pitcher
About the Book
Title: This Lie Will Kill You
Author: Chelsea Pitcher
Genre: Murder Mystery, Thriller
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry Books
Type: Standalone
Pages: 320
Goodreads Rating: 3.2 / 5
This book is about a night in an isolated mansion. There is a contest with a grand prize of $50,000. It is to be held in an estate. At least it’s what they are told. They are Ruby, Gavin, Brett, Parker, and Juniper. So when they arrive there, all of them feel a bit creeped out. But then they still decide to go in as they all need that money. However, this mansion is not what it seems. Exactly one year back, a boy had died. And this night is about finding out who is responsible for that. This book is filled with clues, fire, games, and dangers.
*This book has mentioned suicide
Why do we recommend this book?
While reading this book, my heart was beating so fast. There is so much suspense and mystery in this book!! And the ending is shocking. I didn’t see it coming at all. So, if you’re looking for a heart-racing thriller, this book is for you. So, the lovers of suspense books and thrillers, don’t forget to add this book to your to-read list.
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#12 What Happened to the Bennetts by Lisa Scottoline
About the Book
Title: What Happened to the Bennetts
Author: Lisa Scottoline
Genre: Mystery, Contemporary, Adult
Publisher: G.P. Putnam’s Sons
Type: Standalone
Pages: 400
Goodreads rating: 4/5
Jason Bennett and his family are on their way home when suddenly two carjackers hold them at gunpoint. One gunshot later, the Bennett family’s whole life has changed. The last thing they need after that horrifying night is to get in the middle of another crossfire between the members of the drug trafficking organization. Taken from the life they knew, Bennetts is slowly unraveling, trying hard to survive in their new, unfamiliar living situations. But, Jason’s life takes another turn when he finds out the truth about the organization that ruined his family’s life. Now it’s up to Jason to take charge of getting to the bottom of the crime and protect his family from further dangers.
Why do we recommend this book?
The author does a great job in making the readers connect with the characters (because that only makes everything hit much closer to home. The suspense wasn’t much to talk about, but the storytelling was immaculate. My favorite part of the book was the writing. The author did a fantastic job of creating so much anxiety and tension in the reader from the beginning.
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#13 Wilde Series by Harlan Coben
About the Book
Title: Wilde
Author: Harlan Coben
Genre: Adult, Contemporary
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Type: Series
No. of Books: 2
Books in it: #1 The Boy from the Woods, #2 The Match
Goodreads rating: 3.9/5
Thirty years ago, Wilde was found as a boy living feral in the woods with no memories of his past. Now an adult, Wilde still doesn’t know who he is or where he belongs. Hester Crimstein is a television criminal attorney, the only person who seems to want to find a missing girl, Naomi, and the only thing she knows about the girl is that she was bullied in her school. So when she asks Wilde to use his unique skills to find her, Wilde is forced to return to society, one where he has never once fit in. But he can’t just leave an outcast in trouble alone, so he ventures out of the woods to solve the mysterious disappearance of Naomi. Not knowing how deep the case will take him socially and personally.
Why do we recommend this book?
I love Hester! She is so badass and so classy even at the age of 70. And people who have been following Coben’s works for years would be well aware of this character, who finally gets her time to truly shine as the main character (another reminiscent of Christie’s books. Poirot’s universe, anyone?). Wilde is excellent too, and I want more of him, even two books later. Also, this is one of those very rare suspense thrillers where the mystery progression and character growth go hand in hand. This means this series is quite perfect.
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That’s all for the recommendations. Reminder: Don’t forget to keep your schedule free before starting these books because they are unputdownable.
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SO, to conclude, here is the list of the Best Suspense books to read:
| 1 | Deception Point by Dan Brown | Buy Now |
| 2 | Deep Sleep by Steven Konkoly | Buy Now |
| 3 | Family Money by Chad Zunker | Buy Now |
| 4 | First Born by Will Dean | Buy Now |
| 5 | I’ll Never Tell by Abigail Haas | Buy Now |
| 6 | Nine Lives by Peter Swanson | Buy Now |
| 7 | Or else by Joe Hart | Buy Now |
| 8 | The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James | Buy Now |
| 9 | The Murder Between Us by Tal Bauer | Buy Now |
| 10 | The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf | Buy Now |
| 11 | This Lie Will Kill You by Chelsea Pitcher | Buy Now |
| 12 | What Happened to the Bennetts by Lisa Scottoline | Buy Now |
| 13 | Wilde Series by Harlan Coben | Buy Now |
Read every suspense books on this list. I am sure it won’t disappoint you.
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