Author: Kate Morton
I absolutely loved The Forgotten Garden by Kate Morton. The story follows Nell, a woman who, after discovering that her true identity has been kept from her, embarks on a journey to uncover her past. The book weaves between different timelines, giving readers glimpses into both the present-day search for answers and the historical events that shaped her family’s secrets. I found the writing so vivid and immersive. ...
Author: Lisa Jewell
The Family Upstairs is a gripping psychological thriller that weaves together suspense, dark family secrets, and shocking twists. The story follows Libby Jones, who inherits a mansion linked to a family found dead under mysterious circumstances. As Libby uncovers the truth, the narrative shifts between multiple perspectives, including those of surviving family members, revealing a haunting past. Lisa Jewell excels ...
Author: Lisa Jewell
Lisa Jewell’s Then She Was Gone is a gripping psychological thriller that masterfully blends suspense with deep emotional tension. The story follows Laurel Mack, a mother struggling with the decade-old disappearance of her teenage daughter, Ellie. When Laurel meets a man whose young daughter bears an uncanny resemblance to Ellie, long-buried secrets begin to unravel. Told through multiple perspectives and timelin...
Author: Truman Capote
In Cold Blood is a gripping true crime novel that details the brutal murder of a Kansas family in 1959. Truman Capote, the author, immerses readers into the chilling real-life story of the Clutter family’s deaths and the subsequent investigation into the killers, Perry Smith and Richard Hickock. Capote’s writing is both elegant and haunting as he builds suspense while uncovering the emotional and psychological comp...
Author: Riley Sager
Riley Sager’s The Only One Left is a gripping thriller set in a creepy mansion on a cliff in Maine. The story follows Kit, a young woman who becomes a caretaker for Lenora Hope, a mute woman accused of killing her family years ago. The book has a great, eerie atmosphere that makes you feel like you’re right there in the mansion, uncovering its dark secrets with Kit. Lenora’s silence adds a lot of mystery, and as Ki...
Author: Alice Feeney
Rock Paper Scissors is a psychological thriller filled with twists, tension, and a foreboding atmosphere. Adam and Amelia’s marriage is crumbling, and a weekend retreat to a secluded Scottish castle is meant to save it. But the trip quickly turns sinister as long-buried secrets come to light, and it becomes clear they are not alone. Alice Feeney masterfully builds suspense with dual perspectives and unreliable...
Author: Nita Prose
The Maid by Nita Prose is a charming and cozy mystery featuring an unforgettable protagonist. Molly Gray is a socially awkward yet lovable maid who works at an upscale hotel. When she discovers a wealthy guest dead in his suite, her unique way of seeing the world makes her the prime suspect. As she tries to clear her name, secrets about the hotel and its guests begin to unravel. Molly’s character is endearing,...
Author: R.J. Jacobs
A gripping psychological thriller, And Then You Were Gone by R.J. Jacobs delivers a fast-paced mystery with a unique protagonist. The story follows Emily Firestone, a woman managing bipolar disorder while navigating a relationship with her boyfriend, Paolo. When Paolo mysteriously disappears during a weekend getaway, Emily finds herself the prime suspect. With her mental health working against her credibility, she m...