Find The Best Suspense Books

Suspense fiction keeps readers on edge with thrilling mysteries, unexpected twists, and intense narratives that build tension until the final reveal.

The Forgotten Garden

Author: Kate Morton

Average Rating: 4 / 5 (Based on 1 Rating)

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. ...

The Family Upstairs

Author: Lisa Jewell

Average Rating: 4 / 5 (Based on 1 Rating)

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 ...

Then She Was Gone

Author: Lisa Jewell

Average Rating: 4 / 5 (Based on 1 Rating)

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...

The Only One Left

Author: Riley Sager

Average Rating: 4 / 5 (Based on 1 Rating)

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...

Disturbing the Dead

Author: Kelley Armstrong

Average Rating: 4 / 5 (Based on 1 Rating)

I really liked Disturbing the Dead by Kelley Armstrong because it kept me hooked from start to finish. The story follows Olivia Taylor-Jones, and I couldn't get enough of her complex character. The mix of supernatural mystery and emotional depth really pulled me in. I love how Armstrong builds the tension around Olivia’s past and how she tries to navigate this strange world. What really worked for me was how the b...

Rock Paper Scissors

Author: Alice Feeney

Average Rating: 2.5 / 5 (Based on 1 Rating)

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...

And Then You Were Gone

Author: R.J. Jacobs

Average Rating: 3 / 5 (Based on 1 Rating)

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...

Final Girls

Author: Riley Sager

Average Rating: 4 / 5 (Based on 1 Rating)

A gripping and suspenseful psychological thriller, Final Girls by Riley Sager is a must-read for fans of horror-inspired mysteries. Quincy Carpenter is the sole survivor of a brutal massacre, earning her the label of a “Final Girl”—a term used to describe women who survive horror-movie-like killings. She has worked hard to move on, but when another Final Girl is found dead, she’s forced to confront her past. Teami...



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