Author: Kelley Armstrong
I just finished Cold as Hell, the third book in Kelley Armstrong’s Haven's Rock series, and I couldn’t put it down. The story takes place in the isolated town of Haven’s Rock, where Detective Casey Duncan is called in to investigate a crime during a brutal blizzard. The storm traps everyone inside, and the tension is palpable as Casey works to uncover the truth behind the crime. Kelley Armstrong’s writing is as e...
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: 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: Paul Beatty
The Sellout by Paul Beatty is a biting, darkly comedic satire that dives deep into issues of race, identity, and social justice in America. The novel centers on Me, the protagonist, who is taken to court for attempting to reinstate segregation in his hometown. This absurd premise sets the stage for Beatty's sharp and fearless commentary on racial inequality, political correctness, and the contradictions in contemporar...
Author: Kelley Armstrong
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...
Author: Ann Rule
I really enjoyed The Stranger Beside Me by Ann Rule. The way she combines her personal experience with Ted Bundy and her investigative research creates such a compelling, eerie narrative. What makes this book so unique is Rule’s close connection to Bundy—she knew him before his crimes were discovered. They even worked together at a crisis hotline, and she considered him a friend. It’s incredibly unsettling to read abo...