Books matching: thriller and suspense
100 result(s)
Readers also searched for:
- #1
Save:'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn is a psychological thriller that delves into the dysfunctional marriage of Nick and Amy. The story unfolds with a man coming home on his 5th wedding anniversary to find his house destroyed and his wife missing, leading to a search where all clues point towards him. The narrative is filled with twists and turns, portraying the cunning dynamics between the characters, creating a chilling portrait of the ill effects of narcissistic disorder and manipulation. The novel keeps readers on edge as it explores themes of deception, betrayal, and the dark aspects of human nature.
When I think of my wife, I always think of her head. The shape of it, to begin with. The very first time I saw her, it was the back of the head I saw, and there was something lovely about it, the angl... - #2
Save:"Dark Places" by Gillian Flynn is a gripping thriller that follows Libby Day, the sole survivor of a family massacre. The story unfolds through multiple perspectives and timelines, delving into the dark and twisted events surrounding the murders. Flynn's writing style captivates readers with its suspenseful and haunting narrative, keeping them on the edge of their seats as they uncover the chilling truths hidden within the characters' pasts.
Ihave a meanness inside me, real as an organ. Slit me at my belly and it might slide out, meaty and dark, drop on the floor so you could stomp on it. It’s the Day blood. Something’s wrong with it. I w... - #3
Save:'The Mermaids Singing' by Val McDermid is a dark and graphic psychological thriller that introduces the characters Tony Hill, a criminal profiler, and Carol Jordan, a detective inspector, as they team up to solve a series of gruesome killings in the town of Bradfield. The plot revolves around a serial killer targeting young men from the gay community, with detailed and extremely graphic descriptions of torture that may be disturbing to some readers. delves into the complex dynamics between the main characters, their evolving working relationship, and the challenges they face in tracking down the killer.
Gentlemen, I have had the honour to be appointed by your committee to the trying task of reading the Williams’ Lecture on Murder, considered as one of the Fine Arts; a task which might be easy enough ... - #4
Save:'Shutter Island' by Dennis Lehane is a psychological thriller set on an island where an insane asylum is located. The story follows a detective investigating a murder on the island, only to find himself trapped there during a hurricane. The book is described as a fast-paced, gripping mystery with plenty of suspense and plot twists. The author creates a hauntingly stunning piece of work that combines psychological horror, mystery, and normal horror, keeping the readers engaged and thought-provoked till the end.
TEDDY DANIELS’S FATHER had been a fisherman. He lost his boat to the bank in ’31 when Teddy was eleven, spent the rest of his life hiring onto other boats when they had the work, unloading freight alo... - #5
Save:Gretel by Christopher Coleman is a dark and substantial fantasy retelling that delves into the ominous and brooding aspects of the classic tale. The story revolves around young Gretel, who navigates through a modern-day retelling filled with spine-tingling horror, mystery, and a touch of science fiction. As the plot unfolds, readers are taken on a journey where the author weaves twists and turns, leading to a narrative that confronts dark moral questions and explores themes of family bonds, betrayal, and sacrifice.
The narrative is told from multiple points of view, primarily focusing on female characters like Gretel, her mother Anika, and an old woman, each displaying unique strengths and vulnerabilities. The writing style captures the evolution of Gretel from a dependent young girl to a strong and capable individual, while also introducing elements of suspense and graphic storytelling that add depth to the reimagined fairy tale.
- #6
Save:'Midnight, Water City' by Chris McKinney is a sci-fi murder mystery set in an undersea city in the year 2142. The story follows the unnamed ex-cop and private eye protagonist, Mr. Anon, who is 80 years old and embarks on a tough, noir detective journey. The plot is filled with twists and turns, questions raised but not all answered, and an intriguing investigation storyline that keeps readers engaged. delves into a future world filled with unique world-building, unusual experiences, and a refreshing perspective that combines sci-fi, thriller, and suspense elements.
- #7
Save:"Before I Go to Sleep" by S.J. Watson follows the story of Christine, a woman who suffers from amnesia and wakes up every morning not remembering her past, relying on her husband and a journal to piece together her life. The plot unfolds through Christine's journal entries and reveals a suspenseful journey of self-discovery, raising questions about memory, trust, and the truth behind her condition. The writing style keeps readers engaged with its clever storytelling mechanism and unexpected twists that lead to a gripping and emotional conclusion.
I have spent the night here. I was woken by a woman’s voice—at first I thought she was in bed with me, but then realized she was reading the news and I was hearing a radio alarm—and when I opened my e... - #8
Save:'The Woman in the Window' by A.J. Finn is a psychological thriller revolving around Dr. Anna Fox, an agoraphobic woman living in New York. She spends her days watching her neighbors, playing online chess, and drinking. When new neighbors move in, she becomes entangled in a web of mystery and intrigue after witnessing something she shouldn't have. The book delves into themes of isolation, obsession, and the blurred lines between reality and imagination, keeping readers on the edge of their seats with its twists and turns. The writing style is described as gripping, with sharp and meaningful lines that create a deep connection to the protagonist, Anna.
There isn’t a scrap of curtain, not a blade of blind, in number 212—the rust-red townhome that once housed the newlywed Motts, until recently, until they un-wed. I never met either Mott, but occasiona... - #9
Save:'Finders Keepers' by Stephen King is a crime fiction thriller that follows the story of a teenage boy, Pete, who finds stolen manuscripts and money buried by a murderer. The plot intertwines the lives of various characters, including the retired detective Bill Hodges, in a suspenseful narrative that explores themes of obsession, revenge, and the impact of literature on individuals. The writing style of the book is described as engaging, with a slow build-up leading to a thrilling climax that keeps readers on edge.
Rothstein didn’t want to wake up. The dream was too good. It featured his first wife months before she became his first wife, seventeen and perfect from head to toe. Naked and shimmering. Both of them...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Bill Hodges ) - #10
Save:Michael Robotham has written another brilliant suspenseful psychological crime thriller about two missing girls that disappeared over three years ago, did they run away or did something criminal happen to them. The story is told from two mode of narration perspectives, bringing you from where the missing girls are and what the authorities are doing to try to solve this mystery. The style that he writes in keeps the reader guessing upon the outcome, but never really getting there till the final pages are read. Two teenage girls plan to runaway but are taken and are gone for three years. We hear directly from one of the girls as she narrates her life in captivity and, alternately from a psychologist with family and health problems who is asked to help with the investigation. This is my first Michael Robotham book and I am certainly going to seek out others in this series. The rest of the novel was pretty good, though. Piper's chapters were really creepy and I found myself having a hard time reading this book alone in the dark, particularly as it got closer to the end. I thought that the character development between the minor characters in the book specifically the parents of Piper and Tash and their friends from the town was interesting and very well done. We learned a lot about each of them, which made pinpointing who the kidnapper was going to be even harder. The topic of abduction and keeping young girls prisoner for years in dank basements seems to have grown in popularity amongst crime writers and their audiences, undoubtedly fuelled by real-life events covered in the news in recent years. It is hard not to be deeply affected by events like the Natascha Kampusch imprisonment, for example, especially the fact that an unspeakable crime against human rights can happen right under our noses without anyone suspecting anything or acting on their suspicions. The book alternates between the journal entries of a kidnapped girl and that of a psychologist investigating a double homicide at a farmhouse. The two stories are inextricably linked and solving one may help the other. This was an incredibly suspenseful book, I couldn't put it down I thought the author did a wonderful job with both character creation and the pace of the book. He is a great writer and I plan on picking up his other books.
It’s freezing outside—minus twenty-six degrees in places—extraordinary for this time of year. I felt like Scott of Antarctica when I walked to work this morning across Hyde Park—O’Loughlin of the Serp...
(Also, see 12 recommendations for the series Joseph O'Loughlin )
