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Best Mystery and Thriller Book Recommendations

If there’s one thing mystery and thriller lovers know, it’s that danger is lurking around every corner—or at least at the end of every chapter. Whether you’re an amateur sleuth who’s obsessed with figuring out whodunnit or you adore twisty thrillers that let you take a peek behind closed doors, we have endless recommendations for you.

Perhaps you enjoy domestic thrillers that prove white picket fences can hide horrendous crimes, or mysteries that take you around the world. You can take a step back in time with historical mysteries, or read a modern thriller that will make you rethink social media. You can even work your way through the masters of the genre, from Joyce Carol Oates to Jack Higgins.

From psychological thrillers to cozy mysteries, there's nothing like a novel designed to send chills down your spine. Discover everything from classic authors like Agatha Christie and Patricia Wentworth to modern writers like Lucy Foley and Liane Moriarty. And whatever you do, remember to lock your doors before you go to sleep.

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Modesty Blaise: Clever, Cunning, Daring, and Kick-Ass

A globe-trotting spy and nobody's "girl," the 1960s heroine is still the epitome of cool.

Raymond Chandler and 7 of the Best Thriller Writers Today

"The Big Sleep" and "Farewell, My Lovely" author left some big shoes to fill—but these modern thriller writers are equal to the task.

More Than Murder on the Mind: 8 Sexy Romantic Suspense Books

Sometimes the most terrifying moments can ignite a burning passion.

We Can't Stop Watching the New Red Sparrow Trailer

The film adaptation of Jason Matthews' spy thriller is set to release on March 2, 2018.

Brilliant and Twisted: Emily Elgar's Debut If You Knew Her is a Thriller You Won't Forget

The genre's newest voice delivers a thrill ride "The Guardian" hails as "wonderfully insidious."

[CLOSED] Win a Copy of K.A. Tucker's Keep Her Safe

Read the bestselling author's latest romantic suspense novel!

See the Eerie First Trailer for Adaptation of The Terror 

Dan Simmons' story of Arctic carnage is finally getting the series it deserves.

8 Essential Rex Stout Mystery Books

Discover the works of one of the genre's most influential writers.

The 10 Best Science Fiction Thrillers Ever Written: Jon Land's Picks

The author of the Caitlin Strong series picks his favorite science-based thrillers.

10 Thriller Classics Perfect for a Dark and Moody Night

These creepy thriller classics are sure to send chills up and down your spine—no matter the weather outside.

7 Thrilling World War II Spy Novels

These spies have what it takes to deceive even the most perceptive.

A Gifted Father and Son Must Band Together to Save the World From a Deadly Attack

In the finale of Richard Bard’s Brainrush series, Jake Bronson and his family face their greatest threat yet.

7 Action-Packed Suspense Books That'll Both Frighten and Thrill You

Lock the doors and settle in with these addicting reads.

Jon Land's 10 Best Bone Chilling Book-to-Film Thrillers

The bestselling author and father of the technothriller shares his favorite adaptations for creepy thrills.

What If the Fate of the World Was in Your Hands? 

In Jack Mars’ non-stop thriller, “Our Sacred Honor,” Luke Stone is once again called upon for a deadly mission.

7 Light-Hearted Romantic Suspense Novels

Thrills and chills are a package deal.