From whodunnits and page-turning crime fiction to chilling thrillers and twisty suspense, the books on this list are guaranteed to keep you guessing until the very end.
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Thrills & Chills:
The Truth About the Devlins: A Novel by Lisa Scottoline
*A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Pick*
Lisa Scottoline, the #1 bestselling author of What Happened to the Bennetts, presents another pulse-pounding domestic thriller about family, justice, and the lies that tear us apart.
“What do you get when you combine family dysfunction plus deep, dark secrets plus legal drama? A thoroughly engrossing thriller that will keep you riveted till the very end. Scottoline knocks this one out of the park!”—Lisa Gardner
Available March 26th in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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The Princess of Las Vegas: A Novel by Chris Bohjalian
*A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Pick*
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Flight Attendant and The Lioness, a Princess Diana impersonator and her estranged sister find themselves drawn into a dangerous game of money and murder in this twisting tale of organized crime, cryptocurrency, and family secrets on the Las Vegas strip.
“A wonderful book . . . I absolutely could not put it down.”—Anne Lamott, New York Times bestselling author of Bird by Bird
“Entertaining . . . The untimely deaths keep coming . . . Bohjalian is very good at capturing both the dark underside of Las Vegas and the weird surface on which fake Arethas, Sinatras, and Michael Jacksons cavort. Diana goes Vegas . . . in Bohjalian’s latest lively romp.”—Kirkus Reviews
Available March 19th in Hardcover, eBook, Audio, and Large Print Editions.
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You Know What You Did: A Novel by K. T. Nguyen
In this heart-pounding debut thriller for fans of Lisa Jewell and Celeste Ng, a first-generation Vietnamese American artist must confront nightmares past and present.
“This book knocked the wind out of me. On top of its razor sharp twists and visceral scares, You Know What You Did taps into the true horror experienced by so many refugees and war survivors, and the way that trauma lives on through generations. Don’t miss this brilliant thriller from a powerful new voice.”—Ana Reyes, New York Times bestselling author of The House in the Pines
Available April 16th in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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Finding Sophie: A Novel by Imran Mahmood
Two parents conduct an increasingly desperate search for their missing daughter in “a clever, chilling thriller that is also unexpectedly moving” (Shari Lapena, New York Times bestselling author of Everyone Here Is Lying).
“A clever, chilling thriller that is also unexpectedly moving.”—Shari Lapena, New York Times bestselling author of Everyone Here Is Lying
“Finding Sophie is a rare accomplishment, by turns a heart-stopping thriller, a heartfelt mystery, and a powerful study of grief, hope, and the unbreakable bond between parent and child. It’s brilliant.”—Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of We Begin at the End
Available March 5th in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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Day One: A Novel by Abigail Dean
A village hall, a primary school play, a beautiful Lake District town in England. Into this idyllic scene steps a lone gunman whose actions set off a train of events that will have devastating consequences for the close-knit community of Stonesmere.
“A gripping examination of a community devastated by a school shooting and the “truthers” who deny it ever happened. Within that story is a girl who’s hiding what she knows about what happened that day. A chilling, thought-provoking read. Brilliant.”—Shari Lapena, New York Times bestselling author of Everyone Here is Lying and The Couple Next Door
Available March 26th in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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Safe and Sound: A Novel by Laura McHugh
Six years after their cousin vanished from their home while they were sleeping, two sisters set out to learn the truth behind what happened—even if it puts their own lives in danger—in this haunting thriller from the internationally bestselling author of What’s Done in Darkness.
“Beautifully written, unflinchingly told, and relentlessly suspenseful.”—Heather Gudenkauf, author of The Overnight Guest
“An evocative, riveting, and gorgeously written mystery, Safe and Sound is a finely detailed exploration of complicated familial bonds and the ways in which our upbringing can hold us captive, even when we try our hardest to break free of the things that haunt us. McHugh is never afraid to take her readers to dark places, and this novel will have you turning pages long into the night.”—Amy Engel, author of I Did It For You and The Roanoke Girls
Available April 23rd in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Edition.
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Last Seen in Havana: A Novel by Teresa Dovalpage
A Cuban American woman searches for her long-lost mother and fights to restore a beautiful but crumbling Art Deco home in the heart of Havana in this moving, immersive new mystery, perfect for fans of Of Women and Salt.
“A page-turning, character-driven mystery that weaves back and forth between time and space, mother and daughter, truths and lies. Dovalpage grounds you in Cuba, both past and present, immersing readers in a heart-wrenching family drama that will keep you riveted until the end. I couldn’t put it down!”—Mia P. Manansala, author of the Agatha, Anthony, and Macavity Award–winning Arsenic and Adobo
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Nowhere Like Home: A Novel by Sara Shepard
#1 New York Times bestselling author of Pretty Little Liars Sara Shepard’s next adult novel follows a group of mothers living in a mysterious “mommune,” each of whom is running from something.
“Twisted friendships, toxic pasts and tangled motives—this is Sara Shepard doing what she does best!”—Ruth Ware, New York Times bestselling author
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Crime Fiction:
The Hunter: A Novel by Tana French
*A LibraryReads Hall of Fame Pick*
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Searcher and “one of the greatest crime novelists writing today” (Vox), a spellbinding new novel set in the Irish countryside.
From the writer who is “in a class by herself,” (The New York Times), a nuanced, atmospheric tale that explores what we’ll do for our loved ones, what we’ll do for revenge, and what we sacrifice when the two collide.
Available March 5th in Hardcover, eBook, Audio, and Large Print Editions.
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Paper Cage: A Novel by Tom Baragwanath
How far would you go to keep your family safe?
This prizewinning debut from New Zealand novelist Tom Baragwanath is both a nail-biting thrill-ride and a beautifully written, acutely observed portrait of a community.
“Baragwanath’s debut is both social novel and thriller, spinning the tensions between the white and Māori populations, the chokehold of street gangs, and the toll of drug addiction on young families into a suspenseful crime drama . . . Just the kind of dark, disturbing, gritty, and unusual treat thriller lovers are looking for.”—Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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Whodunnit:
How to Solve Your Own Murder: A Novel by Kristen Perrin
*A #1 LibraryReads Pick*
For fans of Knives Out and The Thursday Murder Club, an enormously fun mystery about a woman who spends her entire life trying to prevent her foretold murder only to be proven right sixty years later, when she is found dead in her sprawling country estate . . . Now it’s up to her great-niece to catch the killer.
“How to Solve Your Own Murder is a masterclass in the art of mystery. Kristen Perrin crafts a beguiling puzzle from sharp prose, compelling characters, and an irresistibly intricate setup. One of the best and most satisfying mysteries I’ve ever read.”—Elle Cosimano,New York Times bestselling author of Finlay Donovan is Killing It
Available March 26th in Hardcover, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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The Best of Lupin: Adventures of Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Thief by Maurice LeBlanc; Introduction by Martin Walker
*Now an Original Netflix Series*
A selection of classic stories featuring France’s answer to Sherlock Holmes: a brilliant master criminal with a mischievous sense of humor—now the inspiration for the major streaming series Lupin.
A bane to the powerful and generous to the powerless, Lupin is exceedingly witty, marvelously clever, and always a gentleman. The twenty-two delightful stories in The Best of Lupin, drawn from five collections published nearly a century ago by Maurice Leblanc, have stood the test of time and are ripe for rediscovery.
Available in Trade Paperback and eBook Editions.
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Comic Thrillers:
The Best Way to Bury Your Husband: A Novel by Alexia Casale
A dark comedy about four women coming together to heal the damage their husbands have done—and hide their bodies once they’ve killed them.
“A darkly comedic story with hijinks that will leave you torn between shock and horrified laughter. Casale has tackled a heartbreaking topic with the dexterity and nuance it deserves. I don’t condone of murder, but I would like to join the Lockdown Ladies’ Burial Club now, please!”—Jesse Q. Sutanto, bestselling author of Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers
Available March 19th in Trade Paperback, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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The Frame-Up: A Novel by Gwenda Bond
A magically gifted con artist must gather her estranged mother’s old crew for a once-in-a-lifetime heist, from the New York Times bestselling author of Stranger Things: Suspicious Minds.
“Makes grand larceny more fun than ever.”—Holly Black, New York Times bestselling author of Book of Night
“Who knew magic and art heists would go together like chocolate and peanut butter? The Frame-Up is a thoroughly delightful whirlwind of a read.”—Alma Katsu, author of The Fervor
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You’d Look Better as a Ghost: A Novel by Joanna Wallace
A comic thriller following the trials and tribulations of Claire, a part-time serial killer, who is keen to keep her favorite hobby a secret—despite the efforts of a determined blackmailer.
“Refreshingly original and laugh-out-loud funny. This is a superb debut.”—Clare Mackintosh, #1 international bestselling author of A Game of Lies
“Wallace had me at the title and kept me reading late into the night. Wicked, funny and charming, a delicious combination.”—Sascha Rothchild, author of Blood Sugar
Available March 26th in Trade Paperback, eBook, and Audio Editions.
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