Stephen King
Prolific author of horror and suspense novels that have shaped the modern thriller genre.
27 books recommended
And Then There Were None
Agatha Christie
A mystery novel in which ten strangers are lured to an isolated island and systematically murdered, exploring themes of justice and morality.
Full Throttle
Joe Hill
A collection of horror and suspense stories, blending supernatural themes with psychological tension.
A Head Full of Ghosts
Paul Tremblay
A horror novel about a family dealing with possible possession, exploring psychological and supernatural themes.
The Border
Don Winslow
A thriller novel about the Mexican drug cartels and the U.S. government's attempts to combat them.
Elevator Pitch
Linwood Barclay
A suspense novel in which a series of elevator incidents spark a citywide panic, blending mystery with psychological tension.
Growing Things and Other Stories
Paul Tremblay
A collection of horror and suspense stories, exploring dark themes and unsettling narratives.
Cemetery Road
Greg Iles
A mystery thriller about a journalist’s return to his hometown and his investigation into corruption and murder.
Cold Storage
David Koepp
A thriller about a deadly organism discovered in a storage facility, blending science fiction with suspense.
The Dutch House
Ann Patchett
A novel about siblings grappling with their past, exploring themes of family, forgiveness, and home.
Koko
Peter Straub
A psychological thriller following Vietnam veterans as they try to track down a former comrade turned serial killer.
Carrion Comfort
Dan Simmons
A horror novel that explores mind control, human cruelty, and survival, following a series of mysterious murders.
Necessary People
Anna Pitoniak
A psychological thriller about ambition, friendship, and betrayal among young professionals in New York.
The Strangler
William Landay
A crime novel set in 1960s Boston, following a family entangled in the search for a serial killer.
Shaker
Scott Frank
A crime novel following an unlikely hero navigating the dangerous underworld of Los Angeles.
Mission Flats
William Landay
A crime novel set in Boston, following a small-town police chief who uncovers a web of corruption and violence.
Defending Jacob
William Landay
A legal thriller about a father defending his son, who is accused of murder, raising questions about loyalty and justice.
The Unwilling
Kelly Braffet
A dark fantasy novel that follows the journey of an outcast in a magical world.
The Guest Book
Sarah Blake
A multigenerational novel exploring family secrets and privilege.
Ninth House
Leigh Bardugo
A dark fantasy about a young woman at Yale investigating secret societies.
A Cosmology of Monsters
Shaun Hamill
A horror novel blending family drama with supernatural elements.
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