The tension is often internal, and compellingly so in Sadowsky’s exploration of a narcissist and a liar who leaves chaos behind after he dies.
Occult investigator John Silence is a fascinating character you’ll want to see again after reading this series starter.
Ware proves she’s more than deserving of all those comparisons to Agatha Christie, the Queen of Crime.
Cole leverages her strengths to great effect, incorporating history, biting social observation and even a little romance into this brilliant thriller debut.
The mystery and ambiguity build with each subsequent chapter en route to a suspense-filled and breathless finale.
Set in mysterious and witchy woods, The Daughters of Foxcote Manor is the perfect read for mystery lovers who prefer thrills without gore and violence.
In typical Lansdale fashion, the best plans go astray in outrageous ways as the author displays his characteristic flair for dark humor.
There’s no sophomore slump here. Pobi has seriously upped his game.
There is no contrived mystery to be found here. We find out what is happening as Ford connects the dots—and he is very good at connecting the dots.
Dead Man Dancing is electrifying, and all the more effective thanks to Galligan’s vivid descriptions and emotional portrayal of his characters.
Things go remarkably sideways remarkably quickly in Downing’s delicious and thrilling sophomore novel.
If you’re a Jack Reacher fan, you’ll love Van Shaw.
A compelling mix of taut psychological suspense and genuinely scary haunted-house terrors, capped off with an inventive and satisfyingly wild ending.
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