A reader looking for twisty, suspenseful mysteries without graphic violence. The picks include the locked-room puzzle of "The Guest List" by Lucy Fokley and the unreliable narrator in "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides. Check out the full list for more!
by Lucy Fokley
You mentioned twisty mysteries and suspense, and "The Guest List" delivers both in spades. Set on a remote island during a wedding, a storm cuts off all escape routes as a murder occurs, leaving all guests as suspects. The isolated setting and intricate plot should be right up your alley.
by Lucy Fokley
You mentioned twisty mysteries and suspense, and "The Guest List" delivers both in spades. Set on a remote island during a wedding, a storm cuts off all escape routes as a murder occurs, leaving all guests as suspects. The isolated setting and intricate plot should be right up your alley.
by Alex Michaelides
You're looking for a page-turning thriller with a strong mystery, and The Silent Patient is a perfect fit. The novel follows a psychotherapist determined to unravel the mystery of a woman who suddenly stops speaking after shooting her husband. It's packed with twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end.
by Alex Michaelides
You're looking for a page-turning thriller with a strong mystery, and The Silent Patient is a perfect fit. The novel follows a psychotherapist determined to unravel the mystery of a woman who suddenly stops speaking after shooting her husband. It's packed with twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end.
by Jean Hanff Korelitz
Given your interest in twisty mysteries and a strong sense of suspense, "The Plot" is right up your alley. A struggling author discovers an incredible plot idea from a former student, only to find his stolen story coming back to haunt him. It's a clever and suspenseful thriller that plays with the very nature of storytelling.
by Jean Hanff Korelitz
Given your interest in twisty mysteries and a strong sense of suspense, "The Plot" is right up your alley. A struggling author discovers an incredible plot idea from a former student, only to find his stolen story coming back to haunt him. It's a clever and suspenseful thriller that plays with the very nature of storytelling.
by Leonard Goldberg
You enjoy a good mystery, so how about one with a legendary connection? This series starter presents a clever mystery with a strong female protagonist in Joanna Blalock, who may or may not be the daughter of Sherlock Holmes. It offers a fresh twist on the classic Holmesian world.
by Leonard Goldberg
You enjoy a good mystery, so how about one with a legendary connection? This series starter presents a clever mystery with a strong female protagonist in Joanna Blalock, who may or may not be the daughter of Sherlock Holmes. It offers a fresh twist on the classic Holmesian world.
by Stuart Turton
If you like a unique take on the mystery genre, try this one. The main character has to relive the same day from different perspectives to solve a murder, creating a puzzle box narrative. It's a mind-bending, atmospheric thriller unlike anything you've likely encountered.
by Stuart Turton
If you like a unique take on the mystery genre, try this one. The main character has to relive the same day from different perspectives to solve a murder, creating a puzzle box narrative. It's a mind-bending, atmospheric thriller unlike anything you've likely encountered.
by S.J. Watson
This book explores a really interesting 'what if' scenario: a woman who loses her memory every night. You'll find yourself constantly questioning what's real as she pieces together her life and the dark secrets of her past. It will keep you on the edge of your seat.
by S.J. Watson
This book explores a really interesting 'what if' scenario: a woman who loses her memory every night. You'll find yourself constantly questioning what's real as she pieces together her life and the dark secrets of her past. It will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Shelf Sage asks a few questions and finds books you'll actually love.
Chat with Shelf Sage