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The latest mystery and thriller book reviews, including crime fiction, legal thrillers, historical fiction, horror, fantasy, medical, romantic suspense, sci-fi and much more.

Black Wing Sky

Black Wing Sky, an Epic Fantasy Thriller by Kaylin McFarren

The Bottom Line: War between heaven and hell has never been this sexy. Sara J. Mass fans may find a new favorite author in Kaylin McFerren. The pacey fourth entry in Kaylin McFarren’s award-winning Gehenna series begins as Lucifer and his Council of Seven are about to enjoy a meal featuring a deliciously wicked ingredient: virgin’s blood. But before they can dig into this forbidden …

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When I Killed You, a Magical Blend of Mystery and Physics by Liam Fialkov

The Bottom Line: Fialkov’s best book yet is a truly magical blend of mystery and physics with two shocking twists.  Told from alternating points of view, When I Killed You is a captivating mystery about Helen Avery’s obsession with her daughter Alice’s disappearance 30 years earlier. In early chapters, we learn about a haunting childhood visit to a fortune teller, about her resentment toward her ex-husband – …

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The Deadly Deal, a Perfectly Crafted Conspiracy Thriller by J Lee

The Bottom Line: A perfectly crafted conspiracy thriller with a truly noble hero at its core, The Deadly Deal is the twisty tale we’ve been waiting for.  The Deadly Deal is the story of an ordinary man whose life is suddenly turned upside down by a vast conspiracy he can scarcely comprehend.  As the novel begins, Pharma exec David Centrelli is under pressure to deliver …

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The Best Stephen King Audiobooks Ranked In Order (Updated for 2023!)

Newly updated to include King’s newest novel, Holly! The reigning master of suspense is the author of more than 60 books and audiobooks, all of which have been international bestsellers, and many have been translated to the screen. The names are instantly recognizable:  It. Pet Cemetery. Misery. Thinner. All instant classics, and yet King’s craft seems to sweeten with age, with King still churning out some …

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Risky Assets, an Exhilarating Revenge Thriller by Rachael Eckles

The Bottom Line: An exhilarating revenge thriller that will hold readers breathless from start to finish.  Risky Assets, the second book in Rachael Eckles’ stylish Trading Secrets series, continues the journey of financier and illuminati Celeste Donovan. In book one, we witnessed how Celeste’s uncommon intellect, illuminati ties and seemingly limitless resources were scant protection from sadistic ex-lover Omar.  As book two begins, Celeste is on a roll. She’s running …

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Justifiable Deceit, a Highly Recommended Conspiracy Thriller by Mikael Carlson

The Bottom Line: A chilling conspiracy thriller that dares to explore some of society’s most divisive moral questions. Highly recommended.   Told from alternating points of view, Justifiable Deceit begins as teenager Tierra Campos describes a deadly school shooting in which his own demise seems inevitable. A decade later, Campos is a journalist who has just landed her first big interview. Her subject? Ethan Harrington, a fellow school shooting …

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Best Legal Thrillers of the 21st Century, Ranked (Updated for 2023)

Looking for the best legal thriller books? We share your passion. Conflicted, flawed lawyers. Trials about twisted crimes. Ninth-hour evidence discoveries. Few things in American culture create as much tension as our legal system, which is why courtrooms, law offices, and even the Supreme Court can make perfect backdrops for thrillers. The masters of the legal thriller—a genre that routinely tops the bestsellers lists—have been …

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Unseen, an Edge-of-Your-Seat Hostage Rescue Thriller by Traci Hunter Abramson

The Bottom Line: An edge-of-your-seat hostage rescue thriller featuring a truly memorable hero and a moving romance.  Laura, a nurse practitioner based in California, escapes to Honduras for a much-needed visit with her grandmother. But when tragedy strikes and her beloved abuela falls ill, Laura finds herself trapped in a deadly hostage situation. Members of Jaguar Negro, a gang working in both Honduras and Guatemala, …

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The Loneliest Places, a Suspenseful LA Noir Novel by Keith Edward Vaughn

The Bottom Line: An atmospheric, suspenseful and wistful work of LA Noir. Recommended for fans of Lisa Gray and Michael Connelly.  Can a private investigator’s worst nightmare also be his salvation?  In Keith Edward Vaughn’s debut novel, second-generation PI Ellis Dunaway lives in the shadow of his late father, a former LAPD detective with a rock-solid reputation. But on Ellis’ watch, the shrinking firm’s cases wrap too …

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