My Top 12 Suspense/Thriller Reads

It’s time for another book roundup by category!

In today’s rendition, I’m sharing my top 12 Suspense/Thriller books.

I never thought I’d enjoy thriller/suspense books because I have a weak stomach and don’t like gore and scary things. However, I have found some books that are still suspense/thriller without the gruesome details. So if you’re like me and aren’t a huge fan of the “jump scare” twists and turns, then these books may be some you would enjoy.

I haven’t included my personal ratings because this list includes only the books I’ve rated 4.5 starts or higher.

*Disclaimer: Some books may include trigger warnings that you should be aware of. Please do your own research and use your own discretion to ensure these books are right for you!

P.S. In case you missed it, you can check out My Top 12 Historical Fiction Reads, which was the first roundup in this series.

  1. The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

  2. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

  3. The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine

  4. The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

  5. The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley

  6. The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena

  7. The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett

  8. Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie

  9. The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb

  10. The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave

  11. Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng

  12. The Maidens by Alex Michaelides