The God of the Woods
When a wealthy teenager vanishes from her Adirondack summer camp, the search uncovers a web of family secrets and a community's dark past.
Penguin Random House Readers' Picks: Must-Read Mysteries and Thrillers
A curated list of top mystery and thriller books recommended by Penguin Random House readers, featuring both classic and contemporary titles.
The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
Hercule Poirot must come out of retirement to solve the murder of his friend, Roger Ackroyd, in this classic mystery by Agatha Christie.
How to Solve Your Own Murder
A chilling prediction sets off a decades-long mystery when Frances Adams is found murdered, and her great-niece Annie must unravel the web o…
The Only One Left
A gripping Gothic thriller where the only survivor of a family massacre, mute and paralyzed Lenora Hope, finally gets her chance to tell her…
The Wife Before
A young woman's fairytale marriage turns into a prison of secrets when she uncovers dark truths about her husband's past.
Tell No One
A man discovers his supposedly murdered wife might still be alive, leading him into a dangerous search for truth.
Five Survive
Five high school students find themselves trapped in a deadly game of survival after a school bus crash, forced to make impossible choices t…
The Verifiers
Claudia Lin, a sharp-witted amateur sleuth, navigates the world of online dating detective work in New York City, uncovering a web of deceit…
The Shining
A chilling tale of a young boy with psychic abilities and his family's descent into horror at the isolated Overlook Hotel.
The Essential Harlem Detectives
Dive into the gritty underworld of Harlem with Chester Himes' legendary detective duo, Grave Digger Jones and Coffin Ed Johnson, in this col…
My Sister, the Serial Killer
A darkly comedic thriller about sisterly love, murder, and the lengths one will go to protect family.
The Penguin Random House Readers' Picks: Must-Read Mysteries and Thrillers is a carefully curated list of highly acclaimed mystery and thriller novels. This collection was compiled based on recommendations from Penguin Random House followers on Threads, showcasing a diverse range of gripping stories from renowned authors. The list includes a mix of classic and contemporary works, such as Agatha Christie's 'The Murder of Roger Ackroyd' and Stephen King's 'The Shining', alongside newer releases like 'How to Solve Your Own Murder' by Kristen Perrin and 'The Only One Left' by Riley Sager. Each book on this list has been praised for its suspenseful plotlines, intricate mysteries, and compelling characters, making it a must-read for fans of the genre. Whether you're a longtime mystery enthusiast or new to thrillers, this list offers a variety of captivating reads that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
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