Looking for a thrilling read? Look no further than these top 10 mystery novels that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. From the psychological twists of “Gone Girl” and “Sharp Objects” by Gillian Flynn, to the historical puzzles of “The Da Vinci Code” by Dan Brown, and the gripping investigations in “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson; these books are sure to keep you guessing. Explore the secrets, lies, and shocking revelations in “Big Little Lies” by Liane Moriarty, the haunting prose of “In the Woods” by Tana French, and the suspenseful twists in “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides. These gripping mysteries will leave you wanting more with every turn of the page.
1. “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn
“Gone Girl” is a psychological thriller that follows the mysterious disappearance of Amy Dunne and the investigation that ensues. The novel is filled with unexpected twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the very end.
2. “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson
“The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” is a gripping mystery that follows journalist Mikael Blomkvist as he teams up with hacker Lisbeth Salander to solve the decades-old disappearance of a young girl. The book is filled with complex characters and a suspenseful plot that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
3. “The Da Vinci Code” by Dan Brown
“The Da Vinci Code” is a fast-paced mystery that follows symbologist Robert Langdon as he uncovers a series of cryptic clues that lead to a shocking secret. The novel is filled with historical references and intricate puzzles that will keep you guessing until the very end.
4. “Big Little Lies” by Liane Moriarty
“Big Little Lies” is a gripping mystery that follows a group of suburban mothers whose lives are turned upside down by a shocking crime. The novel is filled with secrets, lies, and unexpected revelations that will keep you guessing until the very end.
5. “In the Woods” by Tana French
“In the Woods” is a haunting mystery that follows detective Rob Ryan as he investigates the murder of a young girl in a small Irish town. The novel is filled with atmospheric prose and a complex plot that will keep you guessing until the very end.
6. “Sharp Objects” by Gillian Flynn
“Sharp Objects” is a dark and twisted mystery that follows journalist Camille Preaker as she returns to her hometown to investigate a series of murders. The novel is filled with psychological suspense and unpredictable twists that will keep you guessing until the very end.
7. “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides
“The Silent Patient” is a psychological thriller that follows Alicia Berenson, a woman who has been accused of murdering her husband and has not spoken a word since. The novel is filled with unreliable narrators and shocking revelations that will keep you guessing until the very end.
8. “Before I Go to Sleep” by S.J. Watson
“Before I Go to Sleep” is a gripping mystery that follows Christine Lucas, a woman who wakes up every day with no memory of her past. The novel is filled with suspenseful twists and a chilling atmosphere that will keep you guessing until the very end.
9. “The Woman in the Window” by A.J. Finn
“The Woman in the Window” is a suspenseful thriller that follows agoraphobic Anna Fox as she witnesses a shocking crime from her window. The novel is filled with unreliable narrators and unexpected plot twists that will keep you guessing until the very end.
10. “The Cuckoo’s Calling” by Robert Galbraith
“The Cuckoo’s Calling” is a gripping mystery that follows private detective Cormoran Strike as he investigates the suicide of a supermodel. The novel is filled with complex characters and a compelling mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end.