Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

In the town of Bluffs Bay, Washington, a serial killer dubbed by the press as “The Woods Strangler” is killing beautiful women in the affluent neighborhood of The Woods. In an effort to bring the community together to fight this terror, Selene Herrera, director of a local battered women’s shelter, helps establish a neighborhood crime watch group. She is newly married to her second husband, Quinn, who is named the director of The Woods Citizens Against Crime group. A best-selling mystery novelist and nonfiction writer, he too is on a second marriage, having lost his first wife to violence. The Herreras’ life together is threatened when Selene’s abusive ex-husband, Michel Giovanni, shows up in town under the guise of seeking the reward money offered for information leading to the killer. But he soon begins to stalk Selene, wanting her back and determined to have her any way he can. Selene starts to receive calls from an anonymous caller implicating Quinn as The Woods Strangler. Though she tries to dismiss it, the chilling calls and continued murders unnerve Selene and threaten to undermine her marriage. Quinn fights the allegations as best as possible, while keeping secrets that he fears could destroy his life with Selene. Selene is also faced with the demands of running a battered women’s shelter, including trying to help a battered policewoman and dealing with a fire at the shelter caused by an arsonist. A strong set of supporting characters include: Police Officer Ashley Leighton, who hides her dangerous abusive relationship while trying to do her job in pursuit of a killer. Homicide Detective Dennis Cramer, who is faced with the realization that a serial killer might be one of his neighbors in The Woods and must be stopped at all costs. Marvin and Elisa Bonet, the Herreras’ next-door neighbors. Todd Foxworth, a spa owner whose girlfriend becomes a victim of the strangler. And Julian McKenzie, a local firefighter. Selene tries to keep her head above water as the killer prowls the neighborhood and sets his sights on her to join his growing list of victims.

A USA TODAY BESTSELLING AUTHOR They thought they could bury the truth. They were wrong. When Detroit private investigator August High finds the body of a young artist, Holla, brutally murdered in an abandoned warehouse, he steps into a world of secrets that stretches far beyond the city’s borders. Determined to uncover the truth, High’s investigation pulls him into a dangerous web of lies, where he must navigate between corrupt officials, a ruthless crime syndicate, and a deadly international conspiracy. Each clue takes him deeper into the shadows, where one wrong move could mean his last. Fast-paced and relentlessly gripping, this action-packed thriller pits August High against an enemy hidden in plain sight. As the body count rises and the stakes escalate, High knows he’s in a race against time—and against an adversary who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried. For fans of Lee Child, Michael Connelly, and Robert Crais, this is a story that keeps you hooked until the very last page.

MURDER IN MAUI: A Leila Kahana Mystery is a police procedural medical mystery novel set in the lush, deceptively idyllic tropical paradise of Hawaii. Maui County homicide detective and composite sketch artist Leila Kahana is the protagonist. A Hawaiian native, Leila follows in the footsteps of her grandfather who was the County of Maui police chief. She is tough, smart, sexy, and outspoken. Leila’s partner is Detective Sergeant Blake Seymour, separated from his wife and pushing to make lieutenant. Leila and Seymour investigate the execution-style murder of two prominent doctors in an upscale condominium. Larry Nagasaka and Elizabeth Racine are found lying naked in bed in a pool of their own blood. It is learned that they are married, but not to each other, and that the doctors belong to a prestigious medical association. Assisting the detectives in the case are fellow members of the homicide squad, Detectives Trent Ferguson and Rachel Lancaster, run by Lieutenant Paul Ortega who is contemplating retirement. As they interview suspects and collect evidence, more doctors belonging to the medical association are murdered, making it clear to all that they have a ruthless and determined serial killer on their hands. Leila, attempting to step out of the shadow of her grandfather and prove her worth to a skeptical Polynesian mother, is determined to solve this case, made more difficult as all the victims have skeletons in their closets. Leila’s romantic involvement with Seymour, in spite of her conservative upbringing and the fact that he still pines for his soon-to-be ex-wife, complicates matters. What sets this series apart--aside from the lush setting of Maui and its distinct areas that are prominent in the book such as Wailuku, Lahaina, Kihei, and Napili--is the colorful main characters as they painstakingly go through the process of stopping a ruthless killer, with everyone a suspect. PRAISE FOR MURDER IN MAUI FROM BESTSELLING MYSTERY AND THRILLER WRITERS “Flowers delivers the goods. An exotic setting, winning characters, and realistic procedural details make MURDER IN MAUI a sure hit with crime-fiction readers.” -- Bill Crider, Edgar winner and author of MURDER IN THE AIR and MURDER IN FOUR PARTS “A page-turning mystery featuring the debut of a fascinating character, Detective Leila Kahana. Flowers weaves in the professional and private lives of the detectives in the CID as they go about their business of catching a killer.” -- Jan Grape, Anthony & McCavity winner and author of WHAT DOESN’T KILL YOU and co-editor of MURDER PAST, MURDER PRESENT “MURDER IN MAUI is terrific. Gripping writing, wonderfully rounded characters you really care about, and vivid locations--this novel is a real and rare treat.” -- Peter James, international bestselling author of DEAD SIMPLE and DEAD LIKE YOU “MURDER IN MAUI by R. Barri Flowers starts with a bang--literally--and drops you right into the deep end of murder. A by-the-book mystery that keeps the suspense taut and edgy.” -- Joe Moore, international bestselling co-author of THE 731 LEGACY “MURDER IN MAUI launches a series detective in a beautiful setting with a thoroughly puzzling mystery to solve. If you love Hawaii or a good head-scratching mystery, you’ll enjoy this book. Very entertaining.” -- William Bernhardt, author of CAPITOL BETRAYAL and CAPITOL OFFENSE

On a stretch of highway in the Pacific Northwest known for the country’s highest number of serial killers, cold cases pile up across state lines, stumping the local police. An elite FBI unit is formed, with brilliant special agent Rylie Wolf at its head—and this time she must crack the case of a string of hitchhikers who’ve gone missing. Are they all the work of a single killer? And can she save the next one before it’s too late? “Molly Black has written a taut thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat… I absolutely loved this book and can’t wait to read the next book in the series!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder A complex psychological crime thriller full of twists and turns and packed with heart-pounding suspense, the RYLIE WOLF mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist and keep you turning pages late into the night. It is a perfect addition for fans of Robert Dugoni, Rachel Caine, Melinda Leigh or Mary Burton. Books #5 and #6 in the series—TAKE YOU and DARE YOU—are now also available. “I binge read this book. It hooked me in and didn't stop till the last few pages… I look forward to reading more!” —Reader review for Found You “I loved this book! Fast-paced plot, great characters and interesting insights into investigating cold cases. I can't wait to read the next book!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder “Very good book… You will feel like you are right there looking for the kidnapper! I know I will be reading more in this series!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder “This is a very well written book and holds your interest from page 1… Definitely looking forward to reading the next one in the series, and hopefully others as well!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder “Wow, I cannot wait for the next in this series. Starts with a bang and just keeps going.” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder “Well written book with a great plot, one that will keep you up at night. A page turner!” —Reader review for Girl One: Murder “A great suspense that keeps you reading… can't wait for the next in this series!” —Reader review for Found You “Sooo soo good! There are a few unforeseen twists… I binge read this like I binge watch Netflix. It just sucks you in.” —Reader review for Found You

When victims of a new killer are found tied to mangroves along the Florida waterways, half-submerged, Camille Grace is summoned to decode this killer’s signature—and stop him before he strikes again. “Phenomenal debut with a huge creep factor… So many twists and turns, you’ll have no idea who the next victim will be. If you love a thriller that will keep you awake well into the night, this book is for you.” —Reader review for Let Me Go NOT AGAIN is book #6 in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller Kate Bold, whose bestseller NOT NOW (a free download) has received over 600 five star ratings and reviews. A riveting psychological crime thriller full of mystery and suspense, the CAMILLE GRACE mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist. Packed with twists and turns, her story will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Books #7 and #8—NOT SAFE and NOT TODAY—are available now. “This is an excellent book… When you start reading, be sure you don’t have to wake up early!” —Reader review for The Killing Game “I really enjoyed this book… It draws you in right away and keeps you turning the pages right up to the end. I am really anticipating the next book.” —Reader review for Let Me Go “WOW what a great read! Talk about a diabolical killer! Really enjoyed this book. Looking forward to reading others by this author as well.” —Reader review for The Killing Game “Excellent start to a new series… Get this book and read it, you will love it!” —Reader review for Let Me Go “Captivating and riveting serial murder with a twist of the macabre… Very well done.” —Reader review for The Killing Game “Good read with good plot, plenty of action, and great character development. A thriller that will keep you awake into the night.” —Reader review for Let Me Go

Tourists are disappearing on airboats deep in the Bayou, and in this new novel by #1 bestselling and critically-acclaimed mystery and suspense author Kate Bold, Camille Grace, a rising star in the FBI’s BAU unit, must face a diabolical killer and face the one place she vowed she would never return: the deep South. “Phenomenal debut with a huge creep factor… So many twists and turns, you’ll have no idea who the next victim will be. If you love a thriller that will keep you awake well into the night, this book is for you.” —Reader review for Let Me Go A riveting psychological crime thriller full of mystery and suspense, the CAMILLE GRACE mystery series will make you fall in love with a brilliant new female protagonist. Packed with twists and turns, her story will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Books #5-#8 in the series are also available. “This is an excellent book… When you start reading, be sure you don’t have to wake up early!” —Reader review for The Killing Game “I really enjoyed this book… It draws you in right away and keeps you turning the pages right up to the end. I am really anticipating the next book.” —Reader review for Let Me Go “WOW what a great read! Talk about a diabolical killer! Really enjoyed this book. Looking forward to reading others by this author as well.” —Reader review for The Killing Game “Excellent start to a new series… Get this book and read it, you will love it!” —Reader review for Let Me Go “Captivating and riveting serial murder with a twist of the macabre… Very well done.” —Reader review for The Killing Game “Good read with good plot, plenty of action, and great character development. A thriller that will keep you awake into the night.” —Reader review for Let Me Go

While the roots of the detective novel go back to the 19th century, the genre reached its height around 1925 to 1945. This work presents information on 21 British and American women who wrote during the 20th century. As a group they were largely responsible for the great popularity of the detective novel in the first half of the century. The British authors are Dora Turnbull (Patricia Wentworth), Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, Elizabeth Mackintosh (Josephine Tey), Ngaio Marsh, Gladys Mitchell, Margery Allingham, Edith Pargeter (Ellis Peters), Phyllis Dorothy James White (P.D. James), Gwendoline Butler (Jennie Melville), and Ruth Rendell, and the Americans are Patricia Highsmith, Carolyn G. Heilbrun (Amanda Cross), Edna Buchanan, Kate Gallison, Sue Grafton, Sara Paretsky, Nevada Barr, Patricia Cornwell, Carol Higgins Clark, and Megan Mallory Rust. A flavor of each author's work is provided.

Provides articles covering children's literature from around the world as well as biographical and critical reviews of authors including Avi, C.S. Lewis, J.K. Rowling, and Anno Mitsumasa.

This work is a composite index of the complete runs of all mystery and detective fan magazines that have been published, through 1981. Added to it are indexes of many magazines of related nature. This includes magazines that are primarily oriented to boys' book collecting, the paperbacks, and the pulp magazine hero characters, since these all have a place in the mystery and detective genre.

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THE SILENCE OF THE GUILTY Psychological Thriller Books If you are searching for psychological thriller books that keep you on the edge of your seat, The Silence of the Guilty is the gripping story you won’t be able to put down. This unforgettable fiction book dives deep into the darkest corners of the human mind, where guilt is never silent and secrets refuse to stay buried. Perfect for readers who crave intense thriller & suspense books, this novel delivers a chilling blend of mystery, tension, and shocking revelations. In this haunting tale, every character hides something… and every silence carries a deadly meaning. As the investigation unfolds, the line between truth and deception begins to blur, pulling you into a world of danger, betrayal, and psychological torment. Fans of a powerful crime thriller series will love the intricate twists, suspenseful pacing, and disturbing secrets that unravel with every chapter. This is not just another mystery — it’s a dark suspense journey filled with emotional depth, unexpected turns, and heart-pounding suspense. What makes The Silence of the Guilty truly unforgettable is its ability to deliver the perfect twisty thriller experience: just when you think you understand what’s happening, the story takes a shocking turn that changes everything. If you enjoy gripping mysteries, chilling crimes, and page-turning tension, this novel belongs on your must-read list of psychological thriller books. With its dark atmosphere, complex characters, and relentless suspense, it’s the perfect choice for readers who love intense thriller & suspense books and stories that stay with you long after the final page.

Revealing your secrets… can be deadly. Gemma goes to Dr. Ann Wilcox for therapy. What she uncovers will lead her on a journey through her long-forgotten nightmares. A dedicated and caring therapist, Ann wants to see her patients achieve the lives they deserve, but with Gemma, it might not be possible. As Ann begins the delicate task of helping her patient unravel the twisted threads in her subconscious mind, she begins to fear for her own sanity, and her life. The two women begin a psychological dance, trying to peer behind one another’s masks, while the men in their lives can only watch from the sidelines, knowing the women are dancing near the edge of a precipice and that someone is destined to die. If you like a gripping domestic suspense thriller with twists and turns, never sure who’s telling the truth, you’ll love She’s Listening. Get your copy of this page-turning psychological thriller today.

Stench is a beautifully written psychological, mystery thriller

Be careful what you wish for… Callie has known sadness, and sometimes doubted she would ever have the life she wanted. When she meets James, also no stranger to grief, it seems as though her luck has changed. She becomes his wife, and in the process a stepmother to his two sons. Callie has finally got what she always imagined for herself. But things don’t go to plan for Callie. She tries to get things right, but at every turn she makes mistakes. If she can only show her new family just how much she cares, perhaps everything will be okay. Yet the harder she tries, the more she fails. A split-second decision leads to her spiralling out of control, and there is no way back for Callie. When the police arrest her for murder, the dark tale of Callie’s shocking fall from grace slowly unfolds. But how much is Callie willing to reveal about the choices she made? If those she cares for the most learn the truth, they will hate her. Will her secrets be her undoing? Or will she tell the truth, no matter the cost? A compelling psychological thriller with an unforgettable ending from #1 bestseller Kathryn Croft. Perfect for readers who love Sheryl Browne, Alison James and Claire McGowan. *** Previously published under the title The Stranger Within. ***What everyone is saying about The Lying Wife ‘A story full of twists and turns. This is an amazing thriller that will keep you engrossed until the last page.’ NetGalley review *?*?*?*?*? ‘Awesome read’ NetGalley review *?*?*?*?*? ‘Wow. A roller coaster of emotions and twists and turns. … Bloody brilliant!’ Goodreads review *?*?*?*?*? ‘FREAKING AWESOME BOOK! Ms Croft had me hooked on page 1. I couldn't stop reading! A hell of a good read.’ Goodreads review *?*?*?*?*? ‘The story itself is excellent and the plot twist at the end... wow, just wow! I did not see that coming. … It's so well-written and because of that twist, it's one of those books that requires a re-read, which I am going to do!’ Goodreads review *?*?*?*?*? ‘WOW! Totally unexpected! This story is not your average family drama or psychological thriller… It's a fabulous novel with characters so well defined and developed that you feel they are real.’ Goodreads review *?*?*?*?*?

A young woman's idyllic life comes apart when her past comes back to haunt her in this psychological thriller by the author of the Dublin Murder Mysteries. After working as a hospital nurse in Dubai and London, Jodie settles down in Kent. With her job at a quiet nursing home and her loving new relationship, it seems that she's finally put her troubled past behind her. But someone from her childhood has been following her for years. And he's decided it's time to makes his presence felt . . . When Jodie receives a distressing call from her manager, her life takes an unexpected turn. Suddenly she's suspended and under investigation. Then her past comes thundering back with a strange parcel tied to her front door. As everything begins to crumble around her, she wonders who she can trust.

A crime-solving psychologist finds herself locked in a battle of wits when a murderer strikes too close to home. An unpredictable suspense thriller for fans of You. Doctor Maggie Connolly spends her life helping her patients, working with ex-convicts, and countless hours consulting with the police to catch killers. How better to deal with her guilt about her brother’s disappearance than to help others in need? But when Aiden’s body is discovered, Maggie’s life is turned upside down. After twenty-six years, the case is colder than his bones. And the original detective is up to his old tricks—he seems to believe Maggie herself is responsible. Even her own mother doesn’t believe Maggie’s story about what happened that day. And she shouldn’t. Though Maggie didn’t kill her brother, she is guilty of something terrible. But is it connected to Aiden’s death? One thing is clear: The person who murdered her brother has information that no one else should know. Maggie herself will not escape this investigation unscathed. She can only hope to find her brother’s killer before they take everyone else Maggie loves to the grave. Immersive, unputdownable, and darkly hilarious, Mind Games is a fast-paced psychological crime series for fans of Kendra Elliot, Lucinda Berry, and Freida McFadden. * * * * KEYWORDS: strong female lead, female sleuth, female investigator, amateur sleuth, psychologist sleuth, female protagonist, psychologist protagonist mystery suspense thriller series, hard-boiled mysteries, female protagonist, pulp, murder, female lawyer protagonist, noir, dark mood, hard-boiled mystery, police procedural, mystery series, crime, noir, gritty detective novels, psychological thrillers, serial killer, crime thriller, crime fiction, hard boiled detective, hardboiled detective fiction, hard boiled crime, funny psychologist, dorky sleuth gritty mysteries, mystery series books, psychological thriller series, psychological thriller, detective shrink partner, psychologist detective, psychological suspense, psychological thriller books, nail biter mysteries, wise cracking detective, detective partners, crime fiction, urban murder mystery, serial killer thriller, female protagonist, whodunit, whodunnit, family drama, domestic suspense thriller, psychological domestic suspense, dark and suspenseful