Best Suspense Thrillers Books of 2025

The Last Thing He Told Me: A Novel is a thrilling family life fiction book that follows the story of Hannah Hall, who believes she has found her perfect love until her husband, Owen Michaels, disappears. Before his disappearance, he leaves her a note to protect his 16-year-old daughter, Bailey. As Hannah tries to figure out her husband's true identity and the reason for his disappearance, she discovers a new future with Bailey. The book is a page-turning, exhilarating, and unforgettable suspense novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery and family drama.

Verity by Colleen Hoover is a bone-chilling psychological thriller that has readers obsessed. Lowen Ashleigh, a struggling writer, is hired to complete the remaining books in a successful series by Verity Crawford, a bestselling author who is unable to finish them due to her injuries. While sorting through Verity’s notes and outlines, Lowen discovers an unfinished autobiography that Verity never intended for anyone to read, which contains bone-chilling admissions. Verity delivers a grand slam of thriller twists and turns, making it impossible to put down. This book is a must-read for those who enjoy psychological thrillers with unexpected plot twists.

The Housemaid by Freida McFadden is a USA Today bestseller and a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers. The novel follows a housemaid who takes a job with the wealthy Winchester family, only to realize that their secrets are far more dangerous than her own. As she becomes entangled in their twisted lives, she must fight to keep her own identity hidden. McFadden's writing is gripping, with a jaw-dropping twist that will keep readers hooked until the very end. Overall, The Housemaid is a thrilling and addictive read that will leave readers wanting more.

Simply Lies: A Psychological Thriller by David Baldacci is a gripping novel that follows the story of Mickey Gibson, a former detective turned single mom. When she gets caught up in a murder investigation, she finds herself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a con artist. As the plot twists and turns, readers are kept on the edge of their seats, wondering what will happen next. Baldacci's writing is masterful, and the characters are well-developed and believable. Overall, Simply Lies is a thrilling read that mystery and action-adventure book lovers will enjoy.

Haunting Adeline by Cat and Mouse Duet is a suspenseful thriller that tells the story of a manipulator and a shadow. The manipulator can control the emotions of anyone who lets her, but the shadow is immune to her powers. As they fall in love, the shadow becomes obsessed with making her his. This book is a continuation of Satan's Affair and ends on a cliffhanger. The storyline is gripping and the characters are well-developed, making it a must-read for fans of suspense thrillers.

The Housemaid's Secret is a thrilling psychological fiction book that follows the story of a housemaid, who takes a job at a penthouse apartment. The housemaid is determined to keep her dark secrets hidden and protect the sickly Mrs. Garrick, but her obsession with the guest room and Mrs. Garrick's condition leads her down a dangerous path. The book is a page-turner, full of twists and turns that will keep the reader guessing until the very end. Fans of The Perfect Marriage, The Woman in the Window, and Gone Girl will enjoy this book's gripping plot and shocking twists. Overall, The Housemaid's Secret is a must-read for anyone who loves a good psychological thriller.

The Exchange is a legal thriller and the sequel to the bestselling book, The Firm, by John Grisham. The story follows the lives of Mitch and Abby McDeere, who are now living in Manhattan fifteen years after exposing the crimes of a Memphis law firm. Mitch, now a partner at the world's largest law firm, finds himself at the center of a sinister plot with worldwide implications. Grisham's engaging writing style and intricate plot twists keep the reader hooked until the very end. Overall, The Exchange is a thrilling read that will keep fans of Grisham's work satisfied.

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. The story follows the life of Alicia Berenson, a famous painter who shoots her husband five times in the face and never speaks another word. Criminal psychotherapist Theo Faber is determined to unravel the mystery of why she committed the crime and get her to talk. The novel is a mix of Hitchcockian suspense, Agatha Christie plotting, and Greek tragedy. The Silent Patient is an impressive, immersive debut that establishes Michaelides as a major player in the field of psychological thrillers.

The Never Never series is a gripping, twisty, and angsty romance that will leave readers breathless. Co-authored by Colleen Hoover and Tarryn Fisher, the series follows best friends turned lovers, Charlie and Silas, as they wake up with no memory of who they are. As they work together to uncover the truth about their past, they begin to question why they were ever together to begin with. The complete series, available in one volume, is heart-stopping and utterly captivating, showcasing the power of love and the terrifying nature of forgetting. This book is a must-read for fans of suspense thrillers.

Dark Angel (A Letty Davenport Novel) by John Sandford is a female-forward thriller that follows Letty Davenport, a former government agent, who is tasked with infiltrating a hacker group known as Ordinary People. Along with her partner from the NSA, they embark on a dangerous cross-country road trip, only to discover that their mission and lives are in grave danger. Sandford's mastery of character and action is evident throughout the book, and the high-octane action and gallows humor are sure to satisfy readers of suspense thrillers. Overall, Dark Angel is a must-read for fans of Letty Davenport and those who enjoy strong female leads in their thrillers.