The best Mystery and Thriller Books suggested and reviewed by Escalating Knowledge.
Revisiting the Iconic Teen Series “Sweet Valley High” Introduction Francine Pascal’s “Sweet Valley High” series defined a generation of young adult fiction. First published in 1983, the escapist stories about…
Unraveling Mysteries with Perry Mason, the Dynamic Defense Attorney Introduction For over 80 years, Perry Mason has captivated readers as a criminal defense lawyer who goes above and beyond to…
Revisiting the Classic Goosebumps Series and Why Kids Still Love These Spooky Stories Introduction R.L. Stine's Goosebumps series defined horror for a generation of young readers. First published in the…
A WWII Spy Thriller That Will Keep You on the Edge of Your Seat Introduction Eye of the Needle is a heart-pounding WWII espionage novel that will have you racing…
The Terrifying Story That Shocked The World Introduction William Peter Blatty's 1971 novel The Exorcist shocked and captivated readers with its disturbing tale of demonic possession. As someone who loves…
Daniel is a young boy who is passionate about books and hence his father takes him to the Cemetery of Forgotten Books in postwar Barcelona. There he chooses a book called The Shadow of the Wind by Julián Carax. He soon discovers someone has been systematically destroying all remaining copies of Carax's works. Daniel sets out to solve the mystery, but the more he investigates, the more questions arise.
Welcome, fellow book enthusiasts, to the mesmerizing world of "Perfume, The Story of a Murderer" by the talented Patrick Süskind. In this scented tapestry, Süskind takes us on an unforgettable journey through the winding streets of 18th century France, inviting us to explore the complex interplay of desire, obsession, and the elusive nature of scent. Join me as we delve deeper into the heart of this literary masterpiece, where perplexity and burstiness weave together seamlessly.
Gillian Flynn's 2012 novel Gone Girl is a dark, twisted psychological thriller that takes readers on a rollercoaster ride filled with shocking twists and turns. Told from the alternating perspectives of husband and wife Nick and Amy Dunne, Gone Girl explores the complexities of a failing marriage and the disturbing secrets that can lie beneath even the most "perfect" relationship.
The locomotive of suspense fiction chugs along full steam ahead in Paula Hawkins' runaway bestseller The Girl on the Train. This psychological thriller takes readers on a dark, twisting journey through the minds of three women connected by one man and a single, solitary witness to a crime.
The highly anticipated follow-up to The Da Vinci Code and Angels & Demons, Dan Brown’s latest Robert Langdon novel, The Lost Symbol, doesn't disappoint. Readers are taken on a riveting and thought-provoking quest to uncover secret truths hidden within our nation's capital. From the first page, Brown grabs you and doesn't let go. The story wastes no time getting started, throwing us right into the action as symbologist Robert Langdon arrives at the United States Capitol Building for what he thinks will be a routine lecture. However, he soon finds himself embroiled in a deadly game of cat and mouse that will test his mental and physical endurance to the limit.
