The 9 Best Psychological Thriller Books

Misery by Stephen King:

A chilling tale where a novelist's number one fan turns captor, forcing him to rewrite his own fate.

Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. Watson

A gripping psychological thriller about a woman with amnesia who discovers unsettling truths through her journal.

Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney

A suspenseful story of a couple's unraveling relationship, intertwined with secrets and unexpected revelations.

Naoko by Keigo Higashino

A thought-provoking novel exploring identity, love, and the mysteries of memory.

Dear Child by Romy Hausmann

A dark and fast-paced thriller about a woman's escape from captivity and the disturbing truths that emerge.

The Maidens by Alex Michaelides

A gripping tale of murder and obsession set against the backdrop of a secretive academic society.

Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

A haunting psychological thriller where a journalist confronts her troubled past while investigating a series of murders.

Strangers on a Train by Patricia Highsmith

A classic psychological thriller where chance encounters lead to a sinister pact of murder.

My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite

A darkly humorous novel about two sisters, one of whom harbors a deadly secret that tests familial loyalty.

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