This month sees a strong collection of new crime and thriller books that promise to enthrall readers with their intricate plots and unexpected twists, reports BritPanorama.
Among the highlights is A Killer in the Family by Amin Ahmad, which introduces Ali, a Mumbai-based photographer entangled with the opulent yet ominous Khan family, featuring ties to a serial killer. This work blends social satire with gripping crime elements, making it a noteworthy read.
Another compelling title is The Scoop by Erin Van Der Meer. The narrative follows Frankie, who, after losing her magazine job, resumes work at a notorious tabloid where she inadvertently shames a public figure, leading to significant consequences.
Anthony Horowitz returns with A Deadly Episode, where a murder occurs on the set of a TV adaptation of his work The Word Is Murder. This book showcases Horowitz’s flair for meta-mysteries, combining clever storytelling with engaging twists.
Caller Unknown by Gillian McAllister
In this tense thriller, McAllister explores a mother’s harrowing moral dilemma when her teenage daughter is kidnapped while on holiday, forcing her to commit a desperate act to ensure her child’s safe return.
A River Red with Blood by John Connolly
Private investigator Charlie Parker takes centre stage as he probes the disappearance of a young woman amid the discovery of a teenager’s body in a Maine river, continuing Connolly’s compelling series.
Kill Billionaire by Anders Lustgarten
In a darkly comic thriller, Kayla, a teenage prodigy, seeks vengeance against billionaires following wildfires that destroy her home, leading her into an unexpected alliance and a globe-spanning adventure.
Turn the Dial for Death by Jeremy Vine
The seasoned broadcaster returns with a new thriller, which sees radio host Edward Temmis becoming embroiled in a murder investigation following a doctor’s death in a picturesque seaside town.
Red Scorpion by Tom Bradby
In a narrative blending thrilling action and moral dilemmas, an A&E doctor finds herself entwined in the perilous world of drug cartels after accepting a lucrative job from a wealthy Colombian.
The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke
This plot thickens as six writers congregate on a remote island to complete a deceased author’s final manuscript. As competition intensifies, ambitions clash, leading to unforeseen peril.
Last One Out by Jane Harper
After a five-year absence from a desolate Australian town, Ro returns in search of her missing son. The book unfolds as old tensions resurface amidst a compelling exploration of familial grief and secrets.
Whatever Happened to Madeline Stone? by Louise O’Neill
This novel follows a former child star reopening the investigation into her twin sister’s disappearance, unearthing buried family secrets while moving through the early 2000s to the present day.
The Keeper by Tana French
Set in a remote Irish village, French’s latest novel reflects on the death of a local woman, revealing layers of community fractures and the subtle, dangerous undercurrents that lie beneath everyday life.
Hope Rises by David Baldacci
After double-crossing a global criminal organization, Walter Nash becomes consumed by revenge against the woman responsible for his losses, but his mission becomes tangled with unexpected emotions.
A Degree of Murder by Maz Evans
During a university reunion, old bonds and rivalries resurface until a murderer is revealed. Using multiple perspectives across time, Evans creates an engaging whodunit filled with intrigue and hidden motives.
