November brings an impressive array of crime and thriller releases, perfect for readers looking to engage with captivating narratives as the year comes to a close, reports BritPanorama.
Among the highlights is the 30th installment of the Jack Reacher series by Lee Child, co-written with his brother Andrew. Additionally, crime fiction stalwart David Baldacci presents a new work, while newer authors like Francine Toon offer engaging mysteries, including the atmospheric novel Bluff.
Here is a selection of notable titles set to be released this month:
Exit Strategy by Lee Child and Andrew Child
In Exit Strategy, Jack Reacher finds himself embroiled in perilous circumstances after a coffee stop leads to dangerous confrontations, driven by a mysterious note found in his pocket.
Bantam, £22
Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy
Set at a secluded research base, this eco-thriller features a stranger washed ashore and a family with deep secrets, seamlessly blending suspense and atmosphere.
Canongate, £9.99
Bluff by Francine Toon
This dual-timeline mystery, set against Scotland’s haunting coastline, explores Joanie’s disappearance and her brother Cameron’s search for truth a decade later, creating a chilling narrative about memory and unease.
Doubleday, £16.99
Executive Power by Tom Clancy
When the president’s son goes missing in Africa, Clancy’s latest novel tests themes of loyalty and family amidst geopolitical tension.
Sphere, £25
The Last Grave by TF Muir
A body found in the River Clyde draws DCI Andy Gilchrist into Glasgow’s criminal underbelly, presenting a gritty and fast-paced narrative steeped in procedural detail.
Constable, £25
Murder at Christmas by GB Rubin
This interactive gamebook invites readers to solve a whodunnit set in 1930s England and serves as a compelling gift for the festive season.
Simon & Schuster, £11.99
My Grandfather, the Master Detective by Masateru Konishi
This charming mystery presents a young teacher and her perceptive grandfather in a story where his fading memory contrasts with keen instincts.
Macmillan, £16.99
The Burning Grounds by Abir Mukherjee
Captain Sam Wyndham’s return to Calcutta leads him into a dangerous murder investigation, vividly depicted through Mukherjee’s attention to historical detail.
Harvill Secker, £18.99
Unlucky for Some by Tom Wood
In this high-stakes thriller, Victor, a wounded assassin, must navigate threats in Malmö to survive. A gripping tale filled with tension and cinematic flair.
Sphere, £25
The Token by Sharon Bolton
A group of strangers inherits a billionaire’s fortune and faces a deadly challenge aboard a doomed cruise, exploring themes of greed and guilt.
Orion, £22
Nash Falls by David Baldacci
In this taut narrative, Walter Nash is enlisted by the FBI to infiltrate a criminal organization, intertwining personal drama with corporate espionage.
Macmillan, £22
The Shame Game by LD Smithson
This suspenseful tale revolves around anonymous messages that force friends into moral dilemmas to conceal their secrets, creating a compelling modern morality tale.
Penguin, £9.99
The Afterparty by Ruth Kelly
A reunion in Amsterdam descends into chaos when a woman goes missing, blending high tension with emotional complexity in this modern thriller.
Pan, £9.99
The Lake by Jørn Lier Horst
Detective William Wisting connects two cold cases with new evidence found in a drained lake, showcasing classic Nordic noir precision.
Michael Joseph, £18.99
