Thriller

Fast-paced, conflict-filled, suspense-inducing – all characteristics of a textbook thriller novel. 

Some of the best thriller books in the world have been masterful at keeping readers on the edge of their seats; enticing them to turn the page and find out more, while simultaneously being scared at the prospect. Each and every scene is carefully crafted to propel the action forward; a rollercoaster ride of unexpected twists, turns, and tension.

 

What Makes A Thriller?

Thriller books have a lot of crossover with other genres, such as crime and mystery novels. Often centred around a hero character and a villainous opponent they are trying to defeat in some way, thrillers typically involve a whole lot of cliffhangers and deceptive elements – designed to build suspense and make it impossible not to keep reading. 

These are plot-driven stories, designed to pull the wool over eyes; whether it’s the eyes of the character in the book, or the eyes of the reader. If you’re looking for action-packed pages and quick-moving plots, then psychological thriller books are likely to be for you – and Victoria Freudenheim Book Reviews can help you find the best of the best.

 

Your New Favourite Thriller

From Gillian Flynn’s ‘Gone Girl’ and Stieg Larsson’s ‘The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’ to most of Stephen King’s literary works, there are some truly incredible psychological thriller books out there, waiting to be enjoyed. If you dare…

Take a look at some of the best thriller books in our Victoria Freudenheim Book Reviews.

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Grave Intentions

R. V. Raman

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The Power of the Dog

Don Winslow

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Those Who Wish Me Dead

Michael Koryta

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The Thursday Murder Club

By Richard Osman

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Yellowface

R. F. Kuang