Red and blue flash on the scene with yellow tape bordering the parameter in which lie the remains of something heinous, something sinister. You walk up a little closer, walking expertly through the throngs of both people at work and curious observers. You are at a crime scene, and there’s been a murder.
You are left with more questions than answers.
It’s the beginning of a story, and you already know the stakes; it’s life or death.
In the genre of fiction, crime thriller has dazzled audiences for decades. Today, let’s dive deep into some of the hottest crime thriller reads known to keep you on the edge of your seat.
And Then There Were None by Agatha Cristie
It’s not possible not to have heard of Agatha Christie if you’re a fan of the genre. Agatha Cristie remains, to this day, one of the most influential thriller authors. And Then There Were None is her best book. The story follows ten strangers isolated inside an island mansion under false pretenses. Each of these strangers has a dark past. Things escalate when one of them bites the dust. Naturally, just like any whodunnit, it is up to the rest of the group to find out which one of them has blood on their hands. With suspicions abound, tensions rise into a gripping read with unexpected twists.
Next In Line by Jeffrey Archer
Here’s one of the best-selling crime books of all time, and for good reason. Being the second book of the William Warwick series, Jeffrey Archer really levels up his game for this one. The story commences with the disappearance of a valuable painting from a museum as Detective Inspector William Warwick begins his investigation. As he delves deeper into the case, Warwick discovers a web of corruption, betrayal, and deceit.
The Thursday Murder Club Series by Richard Osman
Another classic! The Thursday Murder Club books are a mystery crime series that follows a group of elderly yet amateur detectives living in a retirement village in England. They gather every Thursday to solve cold murder cases. When a person goes missing, our sleuths find themselves involved in a real-life murder investigation. With their experience and skill, the characters try to uncover the truth. The read is witty, with an intricate plot.
The Girl in the Pink Shoes by Stacy Green
Stacy Green welcomes readers into a world of suspense and struggle. A single mother, Piper is doing her best to make ends meet, taking up a job at a strip club just so she can pay for her daughter’s medical bills.
When one of her co-workers goes missing, she must navigate through a web of secrets into the underworld of sex workers. The gritty writing and complex plot are refreshing and immersive.
Finally, Chicago Detective Jack Fallon in The Mystery of the Exotic Escort Murders by Bob Kelly
Last but certainly not least, we have Bob Kelly! As one of the most exciting authors in the genre, Keyll kicks off his newest Chicago Detective series.
Detective Jack Fallon is fresh into the homicide division. Alongside his partner, Detective Elena Rodriguez, he is in hot pursuit to unravel the mysterious deaths of sex workers in Windy City. The characters are smart and relatable, and the depiction of Chicago is as authentic as can be. The book is the perfect introduction for you to the world of crime thrillers. All you crime fiction aficionados are in for quite the ride.
Join Jack Fallon as he uncovers the truth in his newest, most challenging assignment. Chicago Detective Jack Fallon in The Mystery of the Exotic Escort Murders is now available on Amazon.
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