Thriller and suspense series in order, including the kind of books you finish at 2 a.m. because “one more chapter” is a lie. Start here if you want the cleanest reading order and the key series pages.
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Following its release, The Silent Patient dominated bestsellers charts. Fans loved it for the split perspective and timelines, its twists, and the compelling mystery motivating the characters. Whether you first finished this book three years or three minutes ago, keep reading to learn about 17 more books like The Silent Patient.
The Silent Patient made big …
Looking for Tess Gerritsen books in order? Here’s the publication order for Rizzoli & Isles, the Martini Club books, plus her standalones and other series. If you’re new, start with The Surgeon (#1) for Rizzoli & Isles.
Jump to: Where to Start | Rizzoli & Isles | Martini Club | Standalones | Anthologies | Tavistock Family | Rizzoli …
Johansen began her career as an author churning out romance novels at an impressive pace, before transitioning into the crime fiction genre. So, between her shift in genres and the steady pace at which she has written books during the past nearly 40 years, it can be overwhelming to know where to begin with the Iris Johansen books in order…
The character of Stone Barrington may be who Stuart Woods is most well-known for, but he also wrote numerous other remarkable characters. The Stuart Woods books in order are full of fast-paced action and intrigue with a touch of humor. His books are a great recommendation for any mystery fan.
Stuart Woods was born in Manchester, …
With many books set in the Mitch Rapp universe, there are three ways you can read the popular Vince Flynn books in order.
Fans of political thrillers adore Vince Flynn’s writing and captivating story-telling. If you’re looking for an exciting, thrilling read, the storyline of Mitch Rapp will be sure to entrance you with its action-packed adventure.
Mitch Rapp is …
One of the most beloved characters from prolific author James Patterson was first introduced 30 years ago. The eponymous character of the Alex Cross books in order made his entrance in Along Came a Spider and he has been enthralling readers ever since.
There are 30 books in the Alex Cross series with the 30th novel, Alex Cross Must Die, …
If you are a fan of compelling and nail-biting thrillers, then you absolutely need to read the Brad Thor books in order. Thor’s writing highlights modern debates and political dilemmas in an insightful way. His focus is on U.S. politics and security, but his characters travel the world on their various adventures.
His Scot Harvath series has spanned more than …
While she is still early on in her career as an author, the Jane Harper books in order have made large waves within the mystery thriller genre. She has been credited with carving out the subgenre of outback noir with her atmospheric and intriguing mysteries, which take place in Australia. These books have made her a global bestseller.
Will Robie is as ruthless and dangerous a hitman as they come. He is who the government calls when the police, FBI, and military can’t apprehend the enemy. Throughout the course of the Will Robie books in order he proves time and time again how he acquired his reputation as an assassin, and why is it so well-deserved.
The Prey books in order follow the exploits and investigations of Lucas Davenport, and have been going strong for more than three decades. Most of the books in this series by John Sandford take place in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, but Davenport’s talent and skill at hunting killers sends him further afield.
John Sandford is the author …