Hello! Last year around this time, I shared a list of thriller recommendations with you all. Over the last year, I feel like I’ve read quite a few new ones, so I want to share them with you (and the ones I didn’t mention in the last post).
Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
This is my most recent gothic/horror read, and it was phenomenal! This book was so atmospheric—it takes place in Mexico in a small, rural town in a mansion called High Place. It had such stunning prose, and the plot was unpredictable (exactly what I’m looking for in a book like this). I highly recommend checking it out!
When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole
I read this book recently as well, and it completely took me by surprise. I had seen a lot of people talking about this novel, so I was really interested in reading it. I was able to get the audiobook from Libro.fm, and I listened to it in a matter of days. The beginning was a bit slower paced, as we learned about characters and the backstory. But the last 50-75 pages were a RIDE, and it went in directions I never would have guessed. It’s definitely not your typical mystery, but it is good!
The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware
This is a retelling of The Turn of the Screw (see next rec), but in a modern setting: a smart home. It was super creepy, and it actually gave me goosebumps at times. I think it is such a phenomenal read, and I’m looking forward to reading more by Ruth Ware because I know I’ll enjoy her books!
The Turn of the Screw by Henry James
So yes, I put a retelling of this story on this list as well as the original and that’s because I think they are both such good reads!! I read this book as part of a collection of other short stories by Henry James, but this one was one of the only ones I really enjoyed. It was so eerie and interesting. AND The Haunting of Bly Manor comes out on Netflix TOMORROW. If you don’t know, it is the second season of The Haunting of Hill House, but it’s basically a completely new story (sort of how each season of American Horror Story works). I am so so excited to watch!
The Good Daughter by Karin Slaughter
This was my first Karin Slaughter and it did not disappoint! I listened to the audiobook, and it was really well done. It was an intricate story that focused a lot on the characters, which I appreciated. I definitely want to read more of Karin Slaughter’s books—if you have any favorites, let me know!
What are some of your favorite spooky reads? I have so many on my TBR that I’m dying to get to—I’d love to read your favorite!
I really loved Mexican Gothic and When No One is Watching!
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Such great reads 🤩
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I cannot wait to read Mexican Gothic, it’s been on my tbr for a good while now and the cover is gorgeous! Hope I get around to it soon!
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It’s so good! I hope you love it :)
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I love this!!! ❤️✨ I adore these types of spooky books so even though many are already in my TBR, there are still a couple that I have to check out!
Thanks for the amazing list, beautiful 🥰
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Ah of course! I hope you find some new favorites :)
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Um how have i never heard of Mexican gothic? It sounds really interesting – and what a gorgeous cover! Karin Slaughter is always good for a spooky read! Dean Koontz or Stephen King have some great spooky reads up too :) great post xx
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Omg Jessica, love all the recs!! I’m absolutely terrible with thrillers because I’m a scaredy cat but I’ve been eyeing all of these ones. Definitely going to try and get to them asap <3
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Ahh that’s totally understandable! There are definitely some on here that aren’t too scary, they just have an eerie vibe!
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