Who doesn’t like a good mystery thriller? This year, we have had some of the best mystery thriller books in recent times. If you are struggling to compile a list of mystery thriller books to read, do not worry. We are here to assist you. In this article, you will find a comprehensive list of the best mystery thriller books of 2024.
The Best Mystery Thriller Books of 2024 So Far
Chicago Detective Jack Fallon In The Mystery Of The Legally Dead By Bob Kelly
The best of the best, the crème da le crème, the book “Chicago Detective Jack Fallon in the Mystery of the Legally Dead” written by Bob Kelly, is inarguably the best mystery thriller of 2024.
Bob Kelly knocks it out of the park with the book getting a whopping 4.6 out of 5 on Amazon. The customer rave reviews are proof of how good the book is.
The story follows Chicago-based Detective Jack Fallon to solve the mystery of a high-profile murder. Jack and his partner in crime, Detective Elaina Rodriguez, are caught in a nightmare case. In this cat-and-mouse chase, we follow them trying to solve the murders that continue to stack up in numbers.
Follow the detective duo in this police procedural investigation full of shocking twists and turns. When personal lives get mixed with professional work, Jack’s faith in the judicial system is put to the test. The mystery thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat, flipping pages through the night until you have finally cracked the mystery.
This is one book you don’t want to miss out on. Grab your copy today before it’s all sold out.
The Five Year Lie: A Domestic Thriller By Sarina Bowen
For a change of pace, check out this mystery thriller with a touch of romance. Follow the two main characters, Drew and Ariel, who are deeply in love with each other. Then, one day, Drew disappears.
The mystery deepens when Drew reappears five years later with a cryptic text. Where was he all this time? What happened? Why now? These are some of the many questions that will come up as the mystery unfolds.
Follow Ariel as she fights the past and tries to protect her son from the new danger.
The Last to Pie (A Pies Before Guys Mystery Book 3) By Misha Popp
Misha Popp has made one hit after the other. The third book in the series of mystery thrillers is another exciting story of Daisy Ellery.
In this story, Daisy is contacted by a woman in trouble. Domestic violence is on the rise, and Daisy could be the key to helping her escape. However, not all is as it seems; Daisy has reason to believe this might be a trap.
With a passion for justice, Daisy isn’t afraid to test herself. She risks it all to find and rescue the woman, even if it’s a trap.
It doesn’t take long for her to figure out this man is as bad at work as he is at home. Daisy fights the good fight to save this woman and bring justice.
The Return of Ellie Black: A Novel By Emiko Jean
This is undoubtedly one of the best mystery thriller books of the year. Follow Detective Chelsey Calhoun, with a tragic past and a fire, to solve the mystery of her sister, who disappeared 20 years ago.
The eerie reappearance of Ellie Black after two years of disappearance shocks the local town. The mystery of where she went and how she returned falls on the shoulders of our beloved detective.
Reigniting hope for a similar sudden reappearance of her sister. Detective Chelsey is determined to get to the bottom of this mystery.
The Last Murder at the End of the World: A Novel By Stuart Turton
A fascinating fiction novel about a dystopian world where everything is destroyed by a mysterious god that kills anyone who comes in touch with it. Now, all remains is one island of 122 villagers and three scientists.
Follow humanity rebuild itself and create a civilized society at the end of the world. Everything is threatened when a scientist is found dead. The close-knit community now stands frightened and unsure of who can be trusted because there is a murderer amidst them.
To make matters worse, the fog is closing in, and they have a matter of hours to solve the mystery until everything is wiped off the face of this planet.
Hunted By Abir Mukherjee
Follow three captivating mysteries across the world. Read as the London police investigate a father about his missing daughter.
Or, check out the story of a mother in Florida who discovered her radicalized son is in contact with a known bomber.
The two parents are brought together by fate to find their children and prevent an organization in Oregon from destroying America. The mystery thriller that keeps your heart pounding until the last page is a captivating read.
One Perfect Couple By Ruth Ware
Inspired by Agatha Christie, we have the excellent One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware. We follow the PhD researcher, Lyla, who is accompanying her boyfriend, Nico, on an exciting opportunity to appear on a new reality TV show called One Perfect Couple.
Sailing through the Indian Ocean to the Ever After island, they meet the four other couples competing for the big cash prize.
Things take a turn for the worse as a storm hits the island, leaving them stranded and alone, with no contact with the crew filming the reality TV show.
What is a mystery thriller without a good murder? The stranded group of reality TV stars have to find the killer in their midst. The lucky prize for this contest is the chance to stay alive. Some things cannot be bought.
Honorable Mention
Even though this book was not published in 2024 because of how good it is, we decided to share this bonus book with you. Without further ado, here is our honorable mention:
Chicago Detective Jack Fallon in the Mystery of the Exotic Escort Murders
If you read the book at the top of our best mystery thriller list for 2024, you should grab this book the first chance you get.
Before Detective Jack was caught in a high-profile murder case, he was taking on his first murder case at the lowly Southside Chicago. The tale of twists and secrets that come up will keep your heart racing. The suspense-filled book will keep you guessing on what comes next.
Grab your copy today.
