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Loose Lips
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking an intricate amateur-detective murder mystery about authors, accomplishment, and adversaries. Recommended for fans of Nita Prose, Anthony Horowitz, and Richard Osman.
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Blue Christmas Bones
An excellent purchase to satisfy cozy mystery fans’ requests for holiday-themed listens.
A lighthearted and heartwarming paranormal mystery with likable characters and a humorous premise. Highly recommended for fans of Elle Cosimano’s Finlay Donovan series.
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Don’t Open Your Eyes
Readers might be tempted to binge-read into the wee hours to finish this book. Constantine (The Last Mrs. Parrish) has written yet another deliciously twisty suspense novel that will appeal to her fans and all readers who enjoy a juicy psychological thriller.
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The Bishop Murder Case
Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie and her fictional sleuth Hercule Poirot, Dorothy L. Sayers’s Lord Peter Wimsey, and Ellery Queen, as well as readers who enjoy cerebral mysteries.
Recommend Currie’s (The One-Eyed Man) latest widely, particularly to listeners seeking an older woman protagonist who could terrify even the most hardened career criminals.
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The Author’s Guide to Murder
Highly recommended for libraries seeking to bolster their murder mystery collections with a funny take on a classic mystery trope, with added hints of romance and a feminist vibe. Audiences will appreciate the engaging narration, memorable characters, and surprising plot twists.
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Buried Road
Highly recommended for fans of fast-paced mystery thrillers filled with red herrings and surprises. Audiences who enjoy the works of Linwood Barclay and Rick Mofina will be all in.
Through her novels, Rosenblum demonstrates that themes such as jealousy and betrayal transcend wealth and social status. She is carving out a niche as the author of fun, outrageous books about one-percenters behaving badly, and her latest is a perfect beach read for 2025.
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Just Another Dead Author
Berit is a thoughtful, intelligent protagonist who uses her smarts to unravel the complex web of interpersonal conflicts. Bivald’s latest will appeal to fans of Louise Penny and Elly Griffiths.
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Natural Barn Killer
The fifth “Farm to Table” book (after Crime and Cherry Pits) is another heartwarming and suspenseful cozy mystery filled with small-town charm, quirky characters, and lovable animals. Perfect for fans of Mindy Quigley, Ellery Adams, and Linda Reilly.
Fans of authors such as Diane Mott Davidson, V.M. Burns, and A.L Herbert will come for the food but stay for Jackson-Opoku’s captivating characters.
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No Body No Crime
This sapphic mystery is a nice addition to fiction shelves and for fans of Sharpe’s YA novels.
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Party of Liars
Perfect for fans of Colleen Hoover’s Verity, Tarryn Fisher’s The Wives, and Freida McFadden, this is a suspenseful debut with interesting characters and narrative twists.
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The Medici Curse
Auffenorde’s (The Forgotten Girl) latest is billed as a Gothic domestic thriller, but it tends to linger more on the details than on the suspense.
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Julie Tudor Is Not a Psychopath
While the premise of this novel intrigues, the execution falls short. The author misses opportunities to develop the humorous potential in the plot and explore the meaty question of how belief shapes reality.
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Love You to Death
A thrilling and unpredictable novel about two friends whose complicated relationship mixes desperation, misfortune, and lies. Dotson keeps readers riveted until the end as they wonder who will survive.
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Murder in Pitigliano
Another worthy addition to Trinchieri’s series, this time set partly in a new city. Recommend to fans of Martin Walker’s “Bruno, Chief of Police” books.
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Doll Parts
Book group clubbers will come for the thoughtful exploration of serious themes, while fans in search of character-rich, academia-set suspense tales will enjoy the twisty plot.
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Jenny Cooper Has a Secret
This clever cat-and mouse game keeps readers guessing until the end about who is taking advantage of whom. Recommended for fans of Lisa Jewell.
A timely novel that deals with the treatment of Latina women. For fans of character-driven suspense and the magical realism of Isabel Allende, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, and Victor LaValle.
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Etiquette for Lovers and Killers
Readers will be surprised by the twists and turns in Healy’s debut. Billie and Avery are a match made in, well, not quite heaven, but they are certainly meant for each other.
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Her Many Faces
Though the plot centers on the murders of four men, readers will be drawn in more by the mystery of who Katie is.
This fourth action-packed Frankie Elkin installment (after Still See You Everywhere) will excite fans and newbies alike. It is filled with an odd assortment of wonderful characters, including a boa constrictor and an iguana. Alongside the mystery, Gardner ably describes the horrors of refugee camps and the trauma facing immigrants fleeing oppression.
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The Myth Maker
This standard mystery is perfect for fans of Greek mythology, provided they are patient enough to wait for the sequel.
Ryan (One Wrong Word) has written her best book to date, which should be on everyone’s reading list.
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Blood and Treasure
Brilliantly crafted escapist reading at its popcorn best for fans of Clive Cussler, Graham Brown, Matthew Reilly, and David Gibbins.
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The Cleaner
Watson’s novel builds real suspense by carefully revealing the layers of the characters and their stories.
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Society of Lies
A compelling suspense novel and a vivid portrait of two biracial sisters’ complicated experiences at an elite Ivy League university. Recommended for fans of Celeste Ng, Susie Yang, and Zakiya Dalila Harris.
An entertaining and intriguing collection of highly recommended mysteries, suspense, and more, this will please Griffiths’s many fans and may earn her new listeners as well.
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The Mistletoe Mystery
This short and sweet Christmas novella brims with holiday cheer. A charming entry in Prose’s popular “Molly the Maid” series which will have listeners eager for book three, The Maid’s Secret.
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In Too Deep
The story’s plot relies heavily on coincidence and connections made in previous books. Reacher fans will be all in.
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The Undercurrent
Sawyer delivers a layered story, partly a gripping mystery and partly an affecting portrait of motherhood. Share with fans of Ashley Audrain’s The Whispers.
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Two Good Men
A gripping psychological thriller that is as thought-provoking as it is unsettling.
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You Belong Here
Miranda is an expert at using memories and flashbacks to unveil a story. Though this is yet another take on the missing-girl novel, it still feels dramatic and full of unexpected twists. Fans of Ruth Ware and Gillian McAllister will enjoy the building suspense and campus drama.
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The Sisterhood
Despite the compelling details of Boudica’s life, the two timelines fail to deliver equal punch. While both share the theme of women fighting for their place in the world, events in the earlier timeline have no direct impact on the latter, and the back-and-forth distracts attention from the primary mystery.
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Dogged Pursuit
Series fans will enjoy this look back to the characters’ beginnings, while newcomers will find a compelling mystery that might inspire them to jump into the other Andy Carpenter novels.
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There Will Be Bodies
Davis’s follow-up to Death on the Tiber is a strong series entry that’s sure to please fans. Readers of Ellis Peters and Jason Goodwin will also love this entertaining and edifying mystery, which mixes solid plotting, wit, and historical detail.
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Into the Leopard’s Den
For cozy mystery lovers looking for social commentary and scrumptious culinary descriptions, as well as for readers who enjoy Sujata Massey’s Perveen Mistry series but would appreciate a faster pace.
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The Blue Horse
Borgos’s third Porter Beck novel (following Shades of Mercy) is a solid, action-packed police procedural that incorporates controversial issues in rural towns, similar to the work of C.J. Box and Craig Johnson.
This is a classic wealthy-family whodunit centered on a funny and smart pair of women who are opposites in just about every way. Readers will love spending time with this investigatory duo.
This installment in the series is a fun jaunt akin to Jessica’s meandering bike rides as it follows her path through the novel’s twists and turns, with lots of capers and worthwhile characters.
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The Woman in Suite 11
Guilt by association and unsupported theory, rather than evidence, drive the narrative. Readers might need to suspend disbelief to get to the conclusion.
Dodd’s latest is the literary equivalent of catnip for readers in search of something new and fun in historical mysteries.
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The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club
With its fresh take on friendship forged through shared betrayal, sharp dialogue, and satisfying payoffs, this novel will appeal to both mystery enthusiasts (especially fans of Elle Cosimano, Jesse Q. Sutanto, and Janet Evanovich) and readers seeking smart contemporary fiction with heart.
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Asylum Hotel
Readers who remember Barbara Michaels’s wonderfully ghostly genre-blurring novels and fans of newer authors such as Jennifer McMahon and Riley Sager will be beguiled by Blackwell’s chilling, supernatural literary treat.
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The Once and Future Me
This sci-fi-inflected psychological thriller is most captivating as an exploration of the psychiatric treatment of women in the 1950s, but clunky exposition and uneven pacing keep it from being a true page-turner.
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The Red Queen
Fans of Grimes’s series will be thrilled to see that the superintendent is back.
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The Hamptons Lawyer
A fun, quick read. The perfect companion for a trip or a vacation, this is a prime example of why Patterson has established himself as one of the bestselling authors of all time.
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Tea with Jam & Dread
Delany delivers another solid entry in the “Tea by the Sea” series (following Trouble Is Brewing). The narrative delightfully blends intrigue with lovely English charm and a cast of memorable characters.
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No Rest for the Wicked
Adams writes an assured debut with well-developed characters and nicely timed twists. The small-town setting might suggest a cozy vibe, but the tone and exploration of grimmer themes make this a better match for readers who enjoy the work of Lisa Jewell and Wanda M. Morris.
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Rage
A captivating and thrilling addition to the Kate Burkholder series, recommended for those who enjoy suspenseful mysteries in rural settings.
Nightshade by Michael Connelly is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.
Not since Michael Crichton entertained and thrilled readers with science-driven novels like Sphere and Jurassic Park has there been anything this frightfully fun.
Fast-paced fun that will appeal to fans of Elle Cosimano’s Finlay Donovan and Jesse Q. Sutanto’s Meddelin Chan.
Marble Hall Murders by Anthony Horowitz is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.
The Tenant by Freida McFadden is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.
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Death and the Librarian
A perfect cozy mystery, from the setting and characters to the pacing and plot development. Readers may prefer to start with book one, but this installment has enough background that it could be read independently; of course, readers might then want to go back to find the earlier entries.
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Death at the White Hart
Chibnall’s spectacular novel offers intriguing suspense and drama, plus an outstanding cast of characters and a mystery that will keep readers riveted until the fulfilling climax. Fans of Knives Out and Murder on the Orient Express should thoroughly enjoy.
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A Mother Always Knows
The suspenseful plot and pacing work well to keep readers engaged and turning pages quickly. Fans of Freida McFadden and Jeneva Rose will enjoy.
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Pariah
Fesperman (Winter Work) creates an intriguing, entertaining and fast-paced plot, possibly mirroring events in the real world. Thoroughly satisfying.
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She Didn’t See It Coming
Lapena has written another solid domestic thriller with all the twists and red herrings that her readers have come to expect. The author’s fans and those who enjoy twisty domestic thrillers will flock to this one.
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A Terribly Nasty Business
A witty entry in the period cozy mystery genre, this is a fun example of a woman breaking the bonds of society to pursue her own dreams.
Goodman’s latest (after Return to Wyldcliffe Heights) delivers a mash-up of Greek mythology and Agatha Christie’s classic mysteries, to delightful effect. Readers who enjoy Tasha Alexander’s Lady Emily series, where a journey into history and culture weaves through a twisty mystery, will find lots to appreciate here.
This is another standout thriller from Robotham. Fans of Peter Swanson and Liz Moore will delight in the complex characters and layered plotlines that he delivers.
Hart (The Paradox Hotel) launches a fun and clever thriller series. It’s rare for a novel to be so engaging and intense while also leaving a smile on readers’ faces. Hart knows how to tell original stories with strong characters, and his latest should be on every thriller fan’s to-be-read list.
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Proof
Flawed protagonist Jake, driven to do the right thing, centers this complex, gripping thriller. Fans of Michael Connelly’s “Lincoln Lawyer” novels should jump on this one.
Preston and Child were brilliant to team up Kelly and Swanson in their own series, bringing the legends and geography of the New Mexico badlands to life. This installment would be a great launching point for readers who haven’t read one of their books.
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The Frozen People
The time-travel element adds something fresh for the author and the readers. Fans of Griffiths, police procedurals, and/or historical mysteries will find a lot to enjoy.
A critique of colonialism that still reads with the coziness of a cup of tea. Caroline Bingley proves herself worthy of her own mystery series.
Fast-paced fun that will appeal to fans of Elle Cosimano’s Finlay Donovan and Jesse Q. Sutanto’s Meddelin Chan.
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He’s To Die For
This witty, sexy, and mysterious debut is certain to satisfy both whodunit fans and romance lovers.
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The Game Is Afoot
A must-read for fans of It’s Elementary, but newcomers will also enjoy meeting feisty Mavis.
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A Murder for Miss Hortense
Infused with humor and heartbreak, playwright and screenwriter Pennant’s delightful first novel is for readers who enjoy community-based mysteries led by amateur detectives of an older generation, like Jesse Q. Sutanto’s Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers or Robert Thorogood’s The Marlow Murder Club.
This new entry in Hart’s solid series is just as good as the first, with thrills, humor, and an ingenious plot. The cast of characters continues to grow, and each is fleshed out enough to lead their own book. Readers should get on the Assassins Anonymous wagon.
Not since Michael Crichton entertained and thrilled readers with science-driven novels like Sphere and Jurassic Park has there been anything this frightfully fun.
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Everyone Is Lying to You
Readers will be drawn into the story by what feels like a backstage peek into the world of influencers and kept there by the fast pace and twisty plot.
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What the Night Brings
Anyone familiar with the reputation of Billingham’s outstanding police procedural series won’t be surprised at the novel’s ending. Readers who’ve quaffed a pint in a pub with Ian Rankin’s John Rebus or Colin Dexter’s Endeavour Morse will welcome this generous ploughman’s lunch with Tom Thorne.
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The Pretty Ones
Enhanced by Shalan’s expert performance, Ahlborn’s (Dark Across the Bay) psychological thriller/horror crossover delivers. Give to fans of Heather Gudenkauf, Catriona Ward, and Anna Bailey.
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The Business Trip
This audio will appeal to listeners seeking a plot-driven doppelgänger thriller about envy and ambition. Recommended for fans of Lisa Unger, Paula Hawkins, and Janelle Brown.
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The Gardener’s Plot
A fun, lighthearted listen, perfect for fans of gardening and cozy mysteries. This entertaining novel pairs well with Marty Eberhardt’s Bones in the Back Forty.
Listeners won’t know whom to trust or if they can trust anyone at all. Constantine’s many fans will love this new thriller.
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April Storm
Though the ending is a little too pat, Meacham’s fans won’t want to miss her final, posthumously published book. Predictable, but compelling.
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The Ghostwriter
With a fast-paced plot that blurs boundaries between present and past, along with a psychologically compelling cast of characters, Clark’s (The Lies I Tell) new thriller is perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell and will have readers reconsidering what it means to write, right, and rewrite personal stories.
25 Alive by James Patterson & Maxine Paetro is the top holds title of the week. LibraryReads and Library Journal offer read-alikes for patrons waiting to read this buzziest book.
Reminiscent of the great tragedies, this is Cosby at his best. Will appeal to fans of Attica Locke, Jordan Harper, and Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
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Happy Wife
This page-turning debut blends suspense with a compelling exploration of the complexities of marriage.
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Hamburg Noir
Akashic’s latest “Noir” collection is a fascinating trip to one of Germany’s major cities.
Fans of Vera Wong will be delighted to experience more laugh-out-loud funny moments with the dedicated amateur sleuth and her found family.
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Don’t Let Him In
A large portion of the story is from Nick/Alistair’s perspective, and spending this much time in the mind of a devilish sociopath may be a turnoff for some readers. Jewell consistently creates compelling characters, so even with the predictable twists, this will delight her many fans and readers of domestic suspense.
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Our Secrets Were Safe
DEBUT Caroline and Brooke seem to have it all: they’re beautiful, blonde, and come from money...
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Don’t Forget Me, Little Bessie
Burke’s trademarks of sudden violence, rough justice, and lyrical descriptions of people and places are on full display here. A knowledge of the other books about the Hollands is not necessary but will add poignancy to Bessie’s story.
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Jill Is Not Happy
With relentless pacing, this novel is perfect for fans of domestic thrillers. Every chapter dives deeper into the couple’s deceit, obsession, and the lengths they will both go to get what they want. A true page-turner, this is a must-read for fans of Gillian Flynn and Paula Hawkins.
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Shaw Connolly Lives To Tell
Readers familiar with French will love this book, as will those who like true crime, strong female protagonists, and stories where the dog is the hero.
This series continues to delight and is perfect for readers of Deanna Raybourn’s Veronica Speedwell series or Sherry Thomas’s Lady Sherlock mysteries.
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