Thriller books that have been reviewed on The Candid Cover.
The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins is an exciting retelling of Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre. It is a thriller that has an interesting concept and a fast-paced plot. The dual narration and drama-filled story will keep you flipping pages right up until the exciting end. Continue reading
YA Halloween books are perfect reads for the spooky season! Teen horror novels has to be one of my favourite genres. This young adult Halloween book list that has the best new scary and not-so-scary teen books to add to your fall TBR. So, grab some Halloween treats and curl up with one of these reads that are perfect for getting into the spirit of Halloween! We recommend that you read them all Continue reading
Escaping from Houdini by Kerri Maniscalco is a spooky story I have been meaning to read for a while now. The concept of this third instalment in the Stalking Jack the Ripper series feels fresh, and I really enjoyed the setting. However, I found it more difficult to connect with the main character, and I wasn’t a fan of all the drama in the book. Despite this, the series is so out of my comfort zone, and I’m glad I gave it a chance. Continue reading
Little Disasters by Sarah Vaughan is a dramatic story that will surprise you. Almost entirely told in dual perspective, the book explores the themes of child neglect and female friendship. While there is some element of mystery to the narrative, this book reads more like a contemporary than a thriller. Continue reading
Three Perfect Liars by Heidi Perks is a thriller that will keep you guessing. Told from three different perspectives of the suspected arsonists along with interviews conducted by the detective on the case, this book is a page-turner. It is a novel that not only looks at motive for setting a building on fire, it also digs deep into the roles women play in society. Continue reading