Unveiling the Heart-Pounding Thrill: Dive into the Best Thriller Books

Thriller books are an exhilarating escape into a world of suspense, intrigue, and relentless tension. With their gripping narratives and unexpected twists, they keep readers on the edge of their seats, eagerly turning pages to uncover dark secrets and untangle complex mysteries. In this blog post, we will take a thrilling journey through the realm of suspense literature, highlighting some of the best thriller books that have captivated readers and left them breathless with anticipation.

"Gone Girl" by Gillian Flynn: A masterful psychological thriller, "Gone Girl" explores the intricacies of a crumbling marriage and the mysterious disappearance of Amy Dunne. Gillian Flynn's taut writing and skillful manipulation of perspective keep readers guessing until the very end. Filled with shocking revelations and morally ambiguous characters, this book is a rollercoaster ride of deception, obsession, and dark secrets.


"The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" by Stieg Larsson: "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" introduces readers to Lisbeth Salander, a fiercely independent hacker, and Mikael Blomkvist, an investigative journalist. Together, they unravel a twisted web of corruption and violence. Stieg Larsson's debut novel is a gritty and atmospheric thriller that delves into the darkest corners of Swedish society, showcasing complex characters and a relentless pursuit of justice.


"The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides: In this gripping psychological thriller, Alicia Berenson, a renowned artist, is found guilty of murdering her husband and refuses to speak a word. Theo Faber, a psychotherapist, becomes obsessed with unraveling the truth behind Alicia's silence. "The Silent Patient" is a compelling and atmospheric tale of obsession, betrayal, and the power of secrets, filled with unexpected twists that will keep readers guessing until the final pages.


"The Da Vinci Code" by Dan Brown: "The Da Vinci Code" is an international phenomenon that blends art, history, and religion into a heart-pounding adventure. Robert Langdon, a Harvard symbologist, finds himself entangled in a dangerous quest to unravel an ancient secret that could shake the foundations of Christianity. Dan Brown's fast-paced narrative, intricate puzzles, and conspiracy-laden plot make this book an exhilarating and intellectually stimulating thriller.


"The Silence of the Lambs" by Thomas Harris: This iconic psychological thriller introduces readers to Clarice Starling, an FBI trainee, and Dr. Hannibal Lecter, a brilliant psychiatrist and cannibalistic serial killer. As Clarice delves into the mind of another serial killer known as Buffalo Bill, she must navigate a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the enigmatic Lecter. Thomas Harris crafts a chilling and suspenseful tale that showcases the power of psychological manipulation and the human capacity for darkness.

Thriller books have the unique ability to keep us on the edge of our seats, turning pages with bated breath. The books mentioned above represent a mere fraction of the thrilling journeys that await readers in the genre. Whether you prefer psychological suspense, gripping mysteries, or heart-racing action, the world of thrillers has something to offer everyone. So, buckle up and immerse yourself in these adrenaline-pumping stories that will leave you exhilarated and craving for more.

Book Review: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins

It has been so long since we visited Panem in the original Hunger Games trilogy. I wasn't super interested in learning about Snow's background and about the first 50% of the book was hard for me to really get into but once we get back to District 12 I finally felt right at home. It was nice to see some origins and history and connections to Katniss. Overall, if you're a Hunger Games fan you might like this read.

5/5 stars







Blurb:

It is the morning of the reaping that will kick off the tenth annual Hunger Games. In the Capitol, eighteen-year-old Coriolanus Snow is preparing for his one shot at glory as a mentor in the Games. The once-mighty house of Snow has fallen on hard times, its fate hanging on the slender chance that Coriolanus will be able to outcharm, outwit, and outmaneuver his fellow students to mentor the winning tribute.

The odds are against him. He's been given the humiliating assignment of mentoring the female tribute from District 12, the lowest of the low. Their fates are now completely intertwined - every choice Coriolanus makes could lead to favor or failure, triumph or ruin. Inside the arena, it will be a fight to the death. Outside the arena, Coriolanus starts to feel for his doomed tribute . . . and must weigh his need to follow the rules against his desire to survive no matter what it takes.

Please welcome Andy Weir author of The MARTIAN

Usually I write a little blurb here - a total lie about me meeting up with the author doing the interview even though I do these via email - but I can't even... I'm still trying to wrap my head around the fact that Andy replied to my email. Yay!

Okay. Let's see what Andy has to say about reading, writing, and zombies!

It’s the zombie apocalypse and writers have got to stick together to survive. Pick 3 authors to be on your zombie apocalypse killing team and tell us why you’d choose them.
Andy says: Stephen King: He knows how best to survive in a horror landscape
Hugh Howey: He’s an avid and skilled sailor. Best place to be in a zombie apocalypse is the ocean
George R. R. Martin: Because the fanbase will still insist on more A Song of Ice and Fire, even after the apocalypse.
Meredith says: Interesting, these are the top 3 authors picked for this question. I'm glad you didn't reserve George for bait like some other authors have - you know who you are. But the ocean... hmmm... according to Max Brooks (World War Z) zombies can live under the water and pull themselves up on the anchor line. I think Hugh could take on a few zombies though, he does push-ups and stuff.


If Stephen King and J. K. Rowling were drowning in a river, who would you save first? And now you have to tell us why.
Andy says: J.K. Rowling. She’s younger, so I’m saving more years of human life. (I always go with whoever’s younger when people ask me a question like that).


We authors are voracious readers. My TBR list is approximately 8 miles long. What are you currently reading?
Andy says: I just started “The Bone Clocks” by David Mitchell.


What is the one book that you could read a million times and never get bored with?
Andy says: “I, Robot” by Isaac Asimov.


Last year my favorite read was The Martian by Andy Weir. What was your best read of 2014?
Andy says: I really enjoyed “What If” by Randall Munroe.


This year my favorite read has been The Dog Stars by Peter Heller. What’s the best book you’ve read so far in 2015?
Andy says: Tough one. I’ll go with “The Fold” by Peter Clines.


You’re a writer by day and a superhero by night. (Take off those geeky glasses Superman) What’s your superpower?
Andy says: Teleportation. I’ve always wanted to be able to teleport instantly to anywhere in the world. Like in the book “Jumper”.
Meredith says: I've always said I'd teleport myself to someplace without traffic, most likely a beach.


I have writing spots all over my house: my desk, my couch, the patio, and my bed. Where’s your favorite spot to write?
Andy says: My desk. Boring, I know. I have a tower, not a laptop. So that’s where my computer is.


We’re supposed to love all of our children equally, but there are some scenes I’ve written that really stick out in my mind. Tell us your favorite scene from your book ​The Martian.
Andy says: I really liked the launch of Iris (the resupply probe that fails). I think the scene came together really well and I’m pretty sure I caught a lot of readers off-guard when the booster failed.
Meredith says: I was caught off guard. I had so much hope and then... boom.


Sometimes a little too much of myself slips into my characters. Which one of your characters most resembles you?
Andy says: Oh, definitely Mark Watney.


I’ve always got tunes rocking while I’m writing. Tell us five songs that are on your playlist.
Andy says: Actually, I can’t write with distractions like that. I’ve tried, but I just can’t concentrate with music, so I need silence.


If you could tell an aspiring author one tiny tidbit of information, what would you say?
Andy says:

1) You have to actually write. Daydreaming about the book you’re going to write someday isn’t writing. It’s daydreaming. Open your word processor and start writing.
2) Resist the urge to tell friends and family your story. I know it’s hard because you want to talk about it and they’re (sometimes) interested in hearing about it. But it satisfies your need for an audience, which diminishes your motivation to actually write it. Make a rule: The only way for anyone to ever hear about your stories is to read them.
3) This is the best time in history to self-publish. There’s no old-boy network between you and your readers. You can self-publish an ebook to major distributors (Amazon, Barnes and Noble, etc.) without any financial risk on your part.

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