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Mystery & Thriller

Whether you’re looking for a thriller that will keep you up at night or you prefer a good cozy mystery book that offers the suspense without the scare, we’ve curated these lists to help you find your next favorite title.

Many of our cozy recommendations are part of a series, so if you love the characters, you’ll be able to continue reading as they solve their next case.

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    Summer Cozy Mysteries Set on the Beach

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    Summer Mystery Books & Beach Thrillers

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    Puzzling Locked Room Mystery Books

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    Thrilling Lakeside Mystery Books

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    Mysterious Thriller Books Set on Islands

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    Mystery Books Set in the 1920s

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    The Best Culinary Cozy Mysteries

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