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Best Mystery Books

January 2025

Beautiful Redemption

Dive into the thrilling conclusion of the Caster Chronicles with “Beautiful Redemption.” Garcia and Stohl weave a spellbinding tale of love, sacrifice, and destiny. Ethan’s journey through the Otherworld to reunite with Lena will keep you on the edge of your seat. The authors’ vivid prose brings Gatlin’s supernatural world to life, making you feel like you’re right there alongside the characters. I couldn’t put it down, staying up way too late just to see how it all ends.

Beautiful Chaos

Dive into a world where darkness and light collide in “Beautiful Chaos.” Garcia and Stohl weave a spellbinding tale of love, loss, and the supernatural that will keep you on the edge of your seat. As our beloved characters face their greatest challenges yet, the line between good and evil blurs, testing loyalties and pushing boundaries. I couldn’t put it down, finding myself lost in the richly imagined Southern Gothic setting. A thrilling rollercoaster of emotions awaits.

Beautiful Darkness

Ethan Wate thought he was getting used to the strange, impossible events happening in Gatlin, his small Southern town. But now that Lena has disappeared, he’s haunted by dreams of her. As he searches for answers, he uncovers dark secrets about his family and the town. With new dangers lurking, Ethan must choose between his love for Lena and the safety of those around him. A spellbinding tale of romance, mystery, and supernatural forces that will keep you turning pages late into the night.

Beautiful Creatures

Ethan Wate’s life in sleepy Gatlin, South Carolina, is turned upside down when he meets mysterious newcomer Lena Duchannes. Drawn to her, Ethan uncovers dark secrets about their families and the town. As Lena’s 16th birthday approaches, they race against time to unravel a curse that threatens to tear them apart. A spellbinding tale of forbidden love, magic, and the power of choice that will keep you turning pages late into the night.

The Unbound

Kell Maresh, the last of the Antari blood magicians, struggles to adjust to his new life in Red London. Haunted by the events of the past, he grapples with his growing powers and the weight of responsibility. Meanwhile, Lila Bard, the cunning thief from Grey London, embarks on a perilous journey to prove her worth as a magician. As dark forces gather and ancient magic awakens, Kell and Lila must confront their deepest fears and make impossible choices. A spellbinding tale of adventure, sacrifice, and the blurred lines between hero and villain.

The Archived

Mackenzie Bishop’s world is filled with secrets and shadows. As a Keeper, she’s tasked with returning the restless dead to their eternal sleep in the Archive. But when her little brother dies and her family moves to the Coronado, an old hotel turned apartment building, Mac’s carefully ordered life begins to unravel. Strange disturbances in the Archive and mysterious deaths in the Coronado force her to confront long-buried truths about her past and the nature of the Archive itself. With time running out and danger closing in, Mac must decide who to trust and what she’s willing to sacrifice to protect the living and the dead.

The Near Witch

In a village where wind whispers secrets and shadows dance, Lexi has always been drawn to the eerie legend of the Near Witch. When children start vanishing, suspicion falls on a mysterious stranger. But Lexi sees beyond fear, sensing a connection to the enigmatic boy. As she unravels the truth, she discovers a world where magic thrums beneath the surface, and love blooms in the most unexpected places. Schwab’s haunting prose weaves a spellbinding tale that lingers long after the last page.

The Girls in the Garden

Nestled behind a London square, a communal garden becomes the backdrop for dark secrets and tangled relationships. When a young girl is found unconscious after a midsummer night’s party, the idyllic facade crumbles. Jewell weaves a gripping tale of family dynamics, teenage angst, and hidden truths. With her signature blend of suspense and heart, she explores the complexities of trust and the shadows that lurk in even the sunniest of places. A page-turner that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Before I Met You

In this captivating tale, Betty Dean uncovers a family secret that leads her on a journey through 1920s London. As she delves into her step-grandmother’s mysterious past, Betty finds herself drawn to the vibrant world of jazz clubs and bohemian artists. Alternating between past and present, the novel weaves a tapestry of love, loss, and self-discovery. With vivid characters and atmospheric prose, Jewell’s storytelling transports readers to a bygone era, leaving them spellbound until the very last page.

The Third Wife

In this gripping psychological thriller, Lisa Jewell weaves a tangled web of secrets and lies. When Adrian’s third wife is found dead, the cracks in his seemingly perfect family begin to show. As the truth unravels, we’re drawn into a world of hidden motives and buried resentments. Jewell’s masterful storytelling keeps you guessing until the very end, with characters so real you can almost touch them. I couldn’t put it down, staying up way too late just to see how it all unfolds. A must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery with a dash of family drama.