Best Mystery Books January 2025

If Only She Knew

Sarah’s perfect life shatters when a car accident leaves her with amnesia. As she struggles to piece together her past, she’s haunted by unsettling dreams and a nagging sense that something’s not right. Her husband Matt seems caring, but his eyes hold secrets. When a mysterious stranger appears, claiming to know her true identity, Sarah must confront the possibility that her entire life might be a carefully constructed lie. In this gripping thriller, Lisa Jackson weaves a tale of deception, danger, and forgotten truths that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Liar, Liar

Dani Settler’s life is upended when her twin sister vanishes without a trace. As she delves into the mystery, dark secrets from their past resurface, forcing Dani to question everything she thought she knew. With each revelation, the line between truth and deception blurs, and Dani finds herself caught in a web of lies that threatens to unravel her very identity. Lisa Jackson’s gripping thriller keeps readers guessing until the shocking final twist.

You Betrayed Me

Chilling secrets lurk beneath the surface of a seemingly perfect family in Lisa Jackson’s gripping thriller. As betrayal and lies unravel, the protagonist finds herself trapped in a web of deceit, questioning everything she thought she knew. Jackson’s masterful storytelling keeps readers on edge, weaving together suspense and emotional depth. With unexpected twists and complex characters, this page-turner explores the dark corners of human nature, leaving you breathless until the shocking finale.

After She’s Gone

Cassie Kramer’s life unravels when her sister Allie vanishes during a film shoot. Haunted by their troubled past and her own fragile psyche, Cassie becomes the prime suspect. As she desperately searches for Allie, dark family secrets surface, blurring the lines between reality and delusion. With time running out and a killer on the loose, Cassie must confront her deepest fears to uncover the truth. Jackson’s gripping thriller keeps you guessing until the very end, exploring the complexities of sisterhood and the shadows that lurk in our minds.

Before She Disappeared

Frankie Elkin is a recovering alcoholic with a knack for finding missing people. When she stumbles upon the case of Angelique Badeau, a Haitian teenager who vanished from her Boston neighborhood, Frankie can’t resist diving in. As she navigates the gritty streets and cultural complexities of Mattapan, she uncovers a web of secrets that could put her own life at risk. With each clue, Frankie’s determination grows, fueled by her own haunted past and the desperate hope of a family longing for answers. This gripping tale of redemption and resilience will keep you guessing until the very end.

The Other Daughter

Sarah Quinlan’s perfect life is shattered when her husband is murdered. As she grapples with grief, she discovers a shocking secret: her husband had another daughter. Determined to uncover the truth, Sarah embarks on a dangerous journey that leads her into a web of lies and deceit. With each revelation, she questions everything she thought she knew about her marriage. Gardner’s gripping thriller keeps readers on edge, blending heart-pounding suspense with raw emotion. A masterful exploration of family, betrayal, and the lengths we’ll go to protect those we love.

Find Her

Haunted by her sister’s disappearance, Detective D.D. Warren delves into a chilling case of abduction. As she unravels the twisted threads of a serial kidnapper’s mind, she encounters Flora Dane, a survivor with a dark past. Together, they race against time to save the latest victim. Gardner’s gripping narrative keeps you on edge, blending psychological suspense with raw emotion. A heart-pounding thriller that explores the resilience of the human spirit and the lengths we’ll go to find the truth.

Look for Me

Detective D.D. Warren returns in a gripping thriller that delves into the complexities of family dynamics and the haunting effects of trauma. When a teenage girl vanishes without a trace, leaving behind a cryptic note, Warren must unravel a web of secrets and lies. As she digs deeper, she uncovers a family’s dark past and a survivor’s desperate quest for redemption. Gardner’s masterful storytelling keeps you on edge, blending heart-pounding suspense with poignant reflections on resilience and the human spirit.

Never Tell

Detective D.D. Warren returns in this gripping thriller that delves into the complexities of family secrets and the haunting effects of trauma. When a pregnant woman is found murdered in her own home, all evidence points to her husband. But as D.D. digs deeper, she uncovers a web of lies and hidden truths that challenge everything she thought she knew. With twists that’ll keep you guessing until the very end, “Never Tell” is a heart-pounding journey through the darkest corners of human nature.

When You See Me

Detective D.D. Warren returns in this gripping thriller, teaming up with FBI profiler Kimberly Quincy and survivor Flora Dane. A grim discovery in the Georgia mountains leads them to a small town harboring dark secrets. As they unravel a web of lies, they face a cunning predator who’s been operating undetected for years. With twists that’ll keep you guessing, this heart-pounding tale explores the resilience of survivors and the relentless pursuit of justice. Gardner’s masterful storytelling will leave you breathless until the very last page.