Best Mystery Books December 2024

Out of Her Head

Delving into the twisted mind of a serial killer, T.R. Ragan’s “Out of Her Head” is a gripping psychological thriller that will keep you up at night. Detective Lizzy Gardner, haunted by her own past, races against time to catch a ruthless predator targeting young women. As the body count rises, Lizzy must confront her deepest fears and push her limits to stop the killer before it’s too late. With heart-pounding suspense and unexpected twists, this page-turner will leave you breathless until the very end.

Deadly Recall

Detective Jessie Cole can’t shake the haunting memories of her sister’s disappearance. When a new case lands on her desk, she’s drawn into a web of lies and deceit. As bodies pile up, Jessie realizes she’s hunting a killer with an agenda. Racing against time, she must confront her own demons to catch this twisted predator. But the closer she gets, the more personal it becomes. Will Jessie’s relentless pursuit of justice cost her everything she holds dear?

Her Last Day

Detective Jessie Cole’s life changed forever when her sister vanished without a trace. Now, years later, she’s haunted by the unsolved case and the ghosts of her past. When a new missing persons case lands on her desk, Jessie is drawn into a web of lies and deceit that threatens to unravel everything she thought she knew. As she races against time to find the truth, she discovers that sometimes the answers we seek are hiding in plain sight. With each twist and turn, Jessie must confront her own demons and face the possibility that her sister’s disappearance may be connected to something far more sinister than she ever imagined.

The Promise

In “The Promise,” Teresa Driscoll weaves a gripping tale of long-buried secrets and childhood bonds. Beth and Sally, inseparable as girls, made a pact that would change their lives forever. Decades later, Beth’s daughter unearths a chilling discovery, forcing Beth to confront her past. As the truth unravels, loyalties are tested and relationships strained. Driscoll’s masterful storytelling keeps readers on edge, exploring the power of promises and the weight of guilt. A haunting, emotionally charged thriller that will leave you questioning how well you really know those closest to you.

The Friend

Sarah’s life is turned upside down when her best friend, Sophie, vanishes without a trace. As days turn into weeks, Sarah’s worry deepens, and she becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth. Memories of their shared past resurface, revealing hidden tensions and secrets. Sarah’s search leads her down a twisted path, questioning everything she thought she knew about Sophie and their friendship. With each revelation, the line between loyalty and betrayal blurs, leaving Sarah to wonder: how well did she really know her best friend?

I Am Watching You

Ella can’t shake the haunting memory of two teenage girls she saw on a train, flirting with strange men. The next day, one of them goes missing. Wracked with guilt, Ella becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth. As she delves deeper, she realizes everyone has secrets – even her own family. With each revelation, the danger grows closer to home. Driscoll’s gripping thriller keeps you guessing until the very end, exploring the ripple effects of one fateful decision and the lengths we’ll go to protect those we love.

The Swallows

Nestled in the hallowed halls of Stonebridge Academy, a prestigious New England prep school, dark secrets simmer beneath the surface. When Alexandra Witt joins the faculty, she unwittingly stumbles upon a toxic culture of misogyny and revenge. As she forms an unlikely alliance with a group of rebellious students, Alex finds herself drawn into a dangerous game of cat-and-mouse. Lutz’s razor-sharp prose and biting wit expose the raw underbelly of privilege, power, and the devastating consequences of silence. A gripping tale that will leave you breathless and questioning everything you thought you knew about loyalty and justice.

The Passenger

Sarah’s life unravels in an instant when her husband falls down the stairs, dead. Panicked, she flees, assuming a new identity and embarking on a perilous journey across America. As she navigates seedy motels and small towns, Sarah grapples with her past and the secrets that haunt her. Lutz’s gripping prose keeps you on edge, wondering who Sarah really is and what she’s running from. A thrilling tale of reinvention, survival, and the lengths we’ll go to outrun our demons.

All the Beautiful Lies

Harry’s world shatters when his stepmother calls with news of his father’s suicide. Returning to his coastal Maine hometown, he’s drawn into a web of secrets and lies. Alice, his enigmatic stepmother, seems oddly calm, while a local girl’s disappearance raises suspicions. As Harry unravels the truth, he discovers his father’s hidden life and confronts his own conflicted feelings for Alice. Swanson’s taut prose and twisting plot keep readers guessing until the shocking finale.

The Girl with a Clock for a Heart

George Foss never thought he’d see her again, but on a late-night visit to his favorite Boston bar, there she was. Liana Dector, his college girlfriend, vanished twenty years ago. Now she’s back, with a desperate plea for help. George can’t resist her pull, despite knowing she’s trouble. As he’s drawn into her dangerous world of lies and murder, he realizes some people never change. This gripping thriller explores the power of first love and the consequences of betrayal, leaving readers breathless until the final twist.