Hidden Gems: Psychological Thrillers

Written by Beth O'Brien, staff member, Captain William Spry Public Library, opens a new window


A big reveal. 

A twist.

A chase.

And the person you least suspected. 

Psychological thrillers are a popular genre for the thrill-seeker in all of us. These books often top bestseller lists, with new titles garnering long hold queues at the Library. Sometimes fast-paced and other times slowly unravelling, they are mysterious, exciting, and full of twists and turns and intriguing characters. There may be many new bestselling psychological thrillers out there, but the Library has some amazing hidden gems, too. Don’t worry—you’d don’t have to scour the catalogue for the best titles. We’ve got you covered! Here are some of the best hidden gems in the psychological thriller genre we've uncovered from the stacks.











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Looking for more psychological thrillers? Check out Read-Alike Recommendations: The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides!