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Crime, thriller & mystery

From Richard Osman’s bestselling Thursday Murder Club series to the latest nail-biting psychological thriller books from crime favourites like Lisa Jewell or Claire Douglas, our crime, thriller and mystery books will cater to every thrill-seeker out there. Whether it’s chilling true crime books, a detective novel, or perfect cosy crime books to gift this Christmas, we have something to suit every reading taste.

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Latest releases

Thrilling new fiction for Christmas gifting

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Quiz

Which member of the Thursday Murder Club are you?

Are you more Elizabeth, Joyce, Ibrahim or Ron? Find out with Richard Osman's quiz...

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Thrilling standalones

Gripping reads that will have you hooked

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Detective stories and mysteries

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Jack Reacher series

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Thrilling audiobooks to listen to

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Reading list

11 new psychological thrillers for 2024

Head over to Dead Good to discover the most captivating psychological thrillers hitting shelves this year.

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