Reading a book can never really get boring, can it? After all, if you are done reading a particular genre, there is always something new you can pick up. Similarly, if you have been reading nonfiction, or let's say, too many romantic novels, and are now looking for something new, how about thrillers that can spice things up?
Whether a book or a movie, thrillers are often known to keep people engaged till the end. After all, we all want to know who was the killer or why was the person killed. In this article, we will look at three such thriller books that you must read.
#3. The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle
When the name Sir Arthur Conan Doyle pops up in a conversation or an article like this one, it's natural for avid readers to think about Sherlock Holmes. After all, the Sherlock Holmes novels by the British writer and Physician are one of the most popular books if not the most popular.
However, when Holmes died in the 1983 book The Final Problem, several fans of the book were left disappointed. But, Doyle, a master of his art, treated Sherlock fans to the resurrection of his character by writing The Hound of Baskervilles.
A story set in the ultra-popular Baker Street, The Hound of Baskervilles focuses on Sherlock Holmes and his trusted aide Dr. Watson investigating the case of the phantom dog of Dartmoor. Those who have read this book consider it to be one of the greatest thrillers of all time.
So, if you were looking to spend your day experiencing thrill, The Hound of the Baskervilles is your book.
#2. The Patient in Room 18 by Mignon G. Eberhart
Oftentimes it's noticed that several writers, despite years of writing fail to find their footing. This phenomenon does not only occur with writers but artists in general. However, what are the odds that an author's first-ever book turns out to be an instant hit, and people speak about it years after the author is gone and the book is published?
This has exactly been the case with Migon Eberhart's 'The Patient in Room 18.' The book revolves around Sarah Keate, who must figure out why patients have been dying in the titular room at the fictional St. Ann's Hospital.
From the start of the story till the end, readers can expect to stay engrossed and experience several thrills as they approach different stages in the story. The fact that this was Eberhart's first of 59 books speaks highly of its quality.
#1. In a Lonely Place by Dorothy B. Hughes
Born on August 10th, 1904, Dorothy B. Hughes is considered one of the most prolific crime writers of her time. Over the course of her career, Hughes wrote books, short stories, plays, and poems. However, many believe her best work is In a Lonely Place.
The book revolves around the life of Dix Steele. A World War 2 Fighter Pilot, Steele lives a life full of riches due to his wealthy friends. However, the only thing he misses is the thrill his job provided him. Left without the thrill and a sense of purpose, Steele begins murdering women in Los Angeles.
The reason this book is a great thriller is not only because of its story but also because it explores the psychology of a killer, which has paved the way for several writings on crime.