Forsyth County Public Library: Thrillers and Suspense: February 2026

Recent Releases

Murder Your Darlings
by Jenna Blum

Caught between an impending book deadline and a sudden, intoxicating romance with a famed novelist, Sam Vetiver is pulled into a world where charm masks danger. As a stalker closes in and bodies surface, shifting viewpoints reveal a sharp, darkly funny plot about trust, ambition, and the perils of desire.

The Briars
by Sarah Crouch

Seeking solitude after heartbreak, game warden Annie Heston starts over in the secluded town of Lake Lumin. As she tracks a rogue cougar, she’s drawn to Daniel, a mysterious carpenter with secrets of his own. When murder strikes the community, Annie must unravel hidden histories to uncover the killer -- and stay alive.

Dark Sisters
by Kristi DeMeester

In Dark Sisters, three women across several centuries confront repression, violence, and a creeping supernatural force rooted in their small Georgia town's past. As Anne, Mary, and Camilla face danger both human and otherworldly, their stories converge around a haunting legend. Fans of horror-infused thrillers won't want to miss this fierce tale of resistance, power, and vengeance.

The Exes
by Leodora Darlington

In this explosive debut thriller, a woman's seemingly perfect romantic life is on the verge of collapse as she uncovers a hidden history surfacing dark secrets that have deadly consequences. Then along comes James--wonderful, handsome James--and Natalie thinks her luck has finally turned. But the harder Natalie tries to be a normal wife, the more world-upending truths are brought to her door, leaving her unsure of who she is and questioning whether there is a monster within her, or a villain toying with her from the outside.

Only Way Out
by Tod Goldberg

In this darkly funny crime thriller, a corrupt small-town cop stumbles upon a crashed van filled with stolen diamonds, cash, and a headless driver. His attempt to pocket the haul sparks chaos, drawing in the thief’s dangerous sister and a relentless third rival, unleashing escalating violence, secrets, and double-crosses. For fans of: Coen brothers' films.

Fun City Heist
by Michael Kardos

Mo Melnick’s quiet beachside routine unravels when his former bandmate returns, urging a one-night reunion that will mask a daring July Fourth robbery. Drawn back into old friendships and surprised by a renewed bond with his teenage daughter, Mo is swept into a chaotic, heartfelt caper where past dreams and present dangers collide.

It Should Have Been You
by Andrea Mara

When a new mother mistakenly shares a private complaint with her whole neighborhood, tensions escalate into violence and shocking deaths. What begins as a minor misstep spirals into a web of betrayal and fear, exposing the fragility of trust and showing how quickly social media can upend seemingly ordinary lives. For fans: of Lisa Jewell and B.A. Paris.

No One Aboard
by Emy McGuire

When a billionaire family’s yacht is discovered abandoned off the Florida coast, a high-stakes search begins. Emy McGuire spins a gripping story of secrets, rivalries, and deception, moving between the ill-fated voyage and the frantic rescue, maintaining suspense as the truth behind the family’s disappearance gradually unfolds.

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