Cardington-Lincoln Public Library: Thrillers and Suspense: February 2026

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Woman Down
by Colleen Hoover

Her words used to set the page on fire. But a viral backlash over her latest film adaptation forced Petra Rose to take a hiatus, resulting in missed deadlines and an overdue mortgage. Branded a fraud and fame-hungry opportunist, she learned the hard way what happens when the Internet turns on you. And she's been uninspired to write ever since. Now, with her next suspense novel outlined and savings nearly gone, she retreats to a secluded lakeside cabin, hoping to find inspiration. It's Petra's last-ditch attempt to save her career--and herself. Then he shows up. Detective Nathaniel Saint arrives with disturbing news, his presence igniting a creativity in her she thought long since burned out. Petra's words return in a rush, and her fictional cop character begins to mirror the very real cop who's becoming her muse--

Stuart Woods' Blown Away
by Brett Battles

Teddy Fay whisks away to join Peter and Hattie Barrington in Palm Springs. But his hope for a relaxing vacation vanishes when he attends a prominent actor's annual birthday party, where he witnesses a heated squabble between two women, only for one of them to turn up dead the next day. Teddy investigates who might be lurking in the shadows and uncovers a web of intrigue involving a sinister plan to take over a cutting-edge energy company. If he doesn't act fast, valuable secrets risk falling into the wrong hands, but more importantly, innocent lives could be in jeopardy--

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.

Anatomy of an Alibi
by Ashley Elston

Two women trade identities for one night -- Camille to uncover her husband’s secrets, Aubrey to pursue answers about her own past. But when Camille’s husband is murdered by morning, both are trapped in a dangerous web of lies. With one alibi between them, trust fractures and every move threatens to expose the truth.

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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