10 Thriller Books on My Massive TBR Reading List

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I’ve written before about how my TBR (to be read) list was hovering around 65 books, and I’m constantly adding new titles to it. I know the volume of books on my reading list is ridiculous. However, I also know that I will get through each one – it’s just going to take me some time! I’m always looking for my next book recommendation, even while having what feels like a million novels to devour first (and no, I’m not ashamed).

My Formula for Finding the Best Thriller Books

As a dedicated thriller book lover, unique and intriguing cover art is almost as important to me as the back blurb. I think my professional background in communications and media has something to do with it, as I’ve always been drawn to visual storytelling within the creative realm.

Whenever I come across an eye-catching thriller cover, it stops me in my tracks. I instantly feel the urge to flip the book over (or scroll down online) to read the plot description. A greatly designed book cover will literally make me say, “Ohhhhhh!” out loud.

In the end, however, I use a strict formula to determine whether a novel gets added to my book list:

Catchy, gripping cover art + captivating, suspenseful book blurb =
Added to my TBR list or purchased immediately!

A Snippet of My 70-Book Thriller TBR List

Since I’ve explained how my selection process works, why don’t I show you a snippet of what I’ll eventually be reading? My list currently stands at 70 books.

Here are 10 highly recommended mystery and thriller books picked completely at random from my current TBR pile:

Which Thriller Should I Start With?

Have you read any of these suspense-filled books? Which thriller are you adding to your own TBR pile? Tell me your favorites and drop your recommendations in the comments below!