best recent mystery novels

One of the best recent mystery novels is 'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides. It has a gripping plot with unexpected twists. The story revolves around a woman who stops speaking after shooting her husband, and a psychotherapist is determined to figure out why.

One of the great recent murder mystery novels is 'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides. It has a really gripping plot with a lot of twists and turns. The main character, a psychotherapist, tries to figure out why a famous painter has gone silent after being accused of murdering her husband. Another good one is 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. This book keeps you on the edge of your seat as it delves into a complex relationship and a mysterious disappearance. The characters are very well - drawn and the mystery unfolds in a very unexpected way.

'The Book of Lost Names' is a great recent mystery novel about books. It tells the story of a young woman who uses her skills as a forger to help save Jewish children during World War II. The book she creates becomes a key part of the mystery and the struggle for survival.

A recent mystery novel that stands out is 'The Sanatorium' by Sarah Pearse. It's set in a former sanatorium turned luxury hotel in the Swiss Alps. The spooky setting combined with a series of disappearances makes it a page - turner.

Recent mystery novels often have complex and unreliable narrators. For example, in 'The Silent Patient', the narrator's perception is not always accurate, which adds to the mystery. They also tend to explore psychological aspects more deeply.

In recent times, 'Lock Every Door' by Riley Sager is a great murder mystery. It's set in a luxury apartment building with a lot of secrets. The protagonist uncovers some really dark and dangerous things while trying to solve the mystery of what's going on in the building. And 'The Guest List' by Lucy Foley is also a popular recent murder mystery that takes place at a wedding on an island, with lots of secrets and lies among the guests.

Another one is 'Where the Crawdads Sing' by Delia Owens. It has elements of murder mystery set in a beautiful yet somewhat desolate natural backdrop. The story unfolds as the mystery of a death in the marshlands is investigated, while also exploring the life of the main character Kya.

Recently, 'The Parisian' by Isabella Hammad has gained popularity. It has elements of mystery as it delves into the lives of different characters in Paris during a certain period. It's not a pure mystery but has enough intrigue to keep readers hooked. Another is 'The Other End of the Line' by Andrea Camilleri (who is Italian but the book has a French connection). It has a great mystery element and is well - written.

They usually feature complex characters. These characters are not just there to solve the mystery but also have their own backstories and motives which are often influenced by the historical context. For instance, a detective in a 19th - century mystery might be restricted by the class system of that time. Moreover, the mysteries themselves are often intertwined with historical events. So it's not just a simple 'whodunit' but also about how the mystery is related to things like wars, political upheavals, or social changes that were happening during that historical period.

One characteristic is complex characters. In recent mystery novels, characters often have multiple layers and hidden motives. For example, in 'The Silent Patient', the main characters are not as straightforward as they seem at first.