**Crime and Thrillers: The Ones That Got Away**
Louise Welsh's latest offering, "The Cut Up", is a masterclass in crafting intricate plots that keep readers on the edge of their seats. The story centers around Rilke, a gay Glaswegian auctioneer who stumbles upon a body outside an upscale auction house. As he navigates this gruesome discovery, Rilke must confront his own demons and team up with the police to unravel the complex web of clues leading back to a notorious reform school.
David McCloskey's "The Persian" is another standout novel that delves into the dark world of espionage and counter-terrorism. The story follows Kam Esfahani, a Jewish Iranian dentist turned double agent, who finds himself trapped in a cycle of violence and deception after being captured by his torturer. Through a series of confessions and flashbacks, McCloskey skillfully weaves together a narrative that exposes the hypocrisy at the heart of these clandestine operations.
For fans of fast-paced thrillers, "The 10:12" by Anna Maloney is an absolute must-read. When Claire Fitzroy boards a train to Euston, she's not just heading home from Manchester - she's also facing her personal demons and fighting for her life against a group of angry passengers who hijacked the train. As the stakes rise and paranoia sets in, Maloney deftly explores themes of stereotype and misunderstanding.
Lauren Schott's debut novel "Very Slowly All At Once" takes aim at the consequences of financial recklessness and social pressure. The Evans family - divorce attorney Hailey, lecturer Mack, and their young daughters - find themselves trapped in a desperate spiral of debt and desperation after taking out a loan from an unknown benefactor. With tension building to a breakneck pace, Schott delivers a gripping tale that keeps readers guessing until the very end.
Finally, CE Hulse's crime debut "Vivian Dies Again" is a wildly inventive mystery that pits its protagonist against her own demons and the machinations of those around her. Vivian Slade - a chaotic flatmate turned unlikely detective - finds herself trapped in a timeloop of her own murder, with only an exhausted waiter by her side to unravel the tangled web of clues leading up to her demise.
These four novels prove that, for fans of crime and thrillers, there's always something new and exciting on the horizon. Each one offers a unique blend of twists, turns, and pulse-pounding suspense - guaranteed to keep you hooked until the very last page.
Louise Welsh's latest offering, "The Cut Up", is a masterclass in crafting intricate plots that keep readers on the edge of their seats. The story centers around Rilke, a gay Glaswegian auctioneer who stumbles upon a body outside an upscale auction house. As he navigates this gruesome discovery, Rilke must confront his own demons and team up with the police to unravel the complex web of clues leading back to a notorious reform school.
David McCloskey's "The Persian" is another standout novel that delves into the dark world of espionage and counter-terrorism. The story follows Kam Esfahani, a Jewish Iranian dentist turned double agent, who finds himself trapped in a cycle of violence and deception after being captured by his torturer. Through a series of confessions and flashbacks, McCloskey skillfully weaves together a narrative that exposes the hypocrisy at the heart of these clandestine operations.
For fans of fast-paced thrillers, "The 10:12" by Anna Maloney is an absolute must-read. When Claire Fitzroy boards a train to Euston, she's not just heading home from Manchester - she's also facing her personal demons and fighting for her life against a group of angry passengers who hijacked the train. As the stakes rise and paranoia sets in, Maloney deftly explores themes of stereotype and misunderstanding.
Lauren Schott's debut novel "Very Slowly All At Once" takes aim at the consequences of financial recklessness and social pressure. The Evans family - divorce attorney Hailey, lecturer Mack, and their young daughters - find themselves trapped in a desperate spiral of debt and desperation after taking out a loan from an unknown benefactor. With tension building to a breakneck pace, Schott delivers a gripping tale that keeps readers guessing until the very end.
Finally, CE Hulse's crime debut "Vivian Dies Again" is a wildly inventive mystery that pits its protagonist against her own demons and the machinations of those around her. Vivian Slade - a chaotic flatmate turned unlikely detective - finds herself trapped in a timeloop of her own murder, with only an exhausted waiter by her side to unravel the tangled web of clues leading up to her demise.
These four novels prove that, for fans of crime and thrillers, there's always something new and exciting on the horizon. Each one offers a unique blend of twists, turns, and pulse-pounding suspense - guaranteed to keep you hooked until the very last page.
I mean, what's not to love? Crime and thrillers are my jam, but some of these books are straight up too confusing for me... like, I don't know if I liked "The Cut Up" or hated it, you know? 
Was Rilke a likable character? I'm still on the fence about that. And then there's "The Persian", which is super intense and stuffy at times... but also expertly crafted? Ugh, my brain hurts just thinking about it! 
What do I think of the train thriller, "The 10:12"? Too much chaos for me, you know? But Lauren Schott's writing is so polished that it pulls you in despite all the craziness. And then there's CE Hulse's "Vivian Dies Again"... what a wild ride! I loved it and hated it at the same time - that's how captivating it was! 
i mean who hasn't been in a situation where they're drowning in debt and feeling super lost? [
. and claire from "the 10:12" is just so relatable, you feel her anxiety and fear throughout the whole book 
. can't wait to dive into more of these authors' works 
. Like, they're just so... repetitive? Every single one's got this "train" setting, it's like Anna Maloney & co are trying to cash in on a thriller trope that's already been done to death 
. And what's up with the " trapped in a cycle of violence" theme? It feels like every single author is relying on the same old "villain monologue" shtick 
Like, the hypocrisy is still there, just masked in different ways. Anyway, I'm loving the diversity of these novels - from the dark world of espionage to the struggles with debt and social pressure... it's all so relatable! 
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anna maloney's "the 10:12" is so intense i think i'm still shaking from all the adrenaline 
just trust me when i say these books are MIND-BLOWING!!! 
. I love how she weaves together a narrative that keeps you guessing until the very end 
. What's your take on these novels? Have you read any of them? 
what's with the reform school tho? also, "Very Slowly All At Once" is on my radar now, financial drama is always so juicy 
David McCloskey's writing style is so evocative, you'll be on the edge of your seat with "The Persian". And I love how Anna Maloney tackles the theme of stereotype and misunderstanding in "The 10:12". That train scene is like a rollercoaster ride of emotions 
. Have you guys read any of these books yet? 
I mean, don't get me wrong, they're well-written and all that jazz, but can't we have a good old-fashioned whodunit with some actual twists? Like, seriously, who thought it was a good idea to kill off the protagonist in the first chapter of their own mystery novel? Vivian Slade is literally a detective who's dead before she even starts investigating... that's just cruel 
. These novels are giving me LIFE! I mean, I know some people might say that crime thrillers are all about gore and violence, but trust me, these books are so much more than that. They're about the human condition, about how our past experiences shape us and drive us to make the choices we do.
just finished reading "Vivian Dies Again" by CE Hulse 
and I'm still reeling from it! 
. As someone who's always been a bit of a perfectionist myself 
top-notch! 
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