10 Books to Read If You Love Freida McFadden (and Can’t Sleep Until You’ve Read Just One More Chapter)

If you’ve ever stayed up way too late muttering “just one more chapter” while reading The Housemaid, Never Lie, or The Coworker, then welcome—you're among friends.

Freida McFadden is the queen of binge-worthy psychological thrillers. Her books are full of twisty plots, shocking secrets, and characters you shouldn't trust—but do anyway (and then regret it). If your life has felt a little empty since finishing her latest thriller, fear not. We've handpicked 10 heart-pounding reads that bring the same "wait—WHAT just happened?" energy.

The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

A famous artist murders her husband and then never speaks another word. Enter a therapist with issues of his own and a story that will punch you in the gut. If McFadden wrote a Greek tragedy, this would be it.

Verity by Colleen Hoover

A manuscript. A creepy old house. A seductive, slightly shady husband. A writer caught in the middle. Hoover goes full-throttle thriller here, and the ending? Let’s just say your jaw will be on the floor.

Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris

Grace and Jack are the perfect couple…on paper. But why won’t Grace ever answer the phone? And what’s with those locked doors? This one’s for readers who like their thrillers with a side of sheer dread.

Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. Watson

Imagine waking up every morning with no memory. Now imagine realizing that the person telling you who you are... might not be telling the truth. Chilling, atmospheric, and twisty in all the right ways.

The Wife Between Us by Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen

This book plays mind games on both the characters and the reader. It starts off like a typical love triangle—but turns into something much, much darker. You'll love how much it messes with your head.

The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine

Amber has a plan: charm her way into the life (and marriage) of a wealthy woman. But you know what they say—be careful what you wish for. It’s juicy, clever, and gloriously devious.

I Let You Go by Clare Mackintosh

A tragic accident. A grieving mother. And then—BOOM—one of the best twists in recent thriller history. Seriously, don’t blink. Just read.

The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose

What if you had to defend your spouse in a murder trial—and they might actually be guilty? This one's fast, furious, and full of secrets that unravel like a McFadden plot on caffeine.

The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena

A baby goes missing, and suddenly the couple next door doesn't seem quite so harmless. The twists come hard and fast, and just when you think you’ve figured it out—you haven’t.

Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica

Two women disappear. Years later, a girl returns. Where has she been—and what does she know? This one is dark, addictive, and layered with secrets. Think McFadden, but moodier.

Ready to fall down another rabbit hole of suspense? All these books are available at the Coal Valley Public Library. Swing by and check one out—just don’t blame us when you’re up until 2 a.m.