If you’re a fan of gripping, edge-of-your-seat thrillers, then you probably loved Five Total Strangers by Natalie D. Richards. This genre of suspenseful, young adult fiction keeps readers hooked from start to finish. Here are twelve more books that will give you the same thrilling experience.
Books Similar to 5 Total Strangers
1. One of Us Is Lying
In One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus, five high school students walk into detention, but only four walk out alive. The story quickly becomes an intricate whodunit, with each student holding secrets that could unravel the truth. If you enjoyed the suspense and high-stakes drama of Five Total Strangers, this book is a must-read.
2. A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder
Holly Jackson’s A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder follows Pippa Fitz-Amobi as she investigates a closed murder case for her school project. What starts as an academic exercise quickly turns into a dangerous quest for the truth. The book’s blend of mystery and tension will keep you guessing until the last page.
3. Sadie
Courtney Summers delivers a powerful and heart-wrenching thriller in Sadie. The novel follows Sadie Hunter as she embarks on a journey to find her sister’s killer. Told through a mix of Sadie’s perspective and a podcast investigating her disappearance, this book is both compelling and chilling.
4. The Cheerleaders
The Cheerleaders by Kara Thomas is a dark and twisty thriller about a series of mysterious deaths that haunt a small town. Monica Rayburn’s quest to uncover the truth about her sister’s death leads her into a web of secrets and lies. This book is perfect for fans who love a good mystery with plenty of twists.
5. The Girl in the Picture
Alexa Donne crafts a haunting tale in The Girl in the Picture. When a popular student is found dead, the school is thrown into chaos, and two girls find themselves at the center of the investigation. This book’s eerie atmosphere and complex characters make it a thrilling read.
6. People Like Us
Dana Mele’s People Like Us is a gripping thriller set in an elite boarding school. Kay Donovan’s seemingly perfect life unravels when a classmate is found dead, and she becomes the prime suspect. This book is filled with dark secrets and unexpected twists that will keep you hooked.
7. The Last Time I Lied
In The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager, Emma Davis returns to a summer camp where her friends disappeared fifteen years ago. As she digs deeper into the mystery, she uncovers secrets that someone is desperate to keep hidden. The book’s suspenseful plot and eerie setting make it a must-read.
8. Two Can Keep a Secret
Karen M. McManus strikes again with Two Can Keep a Secret, a thrilling tale of small-town secrets and murder. Twins Ellery and Ezra move to Echo Ridge, where they uncover dark secrets about their family’s past. The book’s twists and turns will keep you on the edge of your seat.
9. The Cabin
Natasha Preston’s The Cabin tells the story of a group of friends who find themselves trapped in a cabin with a killer among them. As they try to uncover the murderer’s identity, trust and friendships are put to the test. This book’s intense atmosphere and suspenseful plot make it a thrilling read.
10. Dangerous Girls
Abigail Haas delivers a riveting thriller in Dangerous Girls. When Anna’s best friend is murdered during their spring break trip, she becomes the prime suspect. The book’s fast pace and shocking twists will keep you guessing until the very end.
11. Little Monsters
Kara Thomas returns with Little Monsters, a chilling story about a girl named Kacey who moves to a new town and befriends two girls with dark secrets. When one of them goes missing, Kacey must uncover the truth before it’s too late. The book’s suspenseful narrative and complex characters make it a standout thriller.
12. The Darkest Corners
The Darkest Corners by Kara Thomas is a psychological thriller about two girls who testified against a serial killer as children. Years later, they must confront their past when new evidence surfaces. The book’s intricate plot and deep psychological tension make it a compelling read.