If you’re a fan of psychological thrillers with a touch of romance like Verity and Layla by Colleen Hoover, then you’re in for a treat. This genre masterfully blends suspense, mystery, and emotional depth, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Below, I’ve compiled a list of 16 books that will captivate your mind and tug at your heartstrings.
Books Similar to Verity and Layla
1. Gone Girl
Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn is a gripping tale of a marriage gone wrong. When Amy Dunne goes missing, all eyes turn to her husband, Nick, who protests his innocence. The story unfolds through alternating perspectives, revealing shocking secrets and twists that will leave you questioning everything.
2. The Girl on the Train
The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins is a psychological thriller that centers around Rachel, an alcoholic who becomes entangled in a missing person’s investigation. As she pieces together her fragmented memories, the truth becomes more horrifying than she could have imagined.
3. Before I Go to Sleep
Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. Watson follows Christine, who loses her memory every day when she falls asleep. With the help of her journal, she starts to uncover disturbing truths about her past and the people around her. This novel is a haunting exploration of memory and identity.
4. The Silent Patient
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides tells the story of Alicia Berenson, a famous painter who is found standing over her husband’s dead body and subsequently stops speaking. Psychotherapist Theo Faber is determined to get her to talk and uncover the truth, leading to a shocking conclusion.
5. Behind Closed Doors
Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris is a chilling novel about the seemingly perfect marriage of Jack and Grace. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that their life is far from idyllic, revealing dark secrets and a terrifying reality.
6. The Couple Next Door
The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena is a fast-paced thriller about Anne and Marco Conti, whose baby goes missing while they are at a dinner party next door. As the investigation progresses, shocking secrets come to light, testing their marriage and sanity.
7. Big Little Lies
Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty revolves around three women whose lives are intertwined by a school scandal. The novel explores themes of domestic violence, friendship, and the lies we tell to protect ourselves, all leading up to a dramatic climax.
8. Sharp Objects
Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn follows journalist Camille Preaker as she returns to her hometown to cover a series of brutal murders. As she digs deeper, she uncovers dark secrets about her own family, making for a disturbing and compelling read.
9. The Woman in the Window
The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn is a psychological thriller about Anna Fox, an agoraphobic woman who believes she has witnessed a crime in her neighbor’s house. As she tries to piece together what happened, her own sanity is called into question.
10. The Wife Between Us
The Wife Between Us by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen is a twisty tale of love, obsession, and betrayal. The story is told from multiple perspectives, keeping readers guessing about who can be trusted and what is real.
11. The Perfect Stranger
The Perfect Stranger by Megan Miranda follows Leah Stevens, a journalist who relocates to a small town and becomes embroiled in a mystery when her friend goes missing. As she investigates, she realizes she may not know her friend—or herself—as well as she thought.
12. The Last Mrs. Parrish
The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine is a psychological thriller about Amber Patterson, who sets her sights on infiltrating the life of the wealthy and glamorous Daphne Parrish. As Amber’s plan unfolds, shocking secrets and twists emerge, making for a riveting read.
13. The Breakdown
The Breakdown by B.A. Paris follows Cass, who is plagued by guilt after witnessing a car breakdown and later learning the driver was murdered. As she starts to forget things and receive mysterious calls, she questions her own sanity and the people around her.
14. The Other Woman
The Other Woman by Sandie Jones is a psychological thriller about Emily, who falls in love with Adam only to find herself in a battle of wits with his manipulative mother. The tension builds to a shocking climax that will leave readers breathless.
15. The Girl Before
The Girl Before by J.P. Delaney is a psychological thriller about two women who move into a minimalist, high-tech house with strict rules. As they uncover the home’s dark history, they realize they are being manipulated in ways they never imagined.
16. The Wife
The Wife by Alafair Burke is a gripping tale about Angela, whose husband is accused of a terrible crime. As she stands by him, she must confront her own dark past and the secrets she has been keeping, leading to a suspenseful and surprising conclusion.
These 16 books will surely satisfy your craving for psychological thrillers with intricate plots and unforgettable characters. Happy reading!