best psychological fiction books

Are you a fan of psychological fiction books? If you're searching for the best novels that delve deep into the human mind, you've come to the right place. In this article, we will explore a range of gripping psychological fiction books that will keep you on the edge of your seat and engaged in the intricate workings of the human psyche.

1. "Gone Girl" by Gillian Flynn: This bestselling thriller by Gillian Flynn is a perfect blend of suspense, mystery, and psychological manipulation. Dive into the twisted minds of its complex characters as the story takes unexpected twists and turns.

2. "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins: This gripping psychological thriller is a true page-turner. Follow Rachel, an unreliable narrator, as she becomes entangled in a missing person investigation, unearthing dark secrets along the way.

3. "Shutter Island" by Dennis Lehane: Set in a psychiatric hospital on a remote island, this novel explores the blurred lines between reality and illusion. Prepare to be captivated by the mind games and shocking revelations that unfold within its pages.

4. "Sharp Objects" by Gillian Flynn: Another stellar psychological thriller by Gillian Flynn, "Sharp Objects" takes readers on a dark and twisted journey into the mind of a troubled reporter investigating a series of disturbing murders in her hometown.

5. "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides: This gripping debut novel follows the story of Alicia, a famous painter who remains silent after being accused of murdering her husband. Discover the shocking truth behind her silence as a psychotherapist sets out to unravel the mystery.

As you embark on your journey through these psychological fiction gems, keep in mind that the human mind is a complex and fascinating landscape. Prepare to have your perceptions challenged, your emotions stirred, and your curiosity piqued.

If you're searching for more recommendations or eager to explore the works of other talented authors in the genre, there are several reputable websites dedicated to psychological fiction literature. Goodreads, Amazon, and BookBub, among others, provide comprehensive listings, reviews, and personalized recommendations based on your reading preferences.

Remember, the beauty of psychological fiction lies in its ability to unravel the depths of the human experience. So sit back, relax, and allow these captivating novels to transport you into the intricacies of the human psyche. Happy reading!
The Poisoned Consort of the Ancient Tomb: The Stunning Commoner Pharmacologist Fiction
The Poisoned Consort of the Ancient Tomb: The Stunning Commoner Pharmacologist

On the wedding night, the groom became furious and abandoned her because she had no spiritual power and couldn't practice dual cultivation. As a low-born member of the prestigious Seven Wheel family, she became a disgrace to the clan and was brutally killed, while her mother, who kept her secret, was imprisoned in an icy lake. Three thousand years later, a ray of sunlight shone into the ancient tomb, surging with spiritual energy. The withered bones were rejuvenated, and she opened her eyes to see a tomb raider standing in front of her sarcophagus, mocking her lack of burial goods. Was it just a petty tomb raider who accidentally stumbled upon the tomb of a useless low-born girl? Or was it a late-blooming talented beauty who crossed paths with the Beast King, capable of summoning various divine beasts? Seeking revenge, the woman realized it's never too late after three thousand years of cultivation in seclusion. She vowed to challenge the two most powerful families in the Seven Wheel Continent, seeking vengeance and relying on the spiritual power throughout her body gained during her three thousand years of silence, as well as the rouge ring left to her by her mother. With her phoenix-like

2.60 Million words | 2021-01-08 04:46Update

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Ultimate migrant worker Fiction
Ultimate migrant worker

Liu Tian, a high school dropout, became a migrant worker in the city. By chance, he met a mysterious old man who taught him martial arts and arranged for him to become the bodyguard of a powerful gangster's daughter. From then on, Liu Tian embarked on a remarkable career as a badass bodyguard. If readers enjoy "The Ultimate Migrant Worker," please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo!

554.75 Million words | 2021-04-28 12:46Update

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Lady Qiu Fiction
Lady Qiu

With a mission in hand and dreams in her heart, she traversed through time and space. Cunning in strategy, knowledgeable in the mystical arts, skilled in playing the qin, and possessing formidable martial skills. Calm and quick-witted, she displayed astounding talent, orchestrating her plans without revealing any outward signs. .......................... PS: Author of the completed work "Vast Immortal Journey," rest assured, dear readers, this new work will deliver on its promise. Feel free to join the adventurous ride (*^__^*)

228.15 Million words | 2022-02-05 13:56Update

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Life Transformation Fiction
Life Transformation

An accident allowed him to control time and reverse his life. Don't be afraid of saying the wrong things, you can start over. Don't be afraid of making mistakes, you can start over. Don't be afraid of standing in the wrong line, you can still start over. And even if you hug the wrong beauty, you can add more wrongs. Welcome to join our QQ group.

272.35 Million words | 2020-07-24 12:01Update

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The dangerous dark lawyer Fiction
The dangerous dark lawyer

You said, the so-called beloved, is by the water's edge. Later, the withered lotus listened to the rain, longing for love in vain. "The Third Young Master of the Capital", finale. He is the pride of heaven, she is the mysterious lonely girl. She was sixteen, he was eighteen, and she came to his side. From then on, she lived the life of a housewife: carrying his schoolbag, cooking for him, accompanying him in studying and practicing calligraphy, doing his laundry, finding his socks, helping him chase after girlfriends... She accompanied him throughout his growth, from middle school to college graduation, witnessing countless times of his failed romances, and also witnessing his transformation from a problematic teenager into an outstanding young talent and legal elite. He never realized that the reason why he could persevere and move forward was because she had always been by his side, as long as he turned around, he could see her... Until later, when she had another man by her side, and they bid him farewell shoulder to shoulder, he narrowed his deep eyes and said lightly, "Okay, I wish you a smooth journey, disappearing halfway..." After three years, he had become a legend in the legal world, and she had returned from studying abroad as a young lawyer. He stared at her ringless ring finger and called her sister with a smile, "It seems like your

284.07 Million words | 2021-02-13 10:46Update

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The Chaos Phoenix Scheme Fiction
The Chaos Phoenix Scheme

He is the head of the Soul Breaker Hall, the first assassination organization, as well as the Crown Prince of the Eastern Realm; she is the chief protector of the Soul Breaker Hall. In order to cultivate her into the most exceptional assassin, he imparted all his knowledge and skills to her, spoiling and favoring her. He made exceptions and meticulously schemed to make her renowned throughout the world. She believed he was her benefactor and mentor, unaware that the person who would ultimately push her into the abyss of death was him. In the face of adversity, she emerged from the ashes, standing before him in the guise of an envoy from the enemy country, smiling as she said, "The days of Eastern Realm's dominance are over."

58.17 Million words | 2020-10-13 18:27Update

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Did the boss abdicate today? Fiction
Did the boss abdicate today?

She has been told since she was young that she has a fiance whom she has never seen and has never appeared in her memories. The fiance has always been her reason for rejecting others, and later the young miss of the Ling family was mistakenly believed to have fabricated it out of thin air. Unexpectedly, she really encountered him, but she just didn't know. "I heard that you have a fiance?" Ling Jingyi straightened her back and exuded a strong aura, "It's not hearsay, it's true." "Do you like him?" At that time, she spoke her true feelings, "I don't like him." The man raised an eyebrow and looked at her, with a poker face, "Then, break up with him." ... [Beauty Coach vs. Mysterious Tycoon]

315.78 Million words | 2020-07-04 22:14Update

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Wolf King Special Agent Fiction
Wolf King Special Agent

Wang Tiechui, the killer army king who crawled out of the wolf's den, ended his eight-year mercenary career and returned to H City, hoping to live a fairy-like life, surrounded by beautiful women and striving to create a family... Little did he know, ever since he accidentally saved a Chinese special agent, he has been plagued with troubles every day, and unexpected dangers continue to find him. He witnessed his loved ones being inexplicably killed, his brothers in arms meeting unfortunate fates, and a variety of attractive women with perfect figures surrounding him. Can Wang Tiechui, who is known as the unparalleled king with a thousand faces, remain calm?... Please read——The Wolf Lord's life motto: "When it's time to take action, not taking action is a waste of being a man of seven feet tall! A man who doesn't fantasize about beautiful women is truly pure in heart!"

32.96 Million words | 2021-02-23 04:30Update

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A genius filled with insane chuunibyo Fiction
A genius filled with insane chuunibyo

A presence that leaves world leaders trembling at the top of the world, he is an intellect surpassing even Einstein. His inventions have thrown the world into chaos, and his wisdom sends chills down people's spines. In the eyes of the masses, he is a demon, he is a madman. With a snap of his fingers, he can bring a small nation to its knees, and with a wave of his hand, he can transform a small nation into a superpower. He is like Pandora's box, filled with infinite charm, but no one dares to touch it. He is not a puppet to be controlled, and no one knows what his thoughts are. Opening him up could bring either light or destruction! He is the awe-inspiring, cool, and extraordinary genius, Fenglin! A presence that drives countless people crazy and instills fear. And where is he now? The answer is, at home, watching anime! Yes, this terrifying presence that leaves people weak at the knees is at home, acting cute and watching anime!!!

6.86 Million words | 2021-03-22 09:33Update

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Arrogant Male Lead in the Crisis of the End Times. Fiction
Arrogant Male Lead in the Crisis of the End Times.

Lan Yuxi accidentally fell into the post-apocalyptic future... Faced with ubiquitous mutant plants and rampant high-level zombies, Lan Yuxi felt like she had stepped into the world of Plants vs. Zombies, but the adorable plants had all turned traitor, allying themselves with the zombies. Exciting scene: "Ah~~~ you, you actually!" a certain woman covered her chest and shamelessly opened her mouth. "I... I didn't mean to!" a certain man vigorously shook his hand that he wanted to chop off immediately, his face turning purple as he explained. "I don't care, you have to take responsibility for me." the certain woman started to act shamelessly. "You... can't even think about it!" the certain man gritted his teeth and refused to compromise. "Ah~~~ help! There's someone here, ugh..." unabashedly, the certain woman shouted loudly. "Shameless! Fine, I agree." the certain man's face turned grim, covering the certain shameless one's mouth in resignation.

221.12 Million words | 2023-04-05 09:03Update

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The Commercial Empire in the Flower Thicket Fiction
The Commercial Empire in the Flower Thicket

Liu Yuefan, an ordinary technician, gradually found himself immersed in the passion of love after a typical illness. With the wave of reform, he also became a small business owner. It was an era of madness, a time when gods surged, a time of creating miracles, but also a time of confusion. After realizing his true identity, Liu Yuefan embarked on a journey to build his own commercial and beauty empire with a book given by a Taoist priest. Unburdened by societal constraints, one beautiful girl after another joined his empire as he deftly walked the path of creating wonders. He treated the women around him as loyal and competent generals, driven by a love even greater than that of God, propelling them towards their collective commercial glory. Though proud and arrogant, Liu Yuefan was constantly presented with opportunities. He had an open mind towards friends and was merciless towards enemies. Aside from his deep affection and tolerance towards the women and friends by his side, he did not seek fame or glory through indiscriminate love. As his business empire reached the pinnacle of glory, he drifted away with the woman from his previous life, returning to the kingdom that rightfully belonged to him, the kingdom of gods.

503.09 Million words | 2021-08-19 03:01Update

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He came from the stars as a movie king. Fiction
He came from the stars as a movie king.

Yang Tuo, the chief designer of the Interstellar Federation's AI brain, had the biggest dream of becoming an actor. However, the war between the Federation and the Insectoid race had been raging for five hundred years, leading to the complete cancellation of all entertainment activities. On the day the war finally ended, he thought he would have a chance to venture into the entertainment industry, but instead, he found himself transported into another world...

114.30 Million words | 2023-01-15 20:02Update

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The Ultimate Farming Family Fiction
The Ultimate Farming Family

Once upon a time, I time-traveled and had a bunch of insufferable relatives. My father was addicted to gambling, my grandmother was sharp-tongued and mean, my uncle was constantly scheming for money, and my three aunts were all formidable in their own ways. What? Sold me off? And to some old man?! Life on the farm was full of trivialities. I had endless fun fighting against these insufferable relatives. What? You saved me so I have to marry you? How is that even possible? If you want me to marry you, then beat me in a fight first! This story tells the rebirth of a time-traveling woman who fights against her insufferable relatives and achieves success. Follow the journey of an unscrupulous and domineering heroine! Witness how a tough woman is molded! ................... This story is adapted from the true story of Chrysanthemum Tea. Special thanks to Editor Cong for creating the cover. Many thanks! Please refer to the author information for the QQ group of this book.

32.75 Million words | 2022-11-29 20:44Update

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Love and Marriage: The Icy Boss Spoils to the Heavens Fiction
Love and Marriage: The Icy Boss Spoils to the Heavens

He is a well-known handsome and rich man, and she is a willful and spoiled fallen beauty. In order to save her father's hard work, she had to sign a lifelong contract. On their wedding night, a certain man said, "You cannot climb onto my bed!" "You are not allowed to talk to me in the company!" "You cannot publicly say that I am your husband!" But five years later, a certain man begged and pleaded and said, "Wife, I want to hold you in my arms!" "Wife, come to my company and find me." "Wife, call me husband."

166.96 Million words | 2020-08-06 21:39Update

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Rebirth: One Lifetime of Singing Fiction
Rebirth: One Lifetime of Singing

In her previous life, she was an awe-inspiring female military strategist, riding proudly in her fresh attire, and admired by all. But due to her mistaken love for someone, her family was destroyed, and she endured the cruel punishment of bones being picked apart. In the blink of an eye, her soul was extinguished, only to be reborn five years ago. This time, she will no longer bow to the nation, but rather, she will do everything in her power to protect her family. When the scum from her previous life comes to attack her, she smirks with disdain, waiting to see who will emerge victorious, who will live, and who will die. Upon unexpectedly discovering that all the events of her previous life were orchestrated by someone, and finding herself still entangled in a game of chess, can she break free from the tragedy of the past, and rise as the one in control? Witness how a renowned military strategist's legitimate daughter manipulates the battlefield, and dances to the tune of a magnificent era.

110.47 Million words | 2021-10-14 02:26Update

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Warlord Fiction
Warlord

When I was young and ignorant, I bullied a girl who was stealing in my small shop... It is said that many powerful figures are born from humble origins, only those who start from scratch can bear the pain and be willing to overthrow the emperor. That year, I endured humiliation like a dog carrying heavy burdens, just like a fierce tiger lying in the wild, hiding my claws and enduring in order to one day reign over the world! That year, I started from nothing, alone in the capital city, with the momentum of a mighty dragon crossing the river, manipulating the circumstances with ease, aiming to be remembered by everyone!

337.54 Million words | 2022-08-03 10:22Update

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The female protagonist asks for an official relationship. Fiction
The female protagonist asks for an official relationship.

Warm sweet story. Two individuals embark on a sweet path of forbidden love, overcoming the boundaries of being siblings. From a young age, Song Nianchu grew up in different relatives' homes, fostering a stubborn nature. Even when she later had a highly esteemed figure as a stepfather, she remained indifferent, turning away without a second glance. Only towards Song Yanheng, she willingly and obediently called him "brother". The reason is simple, Song Yanheng treated her well. This reason alone was enough for Song Nianchu, who had always craved affection, to keep Song Yanheng in her heart for a lifetime.

78.70 Million words | 2022-06-08 21:36Update

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The Vengeful Innocence of Heaven Fiction
The Vengeful Innocence of Heaven

Book Club: Have you ever seen such a naturally beautiful boy? No, right... By the way, can you believe that I'm actually a boy? Why would I lie to you? This is actually a tragic (and humorous) story about how a fake loli constantly mooches off others while trying to win over girls, but ends up becoming a real loli in the end.

457.50 Million words | 2023-02-17 21:54Update

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Cute Baby Wanted: The Pricey Runaway Wife Fiction
Cute Baby Wanted: The Pricey Runaway Wife

The rumored leader of the diamond dynasty shunned women, yet strangely had a five-year-old son who clamored for a mommy. All the women who came and went were relentlessly rejected. "Your legs are too thick, your chest too small, your waist not slim enough!" the adorable little one pointed and shook his head. The women felt frustrated... ...

202.04 Million words | 2021-12-17 11:32Update

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A scholar in the realm of demons Fiction
A scholar in the realm of demons

His name is Su Jin. He is a scholar, a demon, and the "immortality flower". Jiu Yu said, "Su Jin, you are the elixir of immortality for all people in the world. Those who possess it will never age, never die, and never perish. Only I, after touching you, cannot survive or seek death, my spirit and soul destroyed!" Su Jin said, "Fox, if one day you no longer want me, then devour me!" Even if it means death, I want to die in your belly.

540.45 Million words | 2022-05-06 20:06Update

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