top suspense novels 2022

If you're a fan of thrilling suspense novels, you're in luck for 2022! This year promises a lineup of gripping page-turners that will keep you on the edge of your seat. From psychological thrillers to crime mysteries, here are some top suspense novels to look out for in 2022:

1. "The Silent Patient" by Alex Michaelides: This psychological thriller took the literary world by storm when it was first released and continues to captivate readers. The story follows Alicia Berenson, a famous painter who mysteriously stops speaking after shooting her husband. With a twist-filled plot and complex characters, this novel will leave you guessing until the very end.

2. "The Sanatorium" by Sarah Pearse: Set in a remote Swiss ski resort, this atmospheric thriller brings together mystery, isolation, and danger. When a detective on leave visits her estranged brother at a converted sanatorium, she becomes embroiled in a chilling case involving dark history and secret guests. Prepare for a heart-pounding read as secrets unravel and tension builds.

3. "Mirrorland" by Carole Johnstone: This gripping debut novel blurs the line between reality and imagination. Twins Cat and El created Mirrorland, a vivid imaginary world, as a means of escape. But when their mother mysteriously disappears, Cat returns to unravel the truth behind their shared childhood. With its haunting atmosphere and intricate plot, this psychological suspense is a must-read.

4. "The Maidens" by Alex Michaelides: From the author of "The Silent Patient" comes another enthralling psychological thriller. Mariana, a group therapist, becomes convinced that one of her students is responsible for a string of murders on campus. As she delves into the dark secrets of a secret society, the tension rises, and the lines between truth and obsession blur.

As you dive into these suspenseful novels in 2022, I recommend exploring online platforms such as Goodreads, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble for reader reviews, author interviews, and a wide selection of similar titles. These websites offer a treasure trove of information to enhance your reading experience and help you discover other thrilling novels to add to your collection.

Remember, the joy of suspense novels lies in the unexpected twists and turns, so buckle up and get ready for an exhilarating reading adventure in 2022!
Good morning, classmate Huo. Fiction
Good morning, classmate Huo.

One day, Yu Sangzhi received a message from a male classmate: "Fengge wants you to go to the small grove near the North Gate after school!" "Fengge" refers to Huo Feng, a notorious troublemaker in the school who often skips classes and gets into fights. Terrified, Yu Sangzhi sought help from the class teacher. After school, the class teacher arrived at the small grove with a broom in hand and dragged out Huo Feng... and gave him a good beating. The class teacher shouted, "You brat! How dare you warn our excellent student! If you dare to bully her, I'll make sure you regret it!" Huo Feng stammered, "It's a misunderstanding! I just wanted to pursue her!" The class teacher

70.67 Million words | 2021-04-01 19:45Update

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Infinite Journey Fiction
Infinite Journey

Some say that when God closes a door for you, He also opens another one. But who knows if the so-called "God" opening that other door for you will be the gate to a hell scarier than death... Sea monsters, zombies, vengeful spirits... In the face of a terrifying journey of infinite cycles, struggle, growth, and becoming stronger! Will you be the companion who joins me in creating miracles?

85.45 Million words | 2021-02-25 16:55Update

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Provincial Party Committee Fiction
Provincial Party Committee

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147.65 Million words | 2022-04-03 00:36Update

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The Game of Life in the End Times Fiction
The Game of Life in the End Times

Jiang Buqi, who has lived in the apocalypse for eleven years, returned to the beginning of the catastrophe. When he saw zombies and mutated beasts all over the world, he was no longer scared, but rather excited. In his previous life, he failed to become one of the first batch of evolvers, which caused him to lag behind at every step. In this life, he will rely on his abundant experience to forge a path for himself and his brothers who live and die together. Not only does he need to make up for the regrets of his previous life, but he also has to deal with various epic characters that will soon appear on Earth. Drinking with Wu Song, battling with Lu Bu, engaging in trickeries with Song Jiang, fighting alongside Zhao Zilong to kill zombies - this post-apocalyptic world is like a captivating puzzle, resembling a game-like Earth.

579.44 Million words | 2022-07-24 14:14Update

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The Judge Fiction
The Judge

In the year 2009, at the age of nineteen, I found myself caught up in an extremely rare criminal case, named the "Boxed Corpse Birthday Case." It was on a completely different level compared to the recent cemented corpse case in the Hong Kong area, involving elements of dismemberment with grinding wheels and gouging of the eyes. The identity of the deceased troubled me deeply... Xiao Ming has already completed two serialized novels, and for those who are interested, you can check them out. "Death Message:" http://www.heiyan.com/book/ "Death Note:" http://www.heiyan.com/book/

269.09 Million words | 2021-10-20 07:44Update

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Stellar Hunter Fiction
Stellar Hunter

In the era of interstellar travel, mankind has established a vast empire among the brilliant stars! A young boy from the lowest rungs of society unintentionally encounters a lost soul devoid of magical powers, and thus gets entangled in the internal conflicts of alien civilizations. By a stroke of luck, he embarks on the stage of interstellar adventure. The secrets of the Zhan Ying clan, the ambitions of the Bo Jiang civilization, and the battle for survival space between humans and aliens. In the boundless sea of stars, who will rise and who will fall!

2.88 Million words | 2021-05-12 12:24Update

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Tiger Guard Iron Army Fiction
Tiger Guard Iron Army

Scenes of war and gun smoke, with continuous battles! The brave warrior fights alone, as the last line of defense. This is a vast and realistic anti-war novel, starting from the Shanghai front, depicting the arduous journey of a soldier who loses his memory after being knocked unconscious by an exploding shell. Here, we witness the indomitable spirit of countless Chinese men, the united struggle of iron and blood, as well as the dark factional struggles and bloody, dirty transactions within the Nationalist and Communist armies. As he sees each of his comrades fall and realizes the absence of familiar faces around him, he swears to eliminate every Japanese aggressor

345.57 Million words | 2020-08-26 09:14Update

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Thriller Diary Fiction
Thriller Diary

That day, I went to an all-night internet cafe with my friends and felt something was off.

448.16 Million words | 2021-12-23 16:22Update

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The number one career fan in the entertainment industry. Fiction
The number one career fan in the entertainment industry.

New book "The Film Emperor Forces Me to Study" has been released, please recommend and collect! Xiao Ziqing vs. Gu Nanche. Your film emperor is coming~ Mo Yuchen, the top male lead. Su Wennan, the young double-tier film queen. Everyone believes that Su Wennan dislikes Mo Yuchen, to the point of hatred, but little do they know that this current popular

490.20 Million words | 2020-07-08 22:57Update

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Emperor's Calamity: Solely Doting on the Enchanting Cold Consort Fiction
Emperor's Calamity: Solely Doting on the Enchanting Cold Consort

"Produced by Yushui Huamen: A story of revenge and a strong-willed woman! She was once the daughter of a prime minister, and her lover was the beloved son of the emperor! However, overnight, her world turned upside down as she became the daughter of a criminal, witnessing the death of her loved ones... Swearing revenge, the life of the highest authority is within her grasp, but what she desires is more than just his life! Until she thought her beloved had died in battle

177.88 Million words | 2021-08-10 06:17Update

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Chaos of the Beautiful Dream Fiction
Chaos of the Beautiful Dream

A female student, borrowing a corpse to revive her soul, found herself in a place similar to the ancient era of warring states. Possessing an extraordinary appearance that defied gender stereotypes, she also had a fiancé with a deep-seated grudge against her father's murderer. Amidst the turmoil, she was abducted by the most powerful figure of that era! The warring states, an era bloody, splendid, and radiant like poppy flowers. Here, battle cries echoed, women were treated as playthings, severed heads were gifts, and heroes were as common as grass. In this era, there were the strongest men, sharp swords, brilliant cultures, as well as beautiful and short-lived women. The female protagonist, with her modern consciousness, unwittingly became a pawn in the games of different factions. In a time where even life cannot be preserved, how can she maintain her true self? In an era filled with formidable individuals, the protagonist, unwilling to be manipulated at will, embarks on a solitary path of defiance against the world. For friends who enjoy this book, we now have a supergroup! The previous group will be terminated within two weeks. The group number for the supergroup is: [please insert the group number]. Let's act quickly, everyone. Password: Please write the name of the male lead character in any novel by Lin Jiacheng. Lin Jiacheng...

308.31 Million words | 2020-09-05 12:40Update

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Wife Resides in the Top Rank Fiction
Wife Resides in the Top Rank

This is a story of a supporting character slowly transforming into the main character. A cliché beginning, where the husband of many years sparks a 'true love' with his own sister, begging the wife, the older sister, to step aside and give her blessings. A bizarre process unfolds, as the older sister is moved by the true love between her husband and younger sister, and decides to step aside. However, tragedy strikes when the husband gets into a car accident and becomes paralyzed, while the younger sister ends up in a mental asylum. An unexpected ending awaits, as the older sister, who should have taken a bow and left the stage, ends up inheriting all the wealth and suddenly finds herself transported to another world. Inhabiting the body of a supporting character who craves prosperity, she realizes that no one can choose their birth mother, but they can choose their life path. She faces adversity fearlessly, knowing that her fate is in her hands. Embracing a secluded life, selecting a husband, and refusing to be taken advantage of in this life, she becomes the "vicious" supporting character who fears no one. "Hey, hey, older sister, you go your own way in the sunshine, and I'll cross my wooden bridge without any disturbance, okay?" "Hey, hey, older sister, did I toss your child into a well in my previous life?" This story takes place in an imaginary world and marks the author's first attempt at writing in such a setting. Your support is greatly appreciated. Special thanks to Gu Xiao for creating the cover, I really love it.

144.58 Million words | 2021-03-11 19:27Update

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There is a female ghost in my body. Fiction
There is a female ghost in my body.

His name is Xia Tian, from a remote rural area. After graduating from university, he stayed in the city to work. Her name is Han, originally an underworld ghost tasked with capturing vengeful spirits and malevolent ghosts. Due to an unexpected accident, Han became trapped inside Xia Tian's body and could not escape. From then on, the two souls, one male and one female, shared the same physical existence. What other stories will unfold for them? In the meantime, Xia Tian, taking Han's place, became the only Hell's ghost runner with a physical body.

444.83 Million words | 2020-08-04 14:15Update

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My Villainous Career Fiction
My Villainous Career

On the eve of the college entrance examination, Zhang Haoyu, the underachiever in our class, was unexpectedly possessed by a mysterious villain system. From then on, he defied fate and embarked on his legendary career as a villain. In the world of "Deer and the Cauldron," I am Zheng Keshuang; in the world of "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer," I am Tian Boguang. In the world of "The Legend

377.49 Million words | 2022-07-11 02:03Update

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Explosive God of Heaven Fiction
Explosive God of Heaven

The Earth was shrouded in fog, and planetary life emerged from the depths. The fragile Earth civilization was finally exposed to the gaze of countless races. In the next hundred years, it was supposed to be a history of human struggle filled with blood and fire... However, the plot completely changed the moment that man returned to the starting point... " "The survival of the f

283.69 Million words | 2022-01-04 17:43Update

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The King of Fusion in the End Times Fiction
The King of Fusion in the End Times

When the terrifying zombies suddenly appeared in his dream, Han Xiaotian, a junior student still in class, angrily raised his middle finger to the heavens, thinking, "Why did I dream of a million bucks but you didn't give it to me, and when I dreamt of zombies, you sent them to me?" However, when he discovered that he had acquired the same supernatural powers as in his dream after getting injured, Han Xiaotian became brimming with confidence. "Damn it, zombies dare to bite me? I'll assimilate you!" Assimilating the zombie virus! Assimilating supernatural attacks! Assimilating teleportation! Assimilating invisibility and flight! This is a story about an ordinary student on Earth who accidentally inherits the memories of an extraterrestrial powerhouse and is forced to fight against the extraterrestrial zombies who have come to Earth seeking revenge. It is an epic tale of strength. A new book is released, eagerly seeking recommendations and collections!

412.98 Million words | 2021-08-16 08:56Update

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The Tree of Hope in the Apocalypse Fiction
The Tree of Hope in the Apocalypse

Encountering the apocalypse, Lin Ran Tong fortunately obtained a unique spatial ability, with a magical tree of hope inside the space. Thus, she casually planted vegetables, raised a few chickens and ducks, took care of her son, made a few close friends, and together they sought survival in this difficult end-of-world, cherishing each moment. The old group is already full, for the new group number, welcome friends to visit, a book character's name is the key to knock on the door.

99.76 Million words | 2022-02-21 20:48Update

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Infinite Anime: Genius System Fiction
Infinite Anime: Genius System

Traversing in the world of anime, I engage in a decisive battle with King Arthur, only to be saved by Misaka Mikoto. Searching for the meaning of my own existence across countless timelines. I aspire to become a righteous companion! "Ding! Accepting guidance from the master of Instant Step, Yorozuya Shinmon, my Instant Step level increases to expert level." Rapidly acquiring all skills, this is the Genius System! Starting with "Angel Beats," followed by "Tokyo Ghoul," "Attack on Titan," "Assassination Classroom," "Akame ga Kill," "Bleach," "A Certain Magical Index," "Fate/Stay Night"...

101.87 Million words | 2022-01-02 21:10Update

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Rebirth of the Supporting Female Character in the Apocalypse Fiction
Rebirth of the Supporting Female Character in the Apocalypse

Recommendation: "Husband is always acting cute" by Bai Shuizhu. The ultimate waste making a comeback, while the aloof husband always acts cute. Parents tragically died, fiancé betrayed, and the only brother with special abilities was crippled. Fang Yuxin went from being a top-tier beauty to a miserable cannon fodder! Unexpectedly reborn back to the end times, Fang Yuxin only then realized that the step-sister who hated her to the bone was actually a time-traveler! And the emerald bracelet that the

147.74 Million words | 2022-11-02 01:25Update

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Frank enjoys playing StarCraft. Fiction
Frank enjoys playing StarCraft.

This is a masterpiece from the acclaimed real-time strategy game "StarCraft", with the background story depicting the conflicts among three vastly different races in the Koprulu Sector through the perspective of "Frank." It is an epic interstellar saga, so stay tuned... Come on! Dear fellow gamers, if you're tired from playing StarCraft, take a moment to feast your eyes on this awe-inspiring background story of the game! P.S.: This book is not about specific strategies for playing as the Terrans, Zerg, or Protoss; it solely focuses on the game's lore. P.S.: Let it serve as a commemoration of this timeless real-time strategy game that continues to captivate players worldwide after so many years.

506.43 Million words | 2022-04-14 08:00Update

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