Best Mystery Fiction Novels to Read in 2022 Are you a fan of mystery fiction and on the hunt for the best novels to delve into in 2022? Look no further! In this article, we will explore some of the most highly recommended mystery fiction books that are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat all year long. 1. "The Maidens" by Alex Michaelides: Renowned author Alex Michaelides, known for his gripping psychological thrillers, returns with yet another masterpiece. Set against the backdrop of a prestigious Cambridge University, this novel follows a group of elite students and their involvement in a series of murders. With its captivating plot twists and complex characters, "The Maidens" is a must-read for any mystery enthusiast. 2. "Project Hail Mary" by Andy Weir: From the bestselling author of "The Martian" comes a thrilling science fiction mystery. In "Project Hail Mary," astronaut Ryland Grace wakes up aboard a spaceship with no memory of how he got there. As he unravels the mystery behind his mission and the fate of humanity, readers will be enthralled by Weir's unique blend of scientific accuracy and gripping storytelling. 3. "The Sanatorium" by Sarah Pearse: Immerse yourself in the chilling atmosphere of Sarah Pearse's debut novel, "The Sanatorium." Set in an isolated hotel located in the Swiss Alps, this psychological thriller takes readers on a journey of dark secrets, untold histories, and a relentless killer. Prepare to be captivated by Pearse's atmospheric writing and the haunting setting that adds an extra layer of suspense to the story. 4. "The Plot" by Jean Hanff Korelitz: If you're looking for a unique blend of mystery and literary fiction, "The Plot" should be at the top of your list. This novel follows Jake, a washed-up author who steals a plot from one of his students after her untimely death. As Jake's success grows, he becomes increasingly haunted by the truth behind the stolen plot. With its thought-provoking exploration of the ethics and consequences of plagiarism, Jean Hanff Korelitz crafts a captivating and suspenseful narrative. For further recommendations and a vast collection of mystery fiction, websites like Goodreads and BookRiot offer a plethora of user-generated book lists and reviews. These platforms provide valuable insights into readers' opinions and can help you discover more hidden gems within the genre. In conclusion, 2022 offers an exciting lineup of mystery fiction novels that are bound to satisfy your craving for suspense and intrigue. Whether you prefer psychological thrillers, science fiction mysteries, or atmospheric tales, there's a book for everyone. So grab a cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and embark on a thrilling literary adventure with these recommended novels. Happy reading!
There are four little-known special cities in China that are just as complete as ordinary cities, but they cannot be found on maps or in administrative divisions. These cities are the abandoned nuclear industrial cities. Among them, there is one city that cannot be found on maps, and it serves as the prototype for this story. It not only possesses natural mysterious genes but also has a strong sense of visual imagery.
58.90 Million words | 2023-03-13 09:27Update
For brotherhood, he fought valiantly against the odds. For love, he battled heavens and imprisoned gods... Lou Yeyu, born with five souls, trained in the arts of Xuanmen and practiced forbidden dark magic. He obtained the ghost fire of hell and became the creator of the Five Soul Dao. Defying fate, he married a zombie bride, and on their wedding night, amidst an ambush, he raised his sword and stained the world with blood. This is a deeply moving love story and a legendary tale of the clash between the world's most powerful beings. In a world of love, hatred, and fate, do not mock my audacity. I am not audacious, for what is the meaning of the Dao...
175.29 Million words | 2022-09-04 06:23Update
When the day comes for inter-dimensional travel, soaring to success no longer seems like a dream. Perhaps one can learn the most advanced martial arts or even the spell for flying on a sword. Witnessing the conflicts and power struggles of the rivers and lakes... Inter-dimensional travel, everything becomes so unimaginable; everything starts from teaching Tian Boguang the art of picking up girls!
9.96 Million words | 2020-08-31 17:11Update
New pit, live a colorful immortal life~~ Welcome to jump~~ Afu feels that in this life, she is destined to always be replaced. When something good happens, she is always replaced by others. When something bad happens, she always replaces others. Continuously being replaced, she ends up in the imperial palace. Her wish is to see less, hear less, and speak less, and peacefully survive until leaving the palace, find a honest and obedient man to marry, and live a good life in her later years. Simple wishes are repeatedly challenged, seeing things she shouldn't see, hearing things she shouldn't hear - and even saying things she shouldn't say. The person she is going to marry is not the way she first envisioned! However, perhaps the beauty of life lies in the fact that we do not know the future...
59.72 Million words | 2022-05-20 10:25Update
My name is Luo Yu, and it rained heavily the day I first met you. My name is Luo Xue, simply because - you are called Luo Yu. He is an orphan, abandoned at birth and taken in by a master who taught him Buddhism. Despite his exceptional intelligence, his master believed he lacked the heart of a Buddhist and ordered him to leave the mountain and protect a newborn girl. Only with his protection could she live beyond the age of eighteen. And indeed, with him by her side, her life was smooth sailing until their admission to university when she turned seventeen.
315.72 Million words | 2023-03-30 10:12Update
Half-burnt photograph, an empty check of ten thousand yuan, and a complete loss of memory and belongings - who is she? Lost in the mountains and pursued by criminals, she supports him, injured, step by step through the icy terrain, stumbling countless times. He says, 'Put me down and go find help.' She replies, 'I will never leave you behind.' False parents, bizarre methods, deep hypnosis - misunderstandings lead them apart, she finds herself in danger, chased by unknown assailants, and with no options left, she finds him again, their reunion filled with complex emotions. He says, 'Danger or not, I'll stand by your side.' She says, 'Perhaps it's a one-way journey.' He says, 'I will bring you home.' She smiles, radiant as a flower. With mysterious events, a murder case, deceitful parents, and deep hypnosis, as they delve into the truth of their astonishing origins, can they remain together until the end?
67.68 Million words | 2020-08-20 15:13Update
Heartless possesses the ability to live forever. When he descends from the mountain, he discovers that the world has changed and it is now the time of the Republic of China. Heartless encounters Moon, a girl who is on the run from a forced marriage. To survive, the two of them join forces to capture ghosts in the house of warlord Gu. However, they accidentally release a sealed demon, Yue Qiluo. Qiluo is deeply in love with Heartless, and they engage in a brutal struggle and chase. In the end, Qiluo designs a plan to kill Moon, the woman Heartless loves. Heartbroken and enraged, Heartless sacrifices himself to reseal Qiluo. He bids farewell to his friend Gu and departs alone...
233.13 Million words | 2020-12-25 22:32Update
On the day of her marriage, she died unjustly only to be reborn as the immortal Red Flower Fairy. To her despair, she witnesses her betrothed marrying another woman. But fate has a different plan for her... PS: Complex and intertwined plot, no need to understand it all.
296.00 Million words | 2021-02-20 17:33Update
(Strongly recommend the new novel "The Overbearing CEO: Darling, Behave!") He is the powerful and domineering CEO of a vast empire, arrogant and self-centered. With his cold and abstinent nature, he suddenly decided to keep her by his side, gradually protecting her as a habit and obsessively doting on her. The deep and passionate love rooted in his bones made it impossible for her to escape. He said, "I allow you to be willful, but you must be willful within the limits I permit. You gave yourself to me as a birthday gift back then, and in this lifetime, you are mine! From head to toe, you belong to me! Even a single strand of hair is mine!" 【Male lead is upright, there are no love triangles or misunderstandings, unconditional pampering】
190.85 Million words | 2023-04-07 16:27Update
Recommendation for Chenchen's new book 'The Heartfelt Favor from the Emperor: Girl, Grab the Red Envelope'. She, carefree foodie, unexpectedly transmigrated into the fat miss with deep grudges. He, the first young master of a powerful force, a sly and elegant figure, chosen as a saint, but only bows down to her. With an overbearing crossing, her slogan is 'If you are sister's, don't move; if you are not sister's, leave it there for sister!'... Witness how a domineering foodie encounters a mysterious emperor, how love sparks ignite, stirring up a storm on the Lingbao Continent, how they love and fight, a love-hate relationship on the brink of life and death...
501.43 Million words | 2021-09-04 17:29Update
The book revolves around a death penalty case, portraying the noble image of a prosecution prosecutor pursuing fairness and justice. Through a gripping and suspenseful development of the case, it highlights various issues in China's current criminal justice system, provoking profound thoughts. The author aims to enlighten the public's understanding of the rule of law in a modern way, particularly challenging the deep-rooted notion of 'an eye for an eye' mindset towards the death penalty, advocating forgiveness, rationality, and compassion as modern civilized values. This novel serves as a solid foundation for advancing China's modern legal civilization and ultimately achieving the abolition of the death penalty.
35.22 Million words | 2021-02-24 00:42Update
Waking up from a nap, the rebels stormed into the palace and she became the princess of a fallen kingdom. She was only 10 years old that year. The rebel vice general took her back to his residence, where she suppressed her deep resentment and grew up quietly and indifferently. Three years later, she became even more alluring and enchanting. He cherished her like a precious gem, but she never forgot her desire for vengeance against her destroyed country. One day, she was forced into a political marriage and became a substitute bride, marrying a powerful warlord from the northern barbarians. In the land of the northern barbarians, she encountered the domineering prince who had taken her first kiss when she was 10 years old. She thought she was strong enough, but she couldn't cut off the tangled relationship with the prince. In this unparalleled love, who betrayed whom? Who owed whom? Having gone through desolate years, some were left with bitterness and some with sighs... The Bride Trilogy For "The Commander's Bride," click → → http://mm.motie.com/book/ For "The Prince's Bride," click → → http://mm.motie.com/book/ Tang'en Reader's Group → → (To join the group, use the password: Motie ID name) (No authors allowed)
71.22 Million words | 2021-09-20 13:22Update
A comedy police officer travels back in time and becomes the second young lady of the Ren family. She wants to live a peaceful life but ends up being exiled with her whole family. To make matters worse, the poor boy who was rejected by her predecessor and was supposed to escort them on the journey is now in charge... The journey of exile is filled with joy as the time-traveling police officer becomes a frustrated female prisoner, while the boy transforms from a poor youth to a master. Together, they create a legendary life with their love-hate relationship. The female lead is carefree, violent, and optimistic, while the male lead is passionate and cunning, a loyal servant capable of anything.
167.06 Million words | 2022-10-06 05:00Update
[【Red Sleeve Reading - First Global Essay Contest】Submission] (The new book "Quick Transmigration: Your Boss Has Arrived" is a sister version of this book, you can check it out) The Great Demon King Xihua Zun has recently realized that she has been deceived. Other people's significant others are all cool and domineering, but why is hers always gentle and cute? Well, it seems that she didn't notice the hidden scheming behind this sweet appearance. So, she earnestly tried to spoil someone, only to realize in the end that she is the one who is always being spoiled. As for cuteness, someone once said that if being a bit cute means having a wife, then it's not a big deal. (The female protagonist, in order to not be rejected in various worlds, has to change her personality. After all, life relies on acting skills, right? It's not split personality! Role-playing is also a kind of fun, isn't it?)
508.90 Million words | 2021-07-28 20:15Update
【【云起现实题材征文大赛】Competition Entry】How long does it take to truly understand a person? And how long does it take to understand a relationship? Without firsthand experience, no one knows...
173.75 Million words | 2022-02-11 23:41Update
She accidentally traveled to ancient times and became the daughter of a treacherous minister without a caring mother. He proposed marriage, but on their wedding night, he ignited the palace sand on her and said, 'Being this king's consort means enduring loneliness.' Hmph, she doesn't want to hang herself on one tree. She will try other trees around. She will find an opportunity to leave him and embark on the path of entrepreneurship. The prince is looking for her, saying that without a divorce letter, she is still his princess. A charming swordsman invites her to laugh proudly in the martial arts world. Even after the crown prince ascends the throne, he is waiting for her, claiming that she is the only one qualified to sit on the queen's throne. NND, this is getting complicated. Which one should she choose? This story is purely imagination, hope readers won't take it too seriously. The author is focused on writing and won't be bothered. The author is greedy and wants votes, collections, clicks, and rewards. Even bricks, the author wants them all. The helmet is ready, ready to receive the golden bricks from dear readers. Thank you for the beautiful cover made by an anonymous artist, love it so much.
136.81 Million words | 2023-01-02 07:21Update
Husband of one's own choosing, harmonious in-laws, and a promising future to look forward to. So, the first thing Tang Mei does after transmigrating is to transform herself from a married woman to a single one... PS: The title may sound lively, but it's actually a serious light-hearted story of home and career. New book 'Family Happiness' has been released, please add to your collection and recommend!
3.49 Million words | 2022-10-08 13:00Update
He is an arrogant and domineering prodigy, while she is a merchant's daughter with a vendetta. When he meets her... He says, 'Lady, marry me!' She says, 'I am a cunning merchant and you are a prince.' He says, 'Princes are broke, not even beggars!' If you want to make money, I'll pave the way for you!' She says, 'I am wicked, aren't you afraid I might harm you one day?' He says, 'I have spent my life tormenting others, so I also want to experience being tormented by someone.' She says, 'I never leave room for mercy. Those who offend me meet an even worse fate than death!' He rolls up his sleeves and says, 'Where are those who offend you? Watch me skin them, pluck their tendons, suck their marrow, drink their blood, explode their flesh, and stir-fry their innards!'
28.76 Million words | 2023-05-05 00:23Update
New Blue Star is a planet where humans have migrated, worshiping speed and placing themselves above everything else. Clones and robots suffer greatly in this society. If the flaws of humanity make the inhabitable planet uninhabitable, the Shalong project aims to artificially create a new star! Shalong, a thousand-year-old tradition, is half farming and half commercial. As the F Interstellar Formula Race approaches, Shalong accidentally boards the Thief Ship, Freedom, designed by the technological genius Dr. Mael. From then on, Shalong manages his own thieves' den. Utilizing high technology, he returns to Earth, the long-lost homeland of the people of New Blue Star, and creates a new planet to withstand the invasion of the Avengers Alliance, who possess extraterrestrial civilization!
143.34 Million words | 2022-09-20 03:25Update
Wuling'er, a professional web writer and a dedicated otaku, inherits her mother's witch bloodline and summons a pet worm. Suddenly entangled in a series of mysterious events and encountering countless handsome men, Wuling'er gains another witch pet: a hairless bird. As a beauty enthusiast, Wuling'er is frustrated with her two extraordinary pets... but it seems like fate has more in store for her as more handsome witch pets keep appearing, such as the Peony King, the White Tiger Demon, the Water Moon Fox Fairy, and the Twin Witch Pet Xuanwu. Meanwhile, the worm and the bird also undergo marvelous transformations, leading to a happy life for this otaku beauty enthusiast!
100.49 Million words | 2020-07-18 14:10Update
