Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box DSH1145

Secondhand Crime Fiction & Thriller Bargain Book Box

Dive into a world of high-stakes conspiracies, brilliant detectives, psychological suspense, and international intrigue with this curated collection. Featuring titans of the genre like John Grisham, Ian Rankin, and Dan Brown, this box offers twenty gripping narratives that span forensic investigation, shadowy espionage, and deeply personal quests for justice, guaranteeing months of heart-pounding reading material for any thriller enthusiast. Each book is secondhand and may show signs of wear.

1. Exit Music by Ian Rankin
   The end of the road is near for Detective Inspector John Rebus as he takes on his final case before retirement. A controversial Russian poet is found dead in Edinburgh, triggering a complex investigation that pulls Rebus into a web of political corruption and international business deals. This critically acclaimed thriller delivers a poignant farewell to one of crime fiction’s most enduring characters, forcing him to reckon with his legacy and the dark heart of the city he loves.

2. The Unquiet by John Connolly
   Private investigator Charlie Parker is drawn into the unsettling case of a wealthy New England woman whose daughter vanished years ago, a loss that seems to harbor dark family secrets. As Parker digs into the history of the deeply disturbed family, he uncovers links to a long-forgotten series of disappearances and a pervasive, menacing influence. This chilling entry expertly blends hard-boiled mystery with supernatural elements, testing the limits of Parker’s sanity and survival.

3. Hit by Tara Moss
   Former model Mak Vanderwall uses her sharp intuition and connections to navigate the dangerous, high-stakes world of elite crime and investigation in Sydney. When a routine assignment turns deadly, Mak finds herself targeted by powerful and ruthless individuals intent on silencing her. She must leverage every skill she possesses to uncover the truth and survive a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of society.

4. No Safe Place by Richard North Patterson
   An ambitious young defense attorney takes on a seemingly impossible case: defending a charismatic politician accused of the murder of his own wife. As the trial unfolds, the lawyer must confront hidden evidence and complex ethical dilemmas that threaten to derail the case and destroy his career. This gripping legal thriller explores the devastating intersection of ambition, power, and the terrifying sacrifices required for success in public life.

5. Into the Night by Sarah Bailey
   Detective Sergeant Gemma Woodstock takes on a troubling new case in her isolated hometown after a promising film student vanishes following an illicit encounter. The investigation forces Gemma to confront painful memories of her past while dealing with a tight-lipped community hiding dangerous secrets. As the lines between victim and suspect blur, Gemma realizes she is trapped in a deadly game where no one can truly be trusted.

6. The Almost Moon by Alice Sebold
   A dark, powerful psychological novel exploring the fractured mind of a woman immediately following an impulsive, terrible act involving her ailing, demanding mother. Narrated with unsettling candor, the story plunges into the complexities of profound family trauma, memory, and the unbearable weight of responsibility. Sebold crafts a raw and visceral look at the extremes of human emotion and the devastating consequences of suppressed desire.

7. Split Second by David Baldacci
   Former Secret Service agent Sean King is still haunted by the moment he failed to prevent the assassination of a presidential candidate years earlier, a failure that cost him everything. When a fellow disgraced agent, Michelle Maxwell, finds herself framed for a kidnapping with eerie similarities to his own past, the two form an unlikely and desperate partnership. They must race against time to expose a massive conspiracy that has manipulated their lives for years.

8. The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
   Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon is urgently summoned to the Louvre Museum after a curator is murdered, leaving behind a series of baffling codes and cryptic messages. Partnering with a gifted French cryptologist, Langdon follows a trail of clues hidden within Leonardo Da Vinci’s works that lead them deep into a historical conspiracy involving the Holy Grail and powerful ancient organizations. They must unlock the secrets before a shocking truth destroys centuries of established faith.

9. Digital Fortress by Dan Brown
   When the NSA's impenetrable supercomputer encounters a highly complex code it cannot crack, the agency calls upon its chief cryptographer, Susan Fletcher, to analyze the threat. She soon uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power, realizing the fate of national security hangs on her ability to decode the digital trap. Fletcher must race against time to disarm the fortress before a deadly secret is unleashed on the global intelligence community.

10. The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins
    Rachel, an unreliable narrator battling alcoholism, spends her commute watching the seemingly perfect lives of the couples in houses along the train line, especially one woman she idealizes. When that woman suddenly disappears, Rachel believes she saw something crucial and inserts herself into the police investigation. As her blurry memories begin to surface, Rachel realizes she is more deeply connected to the mystery than she ever imagined, blurring the lines between observer and suspect.

11. Angels and Demons by Dan Brown
    Robert Langdon is pulled from his peaceful life when he discovers evidence that the ancient, powerful secret society, the Illuminati, has resurfaced and is plotting a catastrophic attack on the Vatican City. Langdon must race to solve a series of complex historical symbols and riddles before an explosive antimatter device destroys the heart of the Catholic Church. This frantic adventure pits science against religion in a quest for survival across Rome's hidden architecture.

12. The Scarecrow by Michael Connelly
    Veteran investigative reporter Jack McEvoy is facing the imminent closure of his newspaper and the end of his career when his final assignment—covering a botched execution—unearths unsettling evidence. He discovers that the supposed killer is innocent, and a methodical serial murderer is still at large, posing a direct threat to him and his sources. McEvoy must use his final days as a journalist to expose a predator before he himself becomes the next headline.

13. All That Remains by Patricia Cornwell
    Dr. Kay Scarpetta, Chief Medical Examiner of Virginia, is investigating a terrifying string of murders in which young, successful couples are being brutally killed in their homes. With no physical evidence or apparent motive, Scarpetta must delve deep into forensic science and psychological profiling to catch the cunning killer. This early, gripping entry into the series established Scarpetta as a formidable force in the world of forensic thrillers.

14. Colour of Law by Mark Gimenez
    A high-powered, cynical Texas attorney renowned for defending the wealthy finds his moral compass challenged when he takes on the case of a young, talented black football player accused of murder. The case quickly devolves into a racially charged media spectacle, forcing the lawyer to confront his own prejudices and the deep-seated corruption within the judicial system. He must fight not just for justice, but for his client's life against insurmountable odds.

15. The Stars Shine Down by Sidney Sheldon
    A sweeping saga following Lara Cameron, a fiercely ambitious woman determined to claw her way out of poverty and establish herself as one of the world's most powerful real estate tycoons. Her relentless pursuit of success leads her through ruthless business deals, passionate romances, and shocking betrayals that threaten to expose her darkest secrets. This exhilarating novel charts one woman's uncompromising journey to the top, regardless of the cost.

16. Coldheart Canyon by Clive Barker
    Todd Pickett, a once-famous Hollywood heartthrob, seeks refuge in a secluded, infamous mansion nestled deep in the canyon, hoping to escape the relentless pressure of fame. He soon discovers the house is home to a beautiful, seductive woman and the vengeful ghosts of Hollywood’s dark past, trapped in an eternal loop of glamour and horror. Barker delivers a decadent, terrifying tale exploring the destructive glamour and eternal damned nature of celebrity obsession.

17. The Testament by John Grisham
    An aging, dying billionaire unexpectedly changes his will, bypassing his greedy children to leave his massive fortune to an unknown, illegitimate daughter living as a missionary deep in the Brazilian jungle. A cynical, hard-drinking lawyer is tasked with the perilous journey to find her and ensure she accepts the inheritance. This adventure thriller combines legal suspense with a dangerous expedition into the Amazonian wilderness, forcing the lawyer toward an unexpected path of redemption.

18. The Eleventh Commandment by Jeffrey Archer
    CIA operative Adam Scott is ordered to execute a high-profile mission—the assassination of a brutal South American dictator—but the mission fails dramatically, leaving Scott exposed and hunted. Realizing he was betrayed by someone high up within the CIA, Scott must go rogue to unmask the mole and save himself before he is sacrificed to cover the agency's tracks. This fast-paced, twisting espionage thriller spans the globe in a desperate fight for survival.