From historical mysteries that span continents to suspenseful thrillers and tales of friendship, the following new releases invite readers into worlds rich with intrigue, danger and unforgettable characters. Whether unraveling family secrets across oceans, confronting the shadows of postwar Europe, navigating suburban Cold War paranoia or exposing the hidden truths of glamorous social circles, each story immerses you in suspense and the pull of a well-told mystery.
The Last Days of Marilyn Monroe by James Patterson and Imogen Edwards-Jones
The life and death of Marilyn Monroe continue to be a fascinating mystery. She enjoyed champagne on Santa Monica Beach, worked on the writing for Something’s Got to Give and had dinner with Frank Sinatra at the Cal Neva Lodge during her last months. She argued with Bobby Kennedy in her final hours and admitted to her psychiatrist that she felt incredibly alone. The world will celebrate her 100th birthday on June 1, 2026, honoring a celebrity who never fails to captivate audiences.
Huguette by Cara Black
Huguette Faure, 17, is determined to survive in post-World War II France. She must avoid her father’s enemies because she is pregnant, orphaned, and on the run and cannot return home. She finds employment with a renowned film director, moving up from housekeeping to handling his funds, and just escapes jail with the assistance of police officer Claude Leduc. New York Times bestselling author Cara Black skillfully captures resiliency and postwar France in this compelling, heartfelt story.
The Living and the Dead by Christoffer Carlsson
Best friends Sander and Killian leave a party in rural Sweden on a snowy night in 1999, only to find a corpse in a car trunk the next morning. They both turn into suspects and conceal information from the police and each other. The search for the murderer reveals the town’s hidden realities throughout a two-decade period. Christoffer Carlsson paints a striking picture of a society plagued by injustice and deception in The Living and the Dead.
The Italian Secret by Tara Moss
In this compelling historical mystery by #1 international bestselling author Tara Moss, Billie Walker discovers a long-buried family secret from Sydney to the sun-drenched coast of Italy. Billie takes a risky trip to Naples on a wartime luxury liner after finding an enigmatic box of letters in her father’s office. A perilous foe appears as she unravels ties spanning decades and the entwined lives of two women, threatening to reveal facts that might completely upend her worldview.
Everybody Wants to Rule the World by Ace Atkins
Peter Bennett, a suburban teenager, believes his mother’s new partner is a KGB agent in 1985. “Gary” appears to be straight out of a spy movie with his enigmatic actions and concealed gun, but who will believe a youngster who loves BMX? Peter discovers lethal secrets at Scientific Atlanta by hiring a former pulp writer and his friend who is a drag performer. Peter’s research turns into a thrilling, high-stakes humorous thriller amid murders, Russian spies and Cold War intrigue.
Watch Us Fall by Christina Kovac
After graduating from college, Lucy and her three closest friends, known as the “Sweeties,” lead a lavish life in Georgetown that is full of interesting careers, dramatic loves, and each other. However, their world falls apart when investigative journalist Josh, queen bee Addie’s ex-boyfriend, disappears. Detectives believe Lucy and her companions know more than they acknowledge as they investigate his abduction. The compelling riddle of friendship, obsession, and the sinister realities concealed beneath a polished exterior is Watch Us Fall.
