From haunting historical whodunits to chilling modern thrillers, these page-turners will keep you guessing long into the night. Whether you’re in the mood for atmospheric suspense, philosophical intrigue, or revenge served cold, these October mysteries promise twists, secrets, and shocking revelations.

Mystery Books You Can’t Put Down This October

1. Canyon of Deceit by DiAnn Mills

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When a wilderness survival expert joins forces with a Texas Ranger to find a missing child, they uncover a deadly conspiracy that stretches far beyond the desert—and far deeper than they imagined.

2. The Golden Phoenix and the Blue Jackal by Chris Mustache

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Part mystery, part myth, this philosophical coming-of-age tale follows a young woman drawn into a supernatural web of destiny, immortality, and self-discovery in a coastal town filled with secrets.

3. Shun the Heaven: An Antebellum Mystery by Dave Hoing and Roger Hileman

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A father on the run, a daughter in danger, and a murder that won’t stay buried—this gripping antebellum mystery blends historical drama with a pulse-pounding quest for truth and redemption.

4. Not Quite Dead Yet by Holly Jackson

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After a brutal attack leaves her with just seven days to live, Jet Mason races against time to unmask her killer before her own murder becomes a mystery no one can solve.

5. With a Vengeance by Riley Sager

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On a midnight train bound for Chicago, revenge and survival collide as a woman’s carefully plotted retribution turns into a deadly game with a killer who may beat her to it.

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