Reading a good book is no less than therapy. And we tend to go back to our old books every now and then for a good reading session. But, this summer, you need to leave the familiar behind and discover some new stories. From mysteries and thrillers, to dramas and more, you won’t be able to put these books down once you start reading them. So, make your summer more exciting and dive into the stories that will keep you up at night because they are that good. Here’s what you need to add to your list of must-read books.

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1. We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson

If you want to relive a childhood nightmare that is eerie and chilling, begin with this book. A masterpiece by Shirley Jackson, it will leave you turning every page with bated breath. It’s sinister, disturbing, and haunting, so it’s perfect bedtime reading, according to us.

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2. Dark Places by Gillian Flynn

If you need a good adrenaline rush, dive into this book full of plot twists, filth, gore, and endless mystery. When a girl escapes a horrendous massacre in which her mother and sister were killed, she starts a new life. But with the memories so vivid, she once again finds herself where she began: running from the killer, her brother.

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3. Call Me By Your Name by André Aciman

A story that is sad, passionate, and full of raw emotions, this book is a unique experience. An intense story with infuriating characters, it explores the depth of a same-sex relationship. Totally consuming and wholesome, this should definitely be on your reading list.

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4. The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

A psychological thriller with plot twists and an ending you would never expect, The Silent Patient is bound to give you sleepless nights. With a twist on every page, this book will blow your mind.

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5. Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng

With every page you turn, you will find yourself moved by this excruciating tale. This story of a broken family with secrets and struggles is gripping and will keep you hooked till the very end.

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6. Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell

You are going to lose yourself in this book. Breathtaking, compulsive, and completely addictive, it is a tale of a mother whose daughter goes missing, and one day, she finds herself standing in front of a girl who has a striking resemblance to her daughter.

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7. Midnight Obsession by Melinda Leigh 

With a thrilling storyline of a serial killer, Midnight Obsession is as engrossing and suspenseful as it can get. If you love a good mystery, this book won’t let you have a single dull moment. The multi-layered story here will take you on a ride and is worth a read.

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8. Death Below Stairs by Jennifer Ashley

A competent and character-driven mystery, Death Below Stairs is a Victorian suspense story that stays with you long after you have read it. With the impending questions surrounding the much talked about murder, who is going to fall under the radar?

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9. Dark Matter by Blake Crouch

Compelling, gripping, and somewhat scary, you won’t be able to put down Blake Crouch’s Dark Matter. This story will get your heart and mind racing as you flip pages with anticipation to find the answers you have been looking for.

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10. The Naturalist by Andrew Mayne

A deeply addictive and fast-paced story, The Naturalist is one of Andrew Mayne’s finest works. This science mystery is like a good scare we all need once in a while! A total page-turner, this book is going to keep you up at night.

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Start reading these books right away, and tell us which is your favourite. What would you add to this list of must-read books?