The 5 Best Psychological Thriller Books On Kindle Unlimited In November 2025

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links.

Is it just us, or does everyone start craving a good psychological thriller when the days get shorter and the nights stretch on? There's just something about getting lost in a story, one in which you're not really sure who's good and who's bad, or what's real and what's not. Whether it's the colder weather getting everyone to get a kick out of something dark and twisted or it's the way a good story pulls you into someone else's mind right as they're about to lose it, there's just something irresistible about a psychological thriller on a long and dark night.

There are plenty of psychological thriller books to get your hands on, but if you have a Kindle Unlimited subscription, it gets so much better. There's no need to run to the bookstore or library to satisfy that craving for suspense. Kindle Unlimited has an entire library of psychological thrillers that are one click away, so you can dive right into the twists and turns without ever leaving your nice and cozy bed. From warped mind games to the gripping tension build-up, Kindle Unlimited has something for every reader craving a story that will suck them in and keep them guessing until the very end.

Noelle W. Ihli's "Gray After Dark" quickly became one of the most talked-about books on #BookTok after its release in early 2024. Readers praised the author for her witty yet cutting writing style, with hundreds of TikTokers giving rave reviews about the book. In 2025, the author graced thriller lovers with another gripping psychological thriller, "Such Quiet Girls," proving she was born to write thrillers that keep your nerves jangling. 

With over 25,000 reviews and 40% of them giving the book a 5-star rating, as of the first week of November 2025, "Such Quiet Girls" holds the top spot in the kidnapping crime fiction category. The story follows multiple characters whose lives are brought together by a disturbing disappearance in a quiet suburban town. As each chapter passes, secrets begin to surface, and it just may be that not everyone is as innocent as they seem. The wildest part? The story is inspired by real-life events.

An Amazon reviewer gave it five stars and described the book as "more than just a thriller — it's a psychologically charged journey filled with tension, emotion, and action. It's fast-paced, action-packed, and leaves you constantly on edge, needing to know what happens next." Another said, "I've read hundreds of these types of books if not [thousands] and this is in my top ten of all [time]. It balanced the fear, the gore and the joy in ways that felt like I was there. It took me less than a day to read and the ending was perfect. Well done for sure."

If you're a fan of psychological thrillers, you've surely heard of Freida McFadden. And, the sharp-witted writer definitely needs no introduction on Women, as her books have made multiple lists of ours. Her 2022 work, "Never Lie," made our list of thrilling mysteries Kindle readers couldn't get enough of, and 2024's "The Teacher" took Kindle charts by storm. Thus, you can trust McFadden to satisfy your literary cravings. For November, "The Intruder," released in October 2025, is the book to add to your Kindle TBR.

As of the last week of October, "The Intruder" sits as the second most-read book and fourth most-sold title on Amazon Charts. A reviewer wrote of the book, "Classic Freida. I devoured The Intruder in two days flat, her books go down like ice cream, smooth and addictive, but with just enough bite to keep you from relaxing too much." 

Most people think a hurricane is the worst of their problems. But for Casey, who's riding out the storm in her remote cabin, the hurricane is the least of her worries as she catches a young girl with a knife outside of the cabin, drenched in blood. McFadden delivers another impossible-to-put-down thriller, and by the time morning comes, no one, not even Casey, will know who to trust. A reviewer said they were in a constant state of tension, with every twist and reveal making them suspicious of everyone's motives.

"I Am Watching You" is Teresa Driscoll's very first attempt at a thriller, and she may have found her calling. The book was so popular that it reached the number one spot on Kindle in multiple countries, which is superb for a debut thriller. In a 2018 interview with Creativity Over Coffee, Driscoll said of writing the book, "As a novelist, all you can do is write the best book you feel capable of writing, and that's what I did with this novel. I wanted to try a different structure — shining a light on a girl's disappearance from the different viewpoints of various people affected." 

Driscoll writes about the daunting ripple effects of one young woman's disappearance and how the obsessive what-ifs can quietly upend a life, consuming it with guilt and grief. Ella wishes things had turned out differently that night, and can't help but think that if only she'd intervened and stopped those men from talking to the girls on the train, one of them would've never gone missing. But would it have really changed it? As the truth unfolds, Ella learns that some secrets are far more sinister than she could have ever imagined. Also, believe us when we say this book is for everyone at any age. A reader in their 70s said, "I enjoy unusual plots and mysteries that force you to think about the character's motivations as the story flows. The short chapters are great because it keeps you turning the pages to find out what is going to happen next.

As of October 2025, Mary Burton's "What She Saw" was in the top 20 best-selling books on Amazon, and this unrelenting psychological thriller is also included in a Kindle Unlimited subscription. Burton crafts a chilling tale of a woman determined to uncover the truth about a dark event her hometown wanted to stay buried. The story follows Sloane Grayson, a reporter who makes a living reopening unsolved missing persons cases, but now she's headed to Virginia to look into the disappearance of someone close to her. Her mother, who disappeared with three other women during a music festival some decades ago, was never to be seen again. Though a man was convicted, Sloane doesn't buy that he was the killer. She's ready to uncover the truth and starts to ask questions, but no one seems eager to give her an answer. 

A reader who read the book via Kindle wrote, "I love a good mystery and this one did not disappoint. The characters were vivid from the start which really helped to form the story and keep the reader intrigued. Compelling read!" Another Kindle reader described the book as 'an outstanding read' with 'so many different twists,' adding that they absolutely fell in love with the main character, Sloane. Even Burton herself admitted in a social media post that Sloane might be one of her favorite characters she's written to date. If you're up for a suspenseful slow-burn thriller with an empathetic yet daring female lead, go ahead and add "What She Saw" to your Kindle library this November.

Another #BookTok sensation, "The Moonlight Child" by Karen McQuestion, earned 5-star ratings from readers across TikTok and Amazon alike. The book has an average 4.4-star rating from nearly 55,000 reviews, and many readers applauded McQuestion for her realistic portrayal of an ordinary family caught in extraordinary circumstances. A Kindle reader who gave the book five stars said, "A small child is kidnapped under the pretense of being rescued. Not allowed to be seen or heard and treated like a slave. This book keeps you guessing and, little by little, reveals where she came from and what happened. A definite edge of your seat read."

@secretlibraryuk

My first 5 star read of 2025 👏🏼 I loved The Moonlight Child by Karen McQuestion, currently free on Kindle Unlimited – it's a thriller that keeps you hooked! Have you read it? #secretlibraryuk #bookrecommendations #thriller #karenmcquestion #books #booktok

♬ Meet Me At Our Spot (Live) – THE ANXIETY & Tyler Cole & WILLOW

"The Moonlight Child" begins when a woman notices something unsettling at her neighbor's house: a child who shouldn't be there. Her curiosity gets the best of her, and she uncovers something that makes her realize she doesn't really know her neighbors after all. What follows is a haunting exploration of broken trust, hidden lives, and moral courage in the face of buried secrets that just might change everything. 

While the suspense McQuestion builds with her prose keeps readers wanting to know more, the emotional element she carefully weaves within the plot is what makes this story an unforgettable one. A reviewer summed it up perfectly, writing, "You will feel many emotions as you read this excellent book. It will make you mad, disappointed, frightened, nervous, and finally very happy at the end. I could hardly put it down until I was finished."