YA Thriller and Horror Books Summer 2022

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As your book nerd bestie, we’ll never let a new release pass without letting you know! Check out these new YA thrillers and horror books including The Agathas and Family of Liars! If you love these sizzling novels, check out the Underlined book page here, and let us know what you’re reading at @getunderlined.

The Agathas

By Kathleen Glasgow, Liz Lawson

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • Who killed Brooke Donovan? It’s the biggest mystery of the summer, and everyone in Castle Cove thinks they know what happened. But they're wrong. Two unlikely friends come together to solve the case in this fast-paced, fun, modern Agatha Christie inspired thriller.

"Part Agatha Christie, part Veronica Mars, and completely entertaining." —Karen M. McManus, #1 New York Time...

Family of Liars

By E. Lockhart

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The addictive prequel to the TikTok phenomenon We Were Liars: the story of another summer, another generation—and the secrets that will haunt them for decades to come.

"I anticipated that at some point a shocking twist would come. And, wow, does it ever." —The New York Times

"A perfect beach read." —The Boston Globe
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Never Coming Home

By Kate M. Williams

The beach read you have been dying for! When ten of America's hottest teenage influencers are invited to an exclusive island resort, things are sure to get wild. But murder isn't what anyone expected. Will anyone survive?

Everyone knows Unknown Island—it’s the world’s most exclusive destination. Think white sand beaches, turquoise seas, and luxury accommodations. Plus, it’s invite o...

Nothing More to Tell

By Karen M. McManus

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From the critically acclaimed author of One of Us Is Lying comes a new page-turning mystery. Be sure to keep your friends close . . . and your secrets closer.

Four years ago, Brynn left Saint Ambrose School following the shocking murder of her favorite teacher—a story that made headlines after the teacher’s body was found by three Saint Ambrose students in the wood...

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