The best crime and thriller books to read in October 2026
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Is there a better time of year than October to immerse yourself in a great juicy mystery or wonderfully heart-pulsing thriller? I think not. As we head into “spooky season”, plenty of excellent, new books which fit that very bill hit the shelves. From Ian Rankin’s first stand-alone crime novel in two decades to the latest Jack Reacher book from Lee and Andrew Child, here is our pick of the best… The Heights by Ian…
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