Books like Sharp Objects

A woman goes on a journey to uncover the truth behind her family's murders, for which her brother was convicted. In Dark Places, she is tracked down by a secret society interested in the case and must balance their demands with her own personal investigation. As she delves deeper, she unearths shocking revelations and puts herself in danger once again.

This suspenseful novel takes us to the haunted halls of Idlewild, a boarding school for troubled girls. Four roommates form a strong bond that is tested when one of them mysteriously disappears. Meanwhile, journalist Fiona Sheridan tries to unravel the secrets surrounding her sister's death twenty years ago, which leads her back to Idlewild Hall. As she investigates, she uncovers secrets that were meant to stay hidden in the past, and a voice that refuses to be silenced. Get ready for a chilling ride through Vermont in 1950 and 2014.

This captivating novel by a bestselling author follows Libby's journey to uncover the truth about her husband's mysterious first wife and their tragic story. As she unearths more secrets, Libby starts to question her own safety in her relationship. Fans of Jodi Picoult and Emma Donoghue will love this thought-provoking page-turner.

When Tamia's husband is accused of a terrible crime, she is forced to choose between her trust in him and the accuser. But her choice leads to tragic consequences, especially when a stranger arrives in town with shocking revelations. "The Rose Petal Beach" is a gripping tale of love, trust, and the dangerous twists that come with them.

"Revenge for a murdered daughter propels a teacher on a harrowing journey of punishment and despair in this gripping thriller. Confessions delves deep into the twisted minds of students and teachers as secrets are unveiled, leading to a shocking climax that threatens to endanger the entire school. Narrated in alternating voices with unexpected plot twists, this book uncovers the blurred lines between love and tragedy. A classroom setting has never been so dangerous."

The Quelling is a harrowing and gritty debut that delves into the lives of two clever and beautiful sisters diagnosed with a rare psychiatric condition and accused of murder in childhood. With a plan to start a new family, one sister struggles to quell her violent tendencies, while the other is at the mercy of an eccentric researcher’s increasingly bizarre treatments. Their only lifeline may be an unlikely ally, a nurse with troubles of her own, in this exploration of familial bonds and the tension between freedom and safety.

A woman on the French Riviera has been living a lie for 25 years. When a visitor from her past arrives, it sets off a chain of events that lead to violence and a shocking discovery. This page-turner will keep you guessing until the very end.

A cold case at a girls' boarding school is reopened when a teenage girl arrives with a photo and a confession: "I KNOW WHO KILLED HIM." Detective Stephen Moran joins forces with Detective Antoinette Conway to investigate, but the trail leads to a tangled web of relationships within Holly's group of friends and their rivals. The dark and dangerous world of teenage girls is explored in this thrilling mystery that will keep you guessing until the very end.

A successful children's book author seemingly has it all until he beats his wife into a coma. As Alice fights for her life, those around the couple try to understand what led to such a horrific act. The layers of Oliver's life are peeled back, revealing a web of shame, envy, deception, and manipulation in this gripping novel.

Dark secrets and twisted relationships are revealed when a Dublin family's perfect life is shattered by a murder. From the acclaimed author of Unraveling Oliver comes an unputdownable psychological thriller that leads to an increasingly claustrophobic and devastatingly dark climax. Get ready for a gripping read that stays with you long after you turn the final page.