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Books similar to ‘A Twisted Love Story’ by Samantha Downing
Infidelity, revenge, and plot twists abound in these not-so-romantic thrillers that fans of Samantha Downing will love.
Published on November 22, 2023
I Love It When You Lie
Kristen BirdPraised by Samantha Downing as “irresistible” and “full of surprises,” this captivating thriller is an ideal choice for readers who appreciate Downing’s own writing. Clementine, Tara, and June come back home for the burial of their beloved grandmother, who raised them and their brother after the death of their parents. Despite their closeness, each sister has her own share of secrets. Now that one of the men in their lives has gone missing, and a newcomer to the family grows suspicious of the three siblings, the Williams family’s web of deceit begins to unravel.
The Guest List: A Novel
Lucy FoleyIf you’re interested in another book with a plot that has so many twists and turns, you’ll get dizzy, “The Guest List” should be your next read. Jules and Will planned a picture-perfect destination wedding, but stormy weather isn’t the only thing ruining this power couple’s big day. When one guest turns up dead, fingers are pointed, accusations start to fly, and secrets are revealed.
The Perfect Marriage: A Completely Gripping Psychological Suspense
Jeneva RoseSarah Morgan is at the top of her game: Her career as a defense attorney in D.C. couldn’t be in a better place. It’s too bad her husband, Adam, can’t say the same: He’s a struggling writer engaged in an affair. However, when his mistress ends up dead, Adam has no one else to turn to but Sarah, who agrees to represent him in court. In Downing’s words: “A twisty, compulsive book that will keep you reading all night!”
Three Single Wives: A Novel
Gina LaMannaIn Downing’s romantic thriller, one fateful night unexpectedly leads to a tragic outcome. Similarly, in LaManna’s novel, what starts as an innocent book club meeting ends up in a puzzling murder crime scene. As friends Anne, Eliza, and Penny engage in the reading discussion, the subject of cheating husbands comes up, and the most pressing question becomes: Did one of the women succumb to her revenge fantasy?
The One
Audrey J. ColeIf there’s one thing we learn from “A Twisted Love Story,” it’s that romance thrillers rarely end with happily ever afters. This one is no exception. Seeking revenge after discovering Ethan’s infidelity, Sloane winds up in an affair with tech billionaire Brody Carr. Ethan suspects Sloane’s new lover might be involved in something terrible, and it’s now up to him — being a detective -– to find out what Brody’s hiding.
Luckiest Girl Alive: A Novel
Jessica KnollIn her article “6 books with unsavory narrators” for The Week, Downing recommends “Luckiest Girl Alive.” Humiliated as a teen, hard-to-like narrator Ani spent years crafting the perfect, enviable life — but it’s built on a dark secret that could destroy everything. Like “Gone Girl” for fashionistas, with just as much satirical observation about modern femininity and a lot more pop culture flare, Knoll’s novel inspired a Netflix Original film starring Mila Kunis.
Stranger in the Lake
Kimberly Belle“Stranger in the Lake” is another favorite read of Downing’s for its enthralling suspense. Charlotte believes she married the perfect guy, Paul, a wealthy architect and a widower. But her dream life gets threatened when a woman's body is found on the same lake where her husband’s first wife drowned. As Charlotte tries to unveil dirty secrets, she grapples with her belief in Paul’s goodness and her growing suspicion that he’s anything but good.
Twisted Love
Ana HuangIf you enjoyed “A Twisted Love Story” for its intensely passionate side, you might want to grab Ana Huang’s mystery romance that has a similar title. Alex centers his life around external success and avoids matters of the heart — until he falls for his best friend’s sister, Ava. But a tragic past leaves lingering hurts beneath the headiness of their unexpected love affair. As they grow closer, hidden truths emerge and put everything they cherish at risk.