Psychological Thrillers: Books Like Verity for Fans of Twists and Turns

Psychological thrillers have a way of getting under your skin, don’t they? The suspense, the shocking twists, the unreliable narrators who keep you guessing until the very last page—it’s no wonder books like Verity by Colleen Hoover have become so addictive. If you’re here, chances are you’re still reeling from its jaw-dropping revelations and searching for your next fix of dark secrets, twisted relationships, and edge-of-your-seat suspense.

Good news: you’re in the right place. Below, we’ve rounded up a list of gripping psychological thrillers that deliver the same tension, surprises, and hauntingly unforgettable stories as Verity. Ready to dive in? Let’s explore these must-read novels!

1. The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

Alicia Berenson seems to have the perfect life—until she’s accused of murdering her husband and refuses to speak another word. Told through the eyes of her therapist, this thriller unravels a web of secrets and betrayal. Like Verity, it’s packed with unreliable narrators, shocking twists, and a haunting story that will keep you hooked until the final reveal.

2. Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris

To outsiders, Jack and Grace Angel look like the perfect couple. But behind closed doors, Grace is trapped in a nightmare. This chilling psychological thriller explores control, manipulation, and dark secrets, echoing the toxic relationships and sense of dread that made Verity so compelling.

3. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

When Amy Dunne goes missing, her seemingly perfect marriage to Nick begins to unravel. With its unreliable narrators, intricate plotting, and jaw-dropping twists, Gone Girl is a classic psychological thriller that fans of Verity will devour. Both stories share an exploration of deception, dark motives, and the dangerous dynamics of a fractured relationship.

4. The Last Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine

Amber Patterson wants Daphne Parrish’s life—and she’s willing to do anything to get it. But as Amber’s plan unfolds, shocking truths about Daphne and her seemingly perfect marriage come to light. This book is a masterclass in deceit and obsession, making it perfect for fans of Verity’s dark and twisted relationships.

5. The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena

When a baby goes missing during a dinner party, secrets quickly surface between a seemingly normal couple and their neighbors. As the investigation deepens, everyone becomes a suspect. Like Verity, this thriller combines suspense, hidden motives, and shocking reveals that will keep you guessing.

6. It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover

If you were drawn to Colleen Hoover’s raw exploration of relationships in Verity, It Ends With Us offers a different but equally powerful emotional journey. While not a thriller, this novel examines toxic love, buried secrets, and difficult choices with the same intensity. It’s a deeply moving story that will resonate with Hoover’s fans.

7. Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. Watson

Christine Lucas wakes up every morning with no memory of her past, relying on her journal to piece together her life. But as memories resurface, Christine begins to question the motives of the people closest to her. Like Verity, this novel thrives on unreliable narration and a tense, twist-filled plot that will leave you questioning everything.

8. The Wife Between Us by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen

What seems like a simple story about a jealous ex-wife is anything but. Told from multiple perspectives, The Wife Between Us is filled with misdirection, unexpected twists, and complex relationships. Fans of Verity will love its exploration of obsession, betrayal, and hidden truths.

9. Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica

When three women go missing in a small town, the community is left reeling. Told through multiple timelines and perspectives, Local Woman Missing slowly unravels the secrets and betrayals behind the disappearances. The layered storytelling and shocking revelations will appeal to readers who loved Verity’s suspenseful narrative.

10. The Perfect Nanny by Leïla Slimani

When a seemingly perfect nanny becomes part of a family, their lives quickly spiral into tragedy. This unsettling psychological drama mirrors Verity’s themes of trust, obsession, and betrayal, leaving readers with a lingering sense of unease.

11. The Chain by Adrian McKinty

Your child has been kidnapped, and the only way to save them is to kidnap another child. This heart-pounding psychological thriller explores manipulation, moral dilemmas, and the lengths people will go to protect their loved ones. Like Verity, it’s packed with tension, shocking twists, and characters forced into impossible situations.

12. Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter

After the disappearance of their sister years ago, two estranged siblings are drawn back together when a shocking discovery forces them to confront their family’s dark past. Gritty and intense, Pretty Girls explores family secrets, trauma, and the lengths people will go to uncover the truth. Fans of Verity will love its sinister tone and shocking revelations.

Which Twisted Tale Will You Pick Up Next?

If you couldn’t get enough of the twists, tension, and dark secrets in Verity, these books are guaranteed to keep you hooked. Whether you’re in the mood for unreliable narrators, fractured relationships, or shocking plot twists, there’s something here for every psychological thriller fan. Which of these books are you adding to your TBR list? Let us know—or share your favorite Verity-like reads!