8 Books to Read If You're Still Obsessed With Gone Girl

Updated on 1/2/2017 at 4:45 PM

In 2012, Gillian Flynn's third novel, Gone Girl, was published. The psychological thriller tells the story of Nick Dunne, a man who is suspected of murdering his wife, Amy, after she goes missing. As the investigation progresses and their marriage is put under a spotlight, people begin to question just who Amy is and what she may be capable of. The novel received critical acclaim, sold over 2 million copies in its first year, and spawned the 2014 film of the same name, starring Ben Affleck and Rosamund Pike. While the cast has mentioned the possibility of a sequel, Flynn herself has said that it could happen "at some point." While we're waiting, check out the list of books ahead that you're sure to obsess over if you loved Gone Girl. If you've read all these already, we can also recommend some great marriage thrillers!

Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

Savvy reporter Camille Preaker has struggled to cope with her younger sister's death, even going as far as to harm herself. After a recent release from the hospital, the last thing she wants to do is travel back to her hometown to cover a story about a local murder and missing girl for her newspaper. However once she arrives, not only does she discover the truth about the town's strange crimes, but she uncovers the dark secrets surrounding her own family. Gillian Flynn's first novel, Sharp Objects, is one that you won't be able to put down.

Dark Places by Gillian Flynn

In her 2009 sophomore novel, Dark Places, Gillian Flynn tells the story of Libby Day, the sole survivor of a massacre that took the lives of her mother and sisters. When her brother is implicated in the crime, she testifies against him and does her best to put the past behind her. But 25 years later, after a group of young investigators suggest that her brother is innocent, new evidence comes to light and Libby begins to question the truth. The novel alternates narrators, bouncing from Libby to her brother, Ben, to their deceased mother, Patty. The multiple viewpoints combined create a clear and disturbing picture of this dark, family tragedy.

The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins

In her debut novel, The Girl on the Train, Paula Hawkins tells the story of Rachel Watson, a recently fired alcoholic whose life spirals out of control after her ex-husband marries his mistress, Anna, and the two have a baby. To pass the time, she rides the train into London each day, whizzing by the house that she used to live in, as well as the home of a seemingly happy couple whom she calls Jess and Jason. Day after day, she imagines what their perfect marriage is like and it helps her cope with her own struggles. However, her fantasies come crashing into reality when Megan Hipwell, aka Jess, goes missing. Rachel is determined to get down to the bottom of what happened . . . but she can no longer separate the truth from the lies she's created.

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

In Liane Moriarty's 2014 novel, Big Little Lies, three mothers bond when their children all attend the same school. As they grow closer, they realize that they have more in common than they think. Domestic violence, sexual assault, aggressive school bullying, mysterious parentage, and heartbreaking pasts pave the way for a shocking murder. An HBO adaptation starring Reese Witherspoon, Zoë Kravitz, Shailene Woodley, and Nicole Kidman will premiere in February 2017, so be sure to grab a copy of the bestselling novel before then!

Defending Jacob by William Landay

William Landay's award-winning novel, Defending Jacob, follows happy family man and Assistant District Attorney Andy Barber. Andy's idyllic life is turned upside down when a young boy is stabbed to death and his son, Jacob, is the number one suspect. As the evidence piles up, Andy is torn between standing up for his family and finding the truth.

The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware

Lo Blacklock is a travel writer who gets the gig of a lifetime: a one-week stay on a luxury cruise. After days of sleeping in a lavish cabin, eating fine cuisine, and conversing with impressive guests, Lo thinks that nothing can rock the boat. But when a storm hits, Lo sees a woman thrown overboard. Only, the next morning . . . all of the passengers are accounted for. Did the rain blur her vision or was someone really murdered? And if they were, who was it? Why were they killed? And why is Lo the only one who seems to care? Find out all of the answers when you read Ruth Ware's The Woman in Cabin 10.

And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie

Loosely the inspiration for the classic 1985 film Clue, Agatha's Christie's 1939 novel, And Then There Were None, chronicles 10 strangers who are invited to dinner by an anonymous millionaire. The dinner guests only have two things in common: they each have a hideous secret from their past . . . and none of them will survive the night. Known as the queen of mystery, Agatha Christie wrote 73 novels, 16 plays, over 28 short story collections, and more. But out of all of those, And Then There Were None is said to be her best work. Need we say more?

The Butterfly Garden by Dot Hutchison

Mystery shrouds a remote mansion known for its beautiful and lush garden. But this garden has more than just blooming flowers and towering trees — it has butterflies. After an outsider enters the premises, it's discovered that the "butterflies" are actually kidnapped women. Maya, a victim, escapes and tells the FBI all about her kidnapper, "The Gardener," and the twisted brutality she endured while in captivity. As she recounts her tale, things about Maya and her time in the garden stop adding up. Learn what's really going on when you read Dot Hutchison's The Butterfly Garden.