Every neighborhood has a story. It could be the tragedy that took place years ago, or maybe an urban legend about that creepy house down the street. Or perhaps it's the new couple on the block who seem to be hiding something. These tales of suspense and mystery are what drive the popularity of the fastest-growing subgenre of thrillers: the domestic thriller. And as the rapidly expanding microgenre is a bit daunting, we’ve made this list to help you choose the best domestic thriller audiobooks from the thousands and thousands out there.
Listens categorized as domestic thrillers—sometimes called “chick noir” or “mommy thrillers”—typically unspool mysteries that revolve around families and are set at home. Maybe there’s a missing wife, or a husband with a secret, or someone acting strange in the neighborhood. And when was the last time you saw their spouse? Everyone’s a suspect, after all.
The best domestic thriller books take what we consider our safe places, our sanctuaries, and give us spine-tingling thrills about their darker side. This list of the best domestic thriller listens will have you wondering about your neighbors—and thinking twice before you stop by to borrow a cup of sugar.
