10 Best Political Mystery Books for Fans of Political Thrillers!
So, you think you've figured out the world of politics, do you? Well, think again! We've rounded up the 10 best political mystery books that'll have you second-guessing everything you thought you knew about political machinations. Now, these aren't just your average 'who-done-it' books; they're a crafty blend of politics and mystery, creating a suspenseful world where the corridors of power meet the dark alleyways of crime. Imagine political giants with minds like master chess players, caught up in a web of deceit, betrayal, and hidden agendas - tantalizing, isn't it? Whether you're a political junkie who thrives on conspiracy theories or a mystery lover looking for a new spin, these books will provide an adrenaline rush like no other. And if you love both politics and mystery flicks? Well, you're in for a real treat then. Now, let's dive into the thrilling world of political mystery, where every turn of the page reveals another plot twist, another secret, and an unforgettable journey into the unpredictable world of politics. Brace yourself for an exhilarating ride! Let's get this party started, folks.
『The Day of the Jackal』
SOON TO BE A PEACOCK ORIGINAL SERIES STARRING EDDIE REDMAYNE—THE CLASSIC THRILLER FROM #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR FREDERICK FORSYTH “The Day of the Jackal makes such comparable books such as The Manchurian Candidate and The Spy Who Came in from the Cold seem like Hardy Boy mysteries.”—The New York Times The Jackal. A tall, blond Englishman with opaque, gray eyes. A killer at the top of his profession. A man unknown to any secret service in the world. An assassin with a contract to kill the world's most heavily guarded man. One man with a rifle who can change the course of history. One man whose mission is so secretive not even his employers know his name. And as the minutes count down to the final act of execution, it seems that there is no power on earth that can stop the Jackal.
Author | Frederick Forsyth |
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Price | $8.99 |
Publisher | Penguin |
Release Date | Sep 04, 2012 |
Source | Google Books |
『The Devil's Alternative』
#1 New York Times bestselling author Frederick Forsyth delivers a frighteningly possible novel of international terrorism and impending war… As the Russian people face starvation, the Politburo is faced with a hard choice: negotiate with America for food, go to war for national survival, or deal with an uprising in the motherland. Through an informant, British Agent Adam Munro learns that the situation is growing dangerously tense, with powerful forces in the USSR maneuvering for supremacy. But even as East and West conduct delicate talks, events spiral out of control and threaten to undo every step taken. The world’s largest oil tanker is hijacked by terrorists, and a Ukrainian “freedom fighter” is rescued in a bloody catastrophe on the Black Sea. From Moscow to Washington, the stakes grow ever more perilous as the mad actions of a few threaten to engulf the entire world in nuclear war—unless Munro can stop them.
Author | Frederick Forsyth |
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Price | $13.99 |
Publisher | Penguin |
Release Date | Sep 04, 2012 |
Source | Google Books |
『Absolute Power』
Set at the heart of political power in Washington DC, Absolute Power is the very first iconic thriller from David Baldacci, author of The 6:20 Man.
Author | David Baldacci |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Pan Books (UK) |
Release Date | Feb 01, 2024 |
Source | Google Books |
『House of Cards』
The USA Today Bestseller from the Executive Producer of the hit Netflix series House of Cards. A dark tale of greed, corruption, and unquenchable ambition, House of Cards reveals that no matter the country, politics, intrigue and passion reign in the corridors of power. Francis Urquhart has his hand on every secret in politics—and is willing to betray them all to become prime minister. Mattie Storin is a tenacious young reporter who has a knack for finding the real stories hidden behind the spin. When she stumbles upon a scandalous web of intrigue and financial corruption at the very highest levels, she vows to reveal the truth. But to do so she must battle her own demons and risk everything, even her life. An explosive political thriller reinvented for a new generation. Fans of Vince Flynn, David Baldacci and Robert Ludlum will revel in getting to know Francis Urquhart, the man we love to hate. As a former advisor to Margaret Thatcher, Conservative Party Chief of Staff, and now peer of the realm and Conservative member of the House of Lords, Baron Dobbs provides an insider look at the twists and turns of British politics. Other books in the House of Cards series: House of Cards, Book 1 – The dark, twisting schemes of a politician determined to succeed To Play The King, Book 2 – Newly elected Prime Minister plots to take on the Monarchy to grab even more power The Final Cut, Book 3 – The perfect finale to this twisted trilogy, Urquhart refuses to close his career quietly What readers are saying about House of Cards: "the best of modern political fiction. The reader can't help but be riveted by the lead character, even hoping for his sinister plots to succeed." "fast-paced and interesting. I couldn't put the book down" "wonderful and extremely...one of the most memorable and unashamedly wicked characters in political fiction." What reviewers are saying about House of Cards: "This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity....a great triumph." — The Independent 'The exciting thriller that has Westminster buzzing. Here is a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government.' - Daily Express 'It has pace, a beguiling authenticity and a cast of Achilles heels.' - Daily Telegraph What everyone is saying about the House of Cards books: "This blood and thunder tale, lifelike and thoroughly cynical, certainly carries the ring of authenticity....a great triumph." — The Independent "...a political thriller writer with a marvellous inside track knowledge of government." - Daily Express "If you are a fan of the modern TV series than you should definitely pick up these books." "Michael Dobbs has an uncanny knack of forecasting the future. A fascinating read and a conclusion that would send a chill through Buckingham Palace." - Sunday Express
Author | Michael Dobbs |
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Price | $9.99 |
Publisher | Sourcebooks, Inc. |
Release Date | Mar 11, 2014 |
Source | Google Books |
『American Assassin』
Syracuse University student Mitch Rapp broods over the deaths of his girlfriend and thirty-four other classmates on the bombed Pan Am Flight 103, until he is recruited and trained by the CIA and receives his first assignment--to kill the Turkish arms dealer who sold the bomb that killed his friends.
Author | Vince Flynn |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Release Date | Aug 22, 2017 |
Source | Google Books |
『Patriot Games』
A CIA analyst and his family are targets in the deadliest game of our time: international terrorism. In an explosive wave of violence, an ultra-left-wing faction of the IRA hunts one man for his act of salvation in an assassination attempt. And now he must pay...with his life.
Author | Tom Clancy |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Perfection Learning |
Release Date | Jul 01, 1988 |
Source | Google Books |
『Stone Cold』
In this #1 New York Times bestseller of conspiracy and murder, the Camel Club faces their greatest threat yet: a casino king and a stone-cold killer who are determined to bury the truth. Oliver Stone, the leader of the mysterious group that calls itself the Camel Club, is both feared and respected. Keeping a vigilant watch over our leaders in Washington D.C., the club has won over some allies, but it has also made some formidable enemies. Annabelle Conroy, an honorary member of the Camel Club, is the greatest con artist of her generation. As an old, powerful mark hunts her down and the Camel Club tries to protect her, a new opponent suddenly arises. One by one, men from Stone's shadowy past turn up dead. Behind this slaughter stands one man: Harry Finn. To almost all who know him, he's a loving father and husband who uses his skills to keep America safe. But Finn is also an unstoppable killer who now sets his lethal bull's-eye on Oliver Stone. And with Harry Finn, Stone may well have met his match.
Author | David Baldacci |
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Price | $9.99 |
Publisher | Grand Central Publishing |
Release Date | Nov 06, 2007 |
Source | Google Books |
『Deception Point』
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Da Vinci Code, Angels & Demons, and Inferno and the “master of smart thrills” (People) comes a “rocket-fast thriller” (Vince Flynn) about an astonishing NASA discovery that unravels a deadly conspiracy that leads all the way to the White House. When a NASA satellite spots evidence of an astoundingly rare object buried deep in the Arctic ice, the floundering space agency proclaims a much-needed victory—one that could have profound implications for US space policy and the impending presidential election. With his re-election hanging in the balance, the President sends White House Intelligence analyst Rachel Sexton to the Milne Ice Shelf to verify the authenticity of the find. Accompanied by a team of experts, including the charismatic academic Michael Tolland, Rachel uncovers the unthinkable: evidence of scientific trickery. Before she can contact the President, she and Michael are attacked by a deadly team of assassins controlled by a mysterious power broker who will stop at nothing to hide the truth. Fleeing for their lives in an environment as desolate as it is lethal, their only hope for survival is to find out who is behind this masterful ploy. The truth, they will learn, is the most shocking deception of all in this “taut, fast-paced, barn-burner of a book” (St. Petersburg Times).
Author | Dan Brown |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Pocket Books |
Release Date | Jul 30, 2019 |
Source | Google Books |
『While Justice Sleeps』
Avery Keene, a brilliant young law clerk for the legendary Justice Howard Wynn, is doing her best to hold her life together. When the shocking news breaks that Justice Wynn, the cantankerous swing vote on many current high-profile cases, has slipped into a coma, Avery's life turns upside down. She is immediately notified that Justice Wynn has left instructions for her to serve as his legal guardian and power of attorney. Plunged into an explosive role she never anticipated, Avery finds that Justice Wynn had been secretly researching one of the most controversial cases before the court, a proposed merger between an American biotech company and an Indian genetics firm, which promises to unleash breathtaking results in the medical field. She also discovers that Wynn suspected a dangerously related conspiracy that infiltrates the highest power corridors of Washington.
Author | Stacey Abrams |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | National Geographic Books |
Release Date | May 25, 2021 |
Source | Google Books |
『Power Down』
The first in the explosive and bestselling Dewey Andreas series. The largest oil-platform in the Western Hemisphere and a major hydroelectric dam are destroyed in a coordinated terrorist attack. The West’s energy supplies risk total failure. But when the terrorists strike a rig off the coast of Colombia, slaughtering the crew and destroying the oil field, there's one factor they don't take into account: former special forces operative Dewey Andreas. Determined to find the men behind the attack, Dewey must overcome increasingly deadly assaults as he follows the trail of operatives sent to take him down. Can Dewey save the people and the country he loves before it’s too late? A gripping thriller perfect for fans of Lee Child and J.B. Turner. Praise for Power Down ‘A gripping story, compelling characters, a relentless pace, and nerve-wracking suspense’ Vince Flynn, New York Times bestselling author of Pursuit of Honor ‘Breathtaking ... I was blown away' David Morrell, New York Times bestselling author of Creepers and creator of Rambo ‘Thrillers don't get any better' Stephen Coonts, New York Times bestselling author of The Disciple
Author | Ben Coes |
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Price | unknown |
Publisher | Canelo |
Release Date | Jan 23, 2017 |
Source | Google Books |
Okay, folks! That's it, our mini journey through the intriguing world of political mystery novels comes to an end. We've walked through dimly lit corridors of power, unraveled knots of conspiracy theories, witnessed scandalous betrayals, dived deep into the underbelly of politics, and navigated through high-stakes games of trickery. Each book on this list is a polished gem, reflecting not just top-notch writing, but also profound insights into power, ambition, corruption, and human nature. Whether you're a seasoned fan of political thrillers or a newbie just dipping your toes in, these novels are sure to thrill, chill, and leave you mulling over long after you've turned the last page. Remember, reading is a wild ride, buckle up, dive in, and enjoy the thrill. The world of political mystery awaits, happy reading!
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