Let’s Talk About the 50 Best Thrillers of the 21st Century

Let’s Talk About the 50 Best Thrillers of the 21st Century

August 5, 2026 · 51 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the 50 best thrillers of the 21st century, highlighting influential works and recommendations.

From “Gone Girl” to “Mystic River,” Gilbert Cruz, Tina Jordan and Sarah Lyall revisit the books that changed the genre, discuss overlooked favorites and recommend the thrillers that everyone should read next.

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Guests: Gilbert Cruz, Tina Jordan, Sarah Lyall

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Books & works: Gone Girl, Mystic River

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