Wendy Rose Gould, a lifestyle reporter based in Phoenix, Arizona, has developed a fondness for a unique genre: bubblegum thrillers. These novels offer an engaging mix of excitement and humor, balancing thrilling narratives with comedy and crisp writing. Here are some of her top picks.
Rachel Hawkins is renowned for her bubblegum thrillers. Her book “The Villa” tells the intriguing story of two women on a trip to a mysterious Italian villa. Lucy Foley, another notable author, excels in crafting murder mysteries with a lighthearted twist. Her book “The Midnight Feast”, set during a lavish event, brims with suspenseful atmosphere.
Ashley Elston’s work captivates readers through the story of Evie Porter, a woman whose perfect façade hides deep secrets. Meanwhile, Kate Fagan’s “The Three Lives of Cate Kay” brings a similarly gripping narrative, exploring the confessions of a successful author.
Amanda Chapman’s debut, set to release soon, is already making waves. It presents a curious tale of Tory Van Dyne, a book conservator from an old-money family, who partners with a woman claiming to be Agatha Christie to solve a mystery at the Mystery Guild Library.
