What to Read After The Housemaid

Finished Millie's story? Here are more twisty thrillers and mysteries with full reading orders.

Back to the correct The Housemaid reading order.

1. The French Illusion

John Grisham • 2 books

John Grisham's brand-new series, launched in 2026.

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2. Harry Bosch

Michael Connelly • 25 books

Michael Connelly's acclaimed LAPD detective series, with tight plotting and big reveals.

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3. Alex Cross

James Patterson • 33 books

James Patterson's fast, short-chapter psychological thrillers.

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4. In Death

J.D. Robb • 55+ books

J.D. Robb's long-running futuristic crime series, with two new books a year.

Start with Naked in Death Buy Now See the full In Death reading order ›

5. The Martini Club

Tess Gerritsen • 4 books

Retired spies solving crimes. Fun, twisty and fast.

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6. We Solve Murders

Richard Osman • 2 books

Richard Osman's newer mystery series: warm, funny and clever.

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7. It Ends with Us

Colleen Hoover • 2 books

Colleen Hoover's emotional bestseller, for fans of McFadden's domestic drama.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I read after The Housemaid?

Our top pick is The French Illusion: John Grisham's brand-new series, launched in 2026. Other good next reads include Harry Bosch, Alex Cross, In Death.

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