13 Books Like The Girl on the Train

Rachel, an alcoholic, takes the same train every day, passing the same suburban homes. She becomes obsessed with a seemingly perfect couple she watches from the window. But when the woman, Megan, goes missing, Rachel believes she may have witnessed something crucial.

Struggling with her own memories due to alcohol-induced blackouts, Rachel becomes entangled in the investigation, making her unreliable as both a narrator and witness. This psychological thriller explores themes of trust, perception, and how flawed human memories can be. It is a gripping read full of twists and dark revelations.

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2015-01-13

The Girl on the Train Book Information

13 Books Listed
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Languages: English
Author: Paula Hawkins
Reading Age: 20 years
Pages: 395
Grade Level: 9-12
Series: N/A
Characters: Rachel Watson, Megan Hipwell, Anna Watson

1: Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

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Camille Preaker, a journalist recently released from a psychiatric hospital, returns to her hometown to cover the murders of two young girls. As she reconnects with her controlling mother, Adora, and half-sister, Amma, Camille is forced to confront her own traumatic past. The dark and disturbing story explores themes of mental illness, family dynamics, and self-harm.

Sharp Objects and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Crime Fiction, Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but Sharp Objects lacks the following features like none. Sharp Objects is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

2: The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz

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Jake Bonner, a struggling writer, stumbles upon an idea for a novel that he believes will be a massive success. However, when his former student, who had initially conceived the plot, mysteriously dies, Jake seizes the opportunity to make the story his own. But as the novel gains popularity, Jake’s past begins to haunt him, leading to a dangerous unraveling.

The Plot and The Girl on the Train have similar features like none, but The Plot lacks the following features like Crime Fiction, Mystery, Psychological Thriller. The Plot is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

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3: The Guest List by Lucy Foley

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A high-profile wedding on a remote Irish island brings together an exclusive group of guests, each harboring dark secrets. As the celebration unfolds, tensions rise and a murder occurs. Told from multiple perspectives, the novel delves into the lives of the guests, unraveling the truth behind the crime and revealing shocking twists about loyalty, betrayal, and revenge.

The Guest List and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Crime Fiction, Mystery, but The Guest List lacks the following features like Psychological Thriller. The Guest List is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

4: The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware

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Lo Blacklock, a travel journalist, is invited on a luxury cruise. Her trip takes a terrifying turn when she witnesses what appears to be a woman being thrown overboard. However, all passengers are accounted for, and no one believes her. As Lo tries to uncover the truth, she finds herself trapped in a dangerous game of deceit and survival.

The Woman in Cabin 10 and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Mystery, but The Woman in Cabin 10 lacks the following features like Crime Fiction, Psychological Thriller. The Woman in Cabin 10 is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

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5: The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena

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Anne and Marco Conti attend a dinner party next door, leaving their baby, Cora, asleep at home. When they return, they find the baby missing, sparking a frantic investigation led by Detective Rasbach. As secrets between the couple unravel, it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems, and their lives may never return to normal.

The Couple Next Door and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but The Couple Next Door lacks the following features like Crime Fiction. The Couple Next Door is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

6: The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn

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Anna Fox, an agoraphobic woman, spends her days watching her neighbors through the window of her New York City home. When she witnesses something shocking in the house across the street, she struggles to convince others that what she saw was real. As Anna’s past traumas surface, the novel unravels into a suspenseful exploration of paranoia, memory, and trust.

The Woman in the Window and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but The Woman in the Window lacks the following features like Crime Fiction. The Woman in the Window is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

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7: The Good Girl by Mary Kubica

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Mia Dennett, a young woman from a prominent family, is kidnapped by Colin Thatcher, who plans to turn her over to his dangerous employers. However, Colin decides to hide Mia in a secluded cabin instead, and over time, their relationship grows complicated. Told from multiple perspectives and timelines, the novel reveals the truth behind Mia’s kidnapping and its emotional consequences.

The Good Girl and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but The Good Girl lacks the following features like Crime Fiction. The Good Girl is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

8: The Widow by Fiona Barton

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Jean Taylor was the perfect wife, standing by her husband Glen during a media frenzy when he was accused of a terrible crime. After Glen’s death, Jean is finally free to tell her side of the story. The novel explores the complex psychology of a woman who has lived in the shadow of her husband’s dark secrets, leaving readers questioning how much Jean really knows.

The Widow and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Crime Fiction, Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but The Widow lacks the following features like none. The Widow is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

9: The Husband’s Secret by Liane Moriarty

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Cecilia Fitzpatrick finds a letter from her husband, John-Paul, that he wrote to be opened only in the event of his death. When she reads it, she discovers a shocking secret that could shatter her family and affect the lives of others in her community. The novel weaves together multiple narratives, exploring guilt, betrayal, and the moral complexities of keeping secrets.

The Husband’s Secret and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but The Husband’s Secret lacks the following features like Crime Fiction. The Husband’s Secret is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

10: Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. Watson

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Christine Lucas wakes up every day with no memory of her past, due to a severe form of amnesia. Her husband, Ben, helps her piece together her life each day, but as Christine works with a neurologist, Dr. Nash, she begins to uncover unsettling truths about her life and the people around her. The novel dives into the instability of memory and identity.

Before I Go to Sleep and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but Before I Go to Sleep lacks the following features like Crime Fiction. Before I Go to Sleep is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

11: The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides

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Alicia Berenson is a celebrated painter who shoots her husband and then becomes mute, refusing to speak another word. Theo Faber, a psychotherapist, is determined to uncover the mystery behind her silence and her motive for the crime. The story dives into deep psychological layers, leading to an unexpected and chilling conclusion.

The Silent Patient and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but The Silent Patient lacks the following features like Crime Fiction. The Silent Patient is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

12: Watch Me Disappear by Janelle Brown

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Billie Flanagan disappears during a solo hike, leaving behind her grieving husband, Jonathan, and daughter, Olive. A year later, Olive starts having visions of her mother, while Jonathan uncovers secrets about Billie’s life. The novel alternates between their perspectives, exploring how well we truly know our loved ones and how secrets can shape relationships.

Watch Me Disappear and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but Watch Me Disappear lacks the following features like Crime Fiction. Watch Me Disappear is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

13: Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn

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When Amy Dunne mysteriously disappears on their fifth wedding anniversary, suspicion quickly falls on her husband, Nick. The narrative alternates between Nick’s perspective and Amy’s diary entries, unraveling a complex and twisted tale of betrayal, manipulation, and deception. As the truth unfolds, the reader is left questioning who the real villain is.

Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train have similar features like Crime Fiction, Mystery, Psychological Thriller, but Gone Girl lacks the following features like none. Gone Girl is Paid while The Girl on the Train is Unknown.

Rating: 4.1

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