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The 50 Best Thrillers of the 21st Century, According to the New York Times

The New York Times has released its list of the 50 best thrillers of the 21st century, sparking widespread discussion.

By · Published August 6, 2026 at 05:26 UTC · Updated August 6, 2026 at 13:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: en.bd-pratidin.com · The New York Times · Yahoo News UK · parade.com · Collider · Book Riot.

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Five outlets have published stories about the New York Times' list of the 50 best thrillers of the 21st century. The list was first published by the New York Times, with other outlets quickly following suit.

Parade.com and Book Riot both noted that the New York Times named a 2012 bestseller as the top thriller of the 21st century. The New York Times also published a separate article featuring recommendations from authors Freida McFadden and John Grisham.

Collider ranked six thrillers released since 2000.

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Which thriller was named the best of the 21st century?

According to Parade.com and Book Riot, the New York Times named a 2012 bestseller as the best thriller of the 21st century.

Who contributed to the New York Times' list?

Authors Freida McFadden and John Grisham shared their top thrillers of the 21st century in an article by the New York Times.

Which thrillers did Collider rank?

Collider ranked the six most perfect thrillers released since 2000.

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Topics

Thriller New York Times Book Lists 21st Century Literature Freida McFadden John Grisham

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