This Week in Crime — Week of May 25, 2026

New Crime Releases

No new Crime releases moved enough this week to make the cut.

Crime Backlist Risers

The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Published: November 7, 2013

The Naturals continues a steady sales trajectory, adding 1,164 ratings this week, representing a 0.31% growth. This consistent performance over the years demonstrates its lingering appeal in the crime and thriller genres, particularly among young adult readers.

Stats: 376,410 → 377,574 (+1,164)

The Risk by S.T. Abby

Published: December 1, 2016

Adding 976 ratings this week for a 0.24% growth, The Risk shows a slow but persistent increase in readership. Its dark romance elements intertwined with crime themes continue to attract attention, maintaining its position as a relevant title nearly nine years post-release.

Stats: 402,288 → 403,264 (+976)

I Will Find You by Harlan Coben

Published: March 14, 2023

This title has exhibited healthy growth since its release last year, gaining 381 ratings and showing a growth of 0.30% this week. As a contemporary thriller tied to familial tragedy, it appeals particularly to audiences looking for emotional depth intertwined with mystery.

Stats: 129,127 → 129,508 (+381)

I Know Who You Are by Alice Feeney

Published: May 16, 2019

Another steady performer, I Know Who You Are, garnered 342 new ratings this week, achieving a growth of 0.44%. The blend of psychological elements with crime and thriller keeps it relevant, especially among readers who enjoy twists and interactive storytelling.

Stats: 77,424 → 77,766 (+342)

The Takeaway

This week, Crime is primarily driven by rediscovery of backlist titles, with no high-impact new releases emerging. Collectively, the backlist entries have added several thousand ratings, with The Naturals leading the increase with over 1,000 new ratings, indicating continued interest in older works. Readers appear to be returning to established titans in the genre, showcasing a strong connection to beloved titles rather than newly published works.