The Dark Corners of the Night (by Meg Gardiner)
I’ve been feeling motivated to make progress on some of the book series I’ve been slowly reading. Of course, there are several of them, so we’ll see how well I stick to my plan considering I’m also a mood reader with 18 library holds that seem to be getting closer to my turn to borrow. Meg Gardiner’s UNSUB series seems like the perfect choice to tackle. There are currently four books published, and I’ve already completed two of them. Plus, I’ve been feeling nostalgic for stories that combine psychology and serial killers.
In The Dark Corners of the Night, the third installment in the UNSUB series, FBI behavioral analyst Caitlin Hendrix arrives in Los Angeles to help track a mysterious serial killer known as the Midnight Man. He targets suburban homes under the cover of darkness, leaving a trail of terror that has the community on edge. As the investigation intensifies, Caitlin delves into the psychological depths of the unknown subject while grappling with her own past.
This is an exceptional thriller that kept me hooked from the very beginning to the end. As someone fascinated by the Behavioral Analysis Unit, I thoroughly enjoyed how deeply the story explores the world of criminal profiling. It evoked strong Criminal Minds vibes in the best possible way—sharp insights, tense team dynamics, and that chilling cat-and-mouse game between the investigators and the killer.
The novel is relentlessly suspenseful, with an atmosphere so thick you can feel the darkness closing in. There were several genuinely shocking moments that made me gasp out loud, and the final confrontation was intense, surprising, and incredibly satisfying. Gardiner masterfully balances high-stakes action with psychological depth, making this an excellent entry in the UNSUB series.
I borrowed the audiobook of The Dark Corners of the Night from my local library using Hoopla. Hillary Huber’s narration was enjoyable.
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