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The Housemaid: An absolutely addictive psychological thriller with a jaw-dropping twist Kindle Edition
Every day I clean the Winchesters’ beautiful house top to bottom. I collect their daughter from school. And I cook a delicious meal for the whole family before heading up to eat alone in my tiny room on the top floor.
I try to ignore how Nina makes a mess just to watch me clean it up. How she tells strange lies about her own daughter. And how her husband Andrew seems more broken every day. But as I look into Andrew’s handsome brown eyes, so full of pain, it’s hard not to imagine what it would be like to live Nina’s life. The walk-in closet, the fancy car, the perfect husband.
I only try on one of Nina’s pristine white dresses once. Just to see what it’s like. But she soon finds out… and by the time I realize my attic bedroom door only locks from the outside, it’s far too late.
But I reassure myself: the Winchesters don’t know who I really am.
They don’t know what I’m capable of…
A New York Times, USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller and winner of a 2023 ITW Thriller Award. This unbelievably twisty read will have you glued to the pages late into the night. Anyone who loves The Woman in the Window, The Wife Between Us and The Girl on the Train won’t be able to put down The Housemaid!
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“I got severe whiplash from the twistiest turns… Every time I thought I had it figured out… WRONG!!!… I am still reeling… outstanding… If you love a top notch psychological thriller that will have you questioning your own sanity, then this 5 star read is for you.” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“What a wild ride!!! Freida definitely delivered the best twisty ending… Gripping from start to finish… honestly, I just could not put it down… An absolutely mind-blowing shocker that kept me guessing and on the edge of my seat literally until the very end.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“One wild ride!… So many twists and turns… I was hooked right away – I even read my Kindle while waiting in my kid’s school pick-up line so I wouldn’t have to put this book down!… addictive… pure perfection!” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Wow!!!… Blimey! What a roller-coaster ride this was! It had me sitting on the edge of my seat!… Superb book!… Fantastic ending!!!!… I highly recommend… fantastic… Big fat 5 stars from me.” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“SO GOOD… I didn’t want to put it down! I read 70% in one sitting… I was on the edge of my seat… you will not see the ending coming! Drop what you are doing and pick up this book!” @Thriller_book_sisters, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“You will NOT believe the direction this book takes… A jaw-dropping twist… A truly stunning thriller that I could not read quickly enough.” @carriereadsthem_all, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I was obsessed with this story… couldn’t get through the story fast enough… I was continuously gasping or saying “noooooo” out loud.” Sarah in Readerland
“I could NOT put it down!… An incredible roller-coaster ride… This book left me hungry for more and I could not believe the ending!!” Goodreads reviewer,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Terrific! Finished The Housemaid in one night, totally compulsively readable… the ending packs a wallop!” NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateApril 26, 2022
- File size1440 KB
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- ASIN : B09TWSRMCB
- Publisher : Bookouture (April 26, 2022)
- Publication date : April 26, 2022
- Language : English
- File size : 1440 KB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Enabled
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- Sticky notes : On Kindle Scribe
- Print length : 338 pages
- Best Sellers Rank: #3 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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#1 New York Times, Amazon Charts, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Sunday Times, and Publisher's Weekly bestselling author Freida McFadden is a practicing physician specializing in brain injury who has penned multiple bestselling psychological thrillers and medical humor novels. Freida’s work has been selected as one of Amazon Editors’ best books of the year, she is the winner of the International Thriller Writers Award for best paperback, and she is a Goodreads Choice Award winner. Her novels have been translated into 40 languages.
Freida lives with her family and black cat in a centuries-old three-story home overlooking the ocean, with staircases that creak and moan with each step, and nobody could hear you if you scream. Unless you scream really loudly, maybe.
To hear Freida talk about herself more in the third person, check out her website freidamcfadden.
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Customers find the plot twists well thought out and keep them guessing. They also describe the book as a fast, easy read with well developed characters. Readers also mention that the book is a page turner and enjoy the descriptive plot twist. Opinions are mixed on readability, with some finding it hard to put down and eager to keep reading, while others say it's overhyped and raises expectations too high.
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Customers find the plot twists enjoyable, well written, and satisfying. They also appreciate the book's ability to not only shock and surprise, but also delve into the characters' backstories.
"...What truly sets "The Housemaid" apart, however, is its ability to not only shock and surprise but also to delve into the depths of human psychology..." Read more
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"If you like suspense, heart thumping, and good twists, this one is good. Easy Read, couldn't put it down." Read more
"OH My GAH, what did I just read? This book is an electrifying start to a series—captivating. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time...." Read more
"...And, then the story flipped again. It was a good read. It kept my interest. But, I can’t say I want to read this author again...." Read more
Customers find the characters in the book well developed.
"...From the meticulously crafted plot to the richly developed characters and the haunting atmospheric backdrop, every element of "The Housemaid" is a..." Read more
"Twists & turns & tension! Interesting characters with backstories full of depth. An easy but captivating read...." Read more
"...I read the whole Housemaid series and I really loved how the main characters evolved." Read more
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Customers find the plot well-thought-out, detailed, and suspenseful. They also say the book flows well and sets up nicely for the sequel. Customers also mention that the proofreading is flawless. Overall, they describe the book as an easy and fascinating mystery that sets up well for the next book.
"...to finish, leaving you breathless and utterly floored by its brilliant execution...." Read more
"...The twists, however, are quite strong. We get a few clues, although I would say that in this book they're actually less subtle than the second one...." Read more
"...that I find the ending with the investigation wayyy tooo convenient and easy. I felt like it could have been better...." Read more
"...The author did a great job of leaving details behind to get you thinking. I read this in 3 days and just could not put it down!" Read more
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From the opening chapters, McFadden weaves an intricate web of mystery and deceit, introducing readers to a cast of complex characters and a seemingly idyllic suburban setting that harbors dark secrets beneath its pristine veneer. The story's central figure, the enigmatic housemaid Millie, is a captivating presence, her motivations and allegiances constantly shifting, keeping you guessing about her true nature until the very end.
As the plot unfolds, the tension ratchets up with each turn of the page, as McFadden deftly plants seeds of doubt and suspicion, forcing you to question the reliability of every character's perspective. Just when you think you've pieced together the puzzle, she expertly upends your assumptions, leaving you reeling and eagerly devouring the next twist or revelation.
What truly sets "The Housemaid" apart, however, is its ability to not only shock and surprise but also to delve into the depths of human psychology and the complexities of familial relationships. McFadden's exploration of themes such as trust, loyalty, and the lengths to which people will go to protect their loved ones adds a compelling emotional layer to the narrative, making the characters and their plights resonate long after the final page.
From the meticulously crafted plot to the richly developed characters and the haunting atmospheric backdrop, every element of "The Housemaid" is a testament to McFadden's skill as a writer. She masterfully keeps you off-balance, constantly second-guessing your assumptions and reveling in the delicious uncertainty that permeates every chapter.
In the end, this book is an absolute must-read for fans of psychological thrillers and suspense novels. It's a true page-turner in every sense of the word, a book that will keep you captivated from start to finish, leaving you breathless and utterly floored by its brilliant execution. Do yourself a favor and clear your schedule before diving into "The Housemaid" – because once you start, you won't be able to put it down until the jaw-dropping conclusion.
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I didn't really understand all that was going on with Nina's daughter, Cecelia. The whole idea of her being allergic to peanut butter and overall being a brat didn't work that well plotwise, unless she was just meant to be an annoying character all around. I know in Nina's pov she talked about Cecelia always having to be perfect for Andrew, still there was some confusion I had while reading. If someone could clear that up for me that'd be great.
However, my daughter told me it was actually good so I decided to give it a shot. I read a LOT. Usually Mystery/Thriller/horror/and some historical romance and out of the thousands of books I’ve read, this is probably one of my favorite series ever!
The beginning was kind of slow (as with most books) but I was hooked immediately! I finished this one in a day then read the second one the next day! Just started the third one!
I really love the writing style. It’s kind of like a diary style/first person. In this one you start with the housemaid’s point of view then once most of her story is told, it switches to Her boss, Nina’s point of view. Then back to the housemaid etc.
I’ll be completely honest, usually I can figure out a mystery/thriller easily… not with these books! I won’t spoil it, but boy! These plot twists are really well done. The author puts teeny-tiny little hints here and there in the book, but you don’t realize it until the end!
Just wait until you get to the “100 strands of hair” part lol sheesh! Definitely was not expecting it!
All this to say, you should 100% buy this whole series! 5/5 stars!
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Normalerweise sind Thriller nicht so meins.
Durch Booktook habe ich diesem Buch allerdings doch eine Chance gegeben.
Der Schreibstil zog mich ab der ersten Seite in den Bann, der Plottwist hat mich umgehauen.
Ich konnte das Buch kaum zur Seite legen.
Absolute Empfehlung für alle, die einen seichten Thriller suchen!
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I thoroughly enjoyed this book, which I binge read. So, now it’s on to The Housemaid 2.