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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…
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New York Times, USA Today, and #1 Amazon bestselling author Freida McFadden is a practicing physician specializing in brain injury who has penned multiple Kindle bestselling psychological thrillers and medical humor novels. She 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.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Grand Central Publishing (August 23, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1538742578
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1538742570
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.2 x 0.85 x 7.95 inches
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#1 New York Times, Amazon Charts, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, 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.

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Spoiler Free Review! An intriguing thriller!
I can’t believe it has taken me this long to pick up The Housemaid by Fredia Mcfaddens! I was a little hesitant to pick it up since I’ve been hearing mixed reviews about but I’m glad I finally picked it up!The Housemaid had me drawn in since the beginning, the little teaser we get before the events of the book was an intriguing start to the novel. Our main character Millie is certainly an interesting one, it was really fun to read from her perspective during the time she works for the winchesters. The events that follow her working for them and their strange behaviors really had me at the edge of my seat!I really liked all of our characters, Millie was an amazing main character to follow and the side characters were just as good! I really liked Enzo as a side character and was happy that we get to know him a little better. Fredia Mcfaden does a really good job of writing love interest that I genuinely like (it’s a plus that the romances are considered closed door romance).The first part of the story was good but the second part was even better! I initially thought this was going to be a four star read but after the second and third part of the book my rating easily bumped up to a five star! The twist and outcome were just so good, the little epilogue is an interesting end.Overall, I finished this book in about a day! It was hard to put down, I’ll definitely be continuing on with this series!
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LeAnn R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable read, didn’t want to set it down, excellently executed
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024
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This book was the first I’ve read in a long time that pulled me in and made me not want to set it down. I often find myself bored with new books I try out, and move on after a few chapters, especially with authors that aren’t already familiar to me. But this one kept me engrossed all the way through. Frieda McFadden isn’t new to me anymore; I plan to start the next book as soon as I finish this review. The title tells you there’s a twist, but knowing it’s there, even guessing what it would be, doesn’t make it any less absorbing. The protagonists are women and you read from their point of view, but these are not wish-washy, helpless women. You do not have to wade through useless, detailed descriptions of their outfits or appearance, which always bores me. I really appreciated that author kept to the details that are pertinent to the plot, rather than seeming to indulge in a personal fantasy through her characters, which turns me off of many female authors. I’m a female reader, but I want to read a good story, not someone else’s daydream about outfits, appearance, status, shoes, blah, blah, blah. She didn’t leave any glaring holes in the plot that require suspending disbelief in spite of the fact that it involves a type of life that seems too good to be true. Although I usually prefer novels with multiple subplots and extensive character backstories, very much of those would have ruined this one. There is enough of that to make the plot work well, and more would have detracted from it. I believe the more streamlined plot will likely make this book appealing to readers who prefer less convoluted stories as well as still engaging those of us who usually tend to enjoy more involved ones. Made the subscription to Kindle Unlimited totally worth it. I may not have found this book & given it a try otherwise. I’ll be reading anything else she’s written whether it’s included in Unlimited or not. Definitely recommend.
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4.0 out of 5 stars easy read
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I understand the hype. It’s an easy read. It’s quick, it’s twisty and scandalous.
But, why the repetition? Freida McFadden does this in all of her books. It’s like she thinks her readers are dumb. Sure. Maybe we could forget certain details, still no reason to bring it up over and over again. Plus, these stories are always so far fetched and I believe that is the only reason you don’t see “that one twist” coming.
Overall. It did help me get closer to my reading goal for the year and I didn’t dread reading it. I call that a success.
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Katie
5.0 out of 5 stars Spoiler Free Review! An intriguing thriller!
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2024
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I can’t believe it has taken me this long to pick up The Housemaid by Fredia Mcfaddens! I was a little hesitant to pick it up since I’ve been hearing mixed reviews about but I’m glad I finally picked it up!

The Housemaid had me drawn in since the beginning, the little teaser we get before the events of the book was an intriguing start to the novel. Our main character Millie is certainly an interesting one, it was really fun to read from her perspective during the time she works for the winchesters. The events that follow her working for them and their strange behaviors really had me at the edge of my seat!

I really liked all of our characters, Millie was an amazing main character to follow and the side characters were just as good! I really liked Enzo as a side character and was happy that we get to know him a little better. Fredia Mcfaden does a really good job of writing love interest that I genuinely like (it’s a plus that the romances are considered closed door romance).

The first part of the story was good but the second part was even better! I initially thought this was going to be a four star read but after the second and third part of the book my rating easily bumped up to a five star! The twist and outcome were just so good, the little epilogue is an interesting end.

Overall, I finished this book in about a day! It was hard to put down, I’ll definitely be continuing on with this series!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Spoiler Free Review! An intriguing thriller!
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2024
I can’t believe it has taken me this long to pick up The Housemaid by Fredia Mcfaddens! I was a little hesitant to pick it up since I’ve been hearing mixed reviews about but I’m glad I finally picked it up!

The Housemaid had me drawn in since the beginning, the little teaser we get before the events of the book was an intriguing start to the novel. Our main character Millie is certainly an interesting one, it was really fun to read from her perspective during the time she works for the winchesters. The events that follow her working for them and their strange behaviors really had me at the edge of my seat!

I really liked all of our characters, Millie was an amazing main character to follow and the side characters were just as good! I really liked Enzo as a side character and was happy that we get to know him a little better. Fredia Mcfaden does a really good job of writing love interest that I genuinely like (it’s a plus that the romances are considered closed door romance).

The first part of the story was good but the second part was even better! I initially thought this was going to be a four star read but after the second and third part of the book my rating easily bumped up to a five star! The twist and outcome were just so good, the little epilogue is an interesting end.

Overall, I finished this book in about a day! It was hard to put down, I’ll definitely be continuing on with this series!
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Lori Thalmann Pytlik
5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024
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Well done. The character development and timing of revelations (there has to be little things revealed, right?!) is spot on. Just when you think you've got it figured out, you learn something new. The Housemaid is lucky to have her job, and due to being on parole and having little to no money, she must watch her every move to keep her housekeeping job. Her new employer keeps her on her toes, causing concern for her job stability. But then...

This next paragraph could be a spoiler alert, so stop reading if you haven't read the book! This book really touched on both mental health and domestic violence. You can see how so many signs of abuse can be swept under the rug, ignored, blamed on circumstances, dismissed because of a man's career success, good looks, or wealth. There's a feeling of poetic justice at the end.
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Maddie
4.0 out of 5 stars Twisty
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2024
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To preface, I absolutely never read thrillers. This is actually my first, and what a nerve wracking time! This is outside of my usual genres, but I’m committed to my book club. Not that this was hard to read, in fact it was hard to put down!!

I’m not even going to recap because blind is best on this book. Honestly.

The twists twist and the turns turn. I was very happy with the second half of this book and the conclusion. I think it was very satisfying to read. I don’t know if it holds up against other thrillers in the genre but for me, it was an addicting good time.

4/5 stars
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Ruby S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read … unexpected twist
Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2024
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I play a lot of story-driven hidden object cozy games, and one thing I’ve learned is to never trust the first character you meet. This book follows that same premise. You meet the main character interviewing for a position she really isn’t qualified for with a woman who seems to have it all together. So, imagine her surprise when she’s hired. However, her first day on the job, her employer’s true colors come through. One thing our heroine learned during her employment is that behind the facade of the rich and powerful lies a multitude of lies and deceit. Not everything is as it seems. Once you think you have it all figured out, you find out at the end that you really don’t.

I highly recommend this book. It was better than I thought it would be.
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Mauricio Groetaers Vianna
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente.
Reviewed in Brazil on April 21, 2024
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Fácil de ler. História envolvente, que te mantém grudado no livro. Vou procurar outros da mesma autora.
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Dani
5.0 out of 5 stars Buen libro
Reviewed in Mexico on October 26, 2023
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Fácil de leer, te enganchas luego luego. Buena calidad de libro.
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NattaLi
5.0 out of 5 stars addictive
Reviewed in Spain on May 3, 2024
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REViEW with NO SPOiLERS:

good thriller, I have listened to it from Audible and the narrator Lauryn Allman was good. It is very addictive and simple reading/listening. Short chapters that make you want to read the next.

There is an interesting plot twist that changes your point of view.

Even if you find some cliché in the writing or characters, it is a "must read" because of the psychological story told in such a "page turner" way. I am going to read more from Freida McFadden because she is such an entertainer, and I love the simplicity in her ease of writing.
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jenna
5.0 out of 5 stars good thriller
Reviewed in the Netherlands on May 2, 2024
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This is the best thriller I've read in so long! Though some people may not enjoy the writing style, I didn't mind it. The story was fast paced and entertaining. The plot twists were a little predictable in my opinion, but maybe that's just the overthinker in me. Overall, a good enjoyable book!
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Leo
5.0 out of 5 stars Sehr beeindruckend
Reviewed in Germany on April 20, 2024
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Nichts für schwache Nerven. Sehr gut geschrieben, ich bin begeistert. Werde aufjedenfall weiter lesen und es auch weiter empfehlen. Für jeden Liebhaber von Psycho Thrillern. Toll
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