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Freida McFadden

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 not very good… tried to read outside of my comfort zone but um. i prefer my comfort zone actually. i wasn’t very surprised by the ending
dark emotional hopeful mysterious sad tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Title: The Housemaid
Author: Freida McFadden
Method of reading: Kindle
Rating: 4⭐️

Summary:
"The Housemaid" by Freida McFadden is a gripping psychological thriller that takes readers on a dark and suspenseful journey. The story follows Millie, a young woman who takes on a job as a live-in housemaid for the wealthy Winchester family. As she settles into her new role, Millie quickly realizes that things are not as they seem. Nina Winchester, the lady of the house, is unpredictable and erratic, and the mansion itself holds many secrets. As the tension builds, Millie becomes entangled in a web of lies and deceit, leading to shocking revelations about both Nina and herself.

Strengths:
1) The suspense is masterfully crafted, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they try to unravel the mysteries.
2) The characters Nina and Millie. The character of Nina is intriguing, as her erratic behavior and hidden motives add layers of complexity to the story. And Millie's past and secrets she harbors add another dimension to the narrative, making readers question her true intentions and what she might have done.
3) The dark undertones, which create an eerie and unsettling atmosphere throughout the novel.
4) The unexpected plot twists keeping the plot engaging and unpredictable.

Weaknesses:
1) Certain plot points feel contrived or overly dramatic
2) The pacing can be uneven at times, with some sections feeling rushed while others drag on

Conclusion:
"The Housemaid" by Freida McFadden is a thrilling and suspenseful read that captivates with its dark undertones and complex characters. Despite some minor weaknesses in plot and pacing, the book's ability to keep readers guessing and suspense make it a worthwhile read. Overall, "The Housemaid" earns a 4-star rating for its engaging and chilling narrative that will leave readers eager to uncover the truth.

It is by far the best book by this author.
dark mysterious
fast-paced

Easy read. I liked it! I was curious about this book cause I knew the movie was coming out. The plottwist was nice!
dark mysterious fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated
dark tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character

super mi sie czytalo i odrobinę mnie zaskoczyło zakończenie
bo ja podejrzewałam ze ten mąż tez jest psycholem ale myslalam ze współpracuje z żoną i ze to ich jakieś idk XD dziwne gierki, ze zona lubi podsuwać mężowi kochanki, żeby on później je tam zamykał
no trochę sie pomyliłam
mysterious tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes