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reads_with_whit 's review for:
The Boyfriend
by Freida McFadden
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Thrillers aren’t usually my thing—I’m more of a cozy romance or emotional, character-driven story kind of girl. But The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden? I get the hype now. I picked it up after seeing so many glowing reviews and figured, “Why not?” And ohhh my gosh—I was instantly hooked. I listened to the audiobook (which was so good, by the way), and before I knew it, I started contemplating every charming guy I’ve ever met. 😅
Sydney was such a relatable main character—she’s got her life together on paper, but like so many of us, she’s still trying to figure out love. Her relationship with Tom starts off like a literal dream, but the cracks start showing fast. The twists? Constant. The pacing? Fast and addicting. And just when I thought I had things figured out, Freida flipped it on me. She really knows how to mess with your head.
If you’re even thinking about dipping into thrillers, start here. It’s super readable, twisty without being confusing, and full of those “WAIT, WHAT?!” moments that make you want to text someone immediately. Even if you’re not a thriller girlie—you might be after this one.
Sydney was such a relatable main character—she’s got her life together on paper, but like so many of us, she’s still trying to figure out love. Her relationship with Tom starts off like a literal dream, but the cracks start showing fast. The twists? Constant. The pacing? Fast and addicting. And just when I thought I had things figured out, Freida flipped it on me. She really knows how to mess with your head.
If you’re even thinking about dipping into thrillers, start here. It’s super readable, twisty without being confusing, and full of those “WAIT, WHAT?!” moments that make you want to text someone immediately. Even if you’re not a thriller girlie—you might be after this one.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Animal cruelty, Violence, Blood, Stalking, Death of parent, Murder, Sexual harassment