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A review by javafenn
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden

dark mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

If I were to judge this one based on how much I liked the characters I would give it a 3 only because the whole cheating storyline and emotional abuse by Nina was a bit tired. That said, as unreasonable this story was I loved it!! I don’t want a thriller that makes complete sense. I want one where I’m not sure what everyone’s motivations are and some wild fight ensues to cap off the climactic drama. That’s this book. It was super easy to read with short chapters which kept me hooked. I kept saying, “okay this chapter is short so I’ll read it,” and then end up reading 50 pages. Millie is fresh but if prison and needs a job where no one will ask what her stint in prison was for. Nina needs a maid to clean her house, take care of her daughter, and manage her life. It’s a meeting made in heaven! When Nina doesn’t seem to do a background check on Millie their seemingly serendipitous relationship begins. Throw in a wildly attractive husband who isn’t home often and a hot Italian Gardner that doesn’t seem to speak English and you’ve got a fun thriller set in the backdrop of wealth and privilege. This one was a bit predictable but still a really great read! I’m excited for the next one after the way this one ended. 
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