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A review by the_bookish_brew
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
2.5
I picked up The Housemaid after seeing all the raving reviews, but I was honestly left disappointed. The plot twist was predictable—I caught on within the first few chapters—which dampened the suspense for me. The trope of the seemingly innocent maid with ulterior motives didn’t land well either; it felt forced and gave me the ick, even with the somewhat bland backstory provided.
The one redeeming aspect was the hint that this character's actions might become a recurring theme in future installments, but I won’t be rushing to continue the series anytime soon. I had high hopes for an intense, gripping psychological thriller, but unfortunately, this one fell short for me.
The one redeeming aspect was the hint that this character's actions might become a recurring theme in future installments, but I won’t be rushing to continue the series anytime soon. I had high hopes for an intense, gripping psychological thriller, but unfortunately, this one fell short for me.