The Housemaid (2022) by Freida McFadden

The Housemaid (2022)

A captivating psychological thriller with a plot full of twists.

The Housemaid by Freida McFadden is a domestic psychological thriller about a live-in housemaid with a secret past who discovers that her new employers have secrets of their own. The story follows Millie Calloway, a young woman with a criminal past, who is employed as a housekeeper by the wealthy Nina Winchester, who has a seeming mental health condition.

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Millie is desperate to get a decent job and takes on the role of a housemaid in Winchester’s beautiful home. However, she soon discovers that her employers have secrets of their own and that she may be in danger.

“The Housemaid has huge story twists, powerful characters, and domestic thrillers that freeze you to the bone” and is a fast, easy read.”

The Book Guide® Editor

The novel heavily relies on several tropes but ultimately redeems itself with an interesting plot twist. It is an enjoyable read and keeps readers guessing about the true intentions of the main characters.

The Housemaid (2022) by Freida McFadden

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