The Housemaid

The Housemaid is one of those books that pulls you in fast and doesn’t let go. The pacing is quick, the tension builds steadily, and every chapter makes you want to keep reading “just one more.” Frieda McFadden does an excellent job creating an unsettling atmosphere where nothing feels quite right. The twists were smart and genuinely surprising, especially because the story keeps shifting your assumptions. I loved how the psychological suspense builds rather than relying on over-the-top drama. It’s dark, addictive, and incredibly entertaining. If you enjoy fast-paced psychological thrillers with strong twists and an unreliable sense of what’s really going on, this book is absolutely worth the read.

Nina Winchester’s elegant home hides dangerous secrets, and when a young woman takes a job as the housemaid, she discovers just how twisted the family truly is. Every day brings small deceptions, subtle power plays, and the constant question: who’s really in control? This book had been sitting on my TBR for far too long, but with the movie out, I finally picked it up and I wasn’t disappointed. As expected from Freida McFadden, it’s full of suspense, tension, and twists that keep you turning pages. I guessed the big twist, but the journey to get there was gripping and thoroughly enjoyable. A must-read for fans of domestic suspense and psychological thrillers.

This was probably the quickest I’ve ever read a book. I’m usually the type who takes a couple of months—sometimes more—before finally turning that last page. But this one had me hooked from the start. I finished it in just two weeks, and honestly, I couldn’t put it down. Every chapter ends in a way that practically forces you to keep going. It’s that perfect blend of tension and curiosity that makes you say, “Okay, just one more,” until suddenly it’s midnight and you’re still reading. And the ending? Let’s just say it had me immediately ordering the next book in the series. If you’re looking for a story that pulls you in and refuses to let go, this one absolutely delivers.

For many years, I read nothing but non-fiction. I wanted to learn something. Something that I could apply to my life, that would improve it, make it better. Knowledge that would transform my personality. Transform me into a happier person. I wasn't interested in just more distraction. Lately, though, I've opened my mind to venture into works of fiction. In my search to find the right book, I noticed that this author had many six-digit, positive reviews. This one, The Housemaid, had the highest review count. I purchased the paperback copy. I know that this may seem strange to some, but there is just this sense of satisfaction when you see a book on your shelves, that you began and finished. I really enjoyed this story. It seemed plausible. Something that could really happen. I loved that in the beginning; I fell under the impression that a certain character was the flawed one, the dysfunctional one, the one who was bat crazy. She made me angry, because in real life, there are certainly people like that. Then, as the story progressed, I realized that this person, whom I thought was loco, was really highly intelligent. She had masterminded the entire tangle. There is a little bit of romance, also, that had me rooting for the two people who were attracted to each other. I truly enjoyed the twists and turns, and being surprised when things turned out to be the opposite of what I was led to believe. The ending was satisfying, and I enjoyed the book so much that I immediately ordered another from this author. I also enjoyed that one so much that I finished it in three sitting. Two with The Housemaid. I highly recommend any book that this author has written. She certainly rekindled my love of reading!

Oh Wow!!! This book is totally awesome and I enjoyed reading it from cover to cover. This book is the best psychological thriller that I have ever read. I love Freida McFadden and her books are always good but this one is excellent. This book has twists and turns that I never would have though of. I highly recommend the book to you all and I know you are going to love "The Housemaid." I sure did. Please let us know what you think. Millie recently got released from prison and now she is having a very hard time hanging onto a job of any kind. And then she applies for a job as housemaid for Nina Winchester. The Winchesters' are one of the most prominent families in this town. If I get this job I will be all set and can finally move out of my car, The house where I would be working is gorgeous and the job is an in-house position, and the pay is great. The family consists of Nina, her husband Andrew and her eight year old daughter Cecilia. And hooray Nina finally calls I got the job! I start the next day, Cleaning, cooking and occasionally taking care of Cecilia. This job is going to be easy. My bedroom is in the attic but I do have my own bathroom. Boy was I wrong about the easy job, Cecilia is a spoiled little brat and cries about everything, Nina is a night mare she has lost it and she can not be all there. The second day I am there I come down and she is destroying the kitchen all because she left her PTA notes on the counter and now they are gone. She says I stole her notes. The only good thing with the job is the husband Andrew, he is so nice and very handsome too. Will I be able to put up with Nina and all of her fits? Will she fire me? Can I ever get alone with Cecilia? And most of all can I keep Andrew off of my mind and respect that he is a married man?

The book came in very good condition, and I started reading it right away ...finished it in one sitting! I absolutely loved The Housemaid by Freida McFadden. Millie’s character was my favorite...strong, sarcastic, and so real. Her little bits of humor made the dark story even more enjoyable. The short chapters kept me hooked and made it so easy to keep saying “just one more.” It’s fast-paced, twisty, and completely addictive, a perfect psychological thriller!

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The Housemaid is a fast paced thriller with sharp twists, a tense atmosphere and a story that keeps you guessing to the end. The writing is easy to follow, the pacing stays tight and it is the kind of book you can finish in a day because you want to see what happens next. With the movie about to release this is a great time to read the original story and see all the details that set it up. If you want a gripping, twisty thriller this one is a very strong pick.

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I enjoyed this story about Mille, a housemaid who struggles to find work due to her criminal record. Millie meets Nina who hires her as a housemaid, but instantly she struggles with her new employer's changing moods. She knows more is going on in the household; all the while falling for Nina's husband, Andrew but not getting along with his daughter, Cecilia. Millie meets Enzo, the family's gardener who acts strangely and warns her about the family, telling her to be careful and that more is going on. She is confused and dislikes Nina who treats her badly, finding a way to resolve the strange incidences. What I loved about this story was the action-filled drama, suspense, twists and turns, and brilliant, deep characters. I so recommend this first book in this series. Loved it.