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Paperback The Housemaid's Secret: A totally gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist Book

ISBN: 1837901325

ISBN13: 9781837901326

The Housemaid's Secret: A totally gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist

(Book #2 in the The Housemaid Series)

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Book Overview

"Don't go in the guest bedroom." A shadow falls on Douglas Garrick's face as he touches the door with his fingertips. "My wife... she's very ill." As he continues showing me their incredible penthouse apartment, I have a terrible feeling about the woman behind closed doors. But I can't risk losing this job-not if I want to keep my darkest secret safe...

It's hard to find an employer who doesn't ask too many questions about my past. So I thank my lucky stars that the Garricks miraculously give me a job, cleaning their stunning penthouse with views across the city and preparing fancy meals in their shiny kitchen. I can work here for a while, stay quiet until I get what I want.

It's almost perfect. But I still haven't met Mrs Garrick, or seen inside the guest bedroom. I'm sure I hear her crying. I notice spots of blood around the neck of her white nightgowns when I'm doing laundry. And one day I can't help but knock on the door. When it gently swings open, what I see inside changes everything...

That's when I make a promise. After all, I've done this before. I can protect Mrs Garrick while keeping my own secrets locked up safe.

Douglas Garrick has done wrong. He is going to pay. It's simply a question of how far I'm willing to go...

This absolutely explosive and shockingly twisty sequel to international bestseller The Housemaid will keep you racing through the pages late into the night. Anyone who loves The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose, The Woman in the Window and Gone Girl will be totally hooked! This book can also be enjoyed as a standalone.

Read what everyone's saying about The Housemaid's Secret:

"OMG!!! MIND ABSOLUTELY BLOWN!!!! Love, LOVE, LOVED this absolute page-turner!!... OMG the twists just kept on coming again and again!!!... I absolutely devoured it in one sitting!!... Addictive, mind-blowing page-turner that will keep you up with a racing heart until you've finished!!!" Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"An amazing psychological thriller!!... will grab you literally from the first line... Hold on to your jaws, because they will drop... Loved. It. So. Much!!" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"OH YEAH!!!... I flew through the pages like a bat out of hell. So, so good!! I absolutely loved every second of it!!... Will lead you down one path until you are completely turned around and screaming WTF?!" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I DEVOURED this book quicker than I ever read any other book... I was sucked in... I loved every second of it... I will forever recommend this book." Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Made my whole year!!... This book is AMAZING!!! Twists on twists on twists!... I absolutely devoured it!" Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Customer Reviews

6 ratings

Good from the beginning

I always love the awesome twists she puts in her books. It’s a good read.

WOW!! Just WOW

There’s a part in this book and once you get to that particular part, you simply cannot put the book down until you finish! What a sinister story, with some despicable villains! Beautifully and brilliantly crafted. Chefs kiss. Looking forward to the final installment. Finished it in about a week, maybe less. It’s a slow start and once the train is moving it’s full speed ahead! Many twists and turns you’ll get whiplash.

Good but I wouldn't recommend to my inner circle.

It's well written and intriguing. I just don't appreciate intenss foul language. The Lord's name in Vein. It doesn't leave me necessarily proud I read and or to recommend it.

Good!

I think this one is better than the first "Housemaid" book! I love the twists!

An engaging sequel

In "The Housemaid's Secret," Millie is back again. She’s, grateful for a job with the Garrick family but she soon uncovers disturbing secrets within the household, leading her to make a solemn vow to protect Mrs. Garrick while contemplating the extent of her own involvement in seeking justice against Mr. Garrick's wrongdoing. **This is a sequel, make sure you read the first book before this one ** 1. **Plot and Storytelling:** I'd rate it 4 out of 5. The plot was well developed. Although I preferred the first book, this one had me hooked from the start and kept me engaged until the end. 2. **Characterization:** I'd give it 3 out of 5. While the characters were fully developed, I didn't feel Millie grew or evolved much in this book. 3. **Writing Style:** A solid 5 out of 5. I love McFadden’s fast-paced, concise writing. 4. **Originality:** I'd rate it 4 out of 5. This was a brand new story, but I docked a point because it closely resembled the first book. 5. **Emotional Impact and Resolution:** Another 5 out of 5. I loved the rollercoaster this book took me on. The twist was good, and the whole thing was a fun ride. Overall score: 4.2/5 If you enjoyed "The Housemaid's Secret" by Frieda McFadden, you might also like "The Last Mrs. Parrish" by Liv Constantine. It's a captivating psychological thriller that delves into the lives of wealthy families and the secrets they harbor, with twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Great Psychological Thriller

What an excellent author. Freida McFadden has replaced Stephen King as my favorite author. What a great storyteller! This book 1 and book 2 are very good psychological thrillers. They are page-turners and unputdownable. I devoured both these books. If you like edge-of-your-seat books, this one is for you. Excellent characters that you love and hate and that Millie is something else. I found myself laughing at parts of it. Excellent job Freida. Can't wait to read more.

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Published by Ashly Moore Sheldon • October 08, 2024

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The Housemaid's Secret in What to Read Next if You Loved the Housemaid Trilogy
What to Read Next if You Loved the Housemaid Trilogy
Published by Ashly Moore Sheldon • September 15, 2024

The Housemaid trilogy by Freida McFadden has been dominating bestseller lists ever since the first book came out in 2022. And with a film adaptation in the works, this trend is likely to continue. Read on for eight more of McFadden's gripping page-turners, plus eight of the author's favorite reads.

The Housemaid's Secret in What to Read if You Loved The Housemaid
What to Read if You Loved The Housemaid
Published by Ashly Moore Sheldon • June 04, 2024

If you love a good, twisty psychological thriller, you may be a fan of Freida McFadden's The Housemaid. If you've already devoured the first two books in The Housemaid series and are eagerly awaiting The Housemaid is Watching (out June 11), here are fifteen more titles to add to your list.

The Housemaid's Secret in 2023's Best Thrillers and Mysteries
2023's Best Thrillers and Mysteries
Published by Ashly Moore Sheldon • January 28, 2024

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