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The Housemaid's Secret

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A great follow up to The Housemaid. This author keeps you in suspense the whole time as always. I don’t want to give too much away since it’s book two, but don’t miss it!!

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The Garrick family is wealthy, powerful, and they seem to have everything. However, as the plot unravels, we discover that the Garricks have their own secrets. Douglas Garrick, in particular, has committed heinous crimes, and the housemaid is on a mission to bring him to justice. What sets The Housemaid’s Secret apart from other books in the thriller genre is its emphasis on the main character’s personal growth. McFadden does an excellent job of exploring the protagonist’s inner turmoil, and we get to see her evolve as she takes on the challenge of taking down a corrupt and abusive man. It is empowering to witness the housemaid take charge and use her intelligence to get the upper hand.
Thanks to NetGalley and Bookouture for giving me an advance copy.

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Freida McFadden you have done it again! Every time I pick up one of your books I’m floored at your creativity. I picked The Housemaid’s Secret up not knowing what to expect after the ending of The Housemaid. This book truly took me away, and is definitely one of my top 3 favorites! The amount of twists really had me scratching my head, the ending had me shocked, honestly. I am floored, and ready for the next release!

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Enjoyed this intriguing thriller written in the author’s trademark style. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the chance to read this ARC.

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Freida did not disappoint with the sequel to the Housemaid. The anticipation was worth the wait! Her fast paced writing and "never guess it" twists make her writing a go to. I can not wait for the third installment of this series!

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I enjoyed this book, and my rating of 3 stars does not mean it was bad. I am a tough grader. 3 stars means I enjoyed the book, but was not blown away. I will read the third one as well. If I can figure out the twist the rating is a 3 and I did for this book. Usually Freida stumps me!

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Freida McFadden does it again. I read "The Housemaid" in two days and the second book is no different. "The Housemaid's Secret" is full of twists and I would highly recommend if you like domestic thrillers and a quick read.

Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for my digital arc in exchange for my review.

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Freida Mcfadden is fast becomming one of my go to authors. Her books tend to be twisty, suspensful and end with a jaw dropping twist. This book was no different! I absolutely loved the housemaid, one of my favourite books of the year.. This book is a sequel to the first and follows our same favourite character, Millie. The prologue had me gripped and I was eager to find out what was 'really' going on.
Whilst I loved this book, it does follow a very similar format to the first, which makes it somehwat easier when guessing what is going on. The plot is ridiulous in parts but this is actually what a lot of Freida fans love. Suspend belief and you';ll really enjoy this!

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I absolutely loved this book! I was ready for the twists after reading The Housemaid and I love that we had Millie & Enzo together. Frieda knows how to hook you and keep you reading nonstop til the end!!!

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The Housemaid’s Secret by Freida McFadden is a thrilling page-turner that kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. The story follows the life of a housemaid, who is desperately trying to keep her past a secret. Her employer, the Garrick family, provides her with a sense of normalcy and stability, but when she hears crying and discovers blood on Mrs. Garrick’s nightgowns, her world is turned upside down.

The main character’s inner conflict is expertly portrayed by McFadden. She is constantly struggling between doing what is right and staying silent. As the story progresses, her motives become clearer, and readers can see that she has a dark past. The housemaid is determined to protect Mrs. Garrick, and in doing so, she risks exposing herself.

The Garrick family is wealthy, powerful, and they seem to have everything. However, as the plot unravels, we discover that the Garricks have their own secrets. Douglas Garrick, in particular, has committed heinous crimes, and the housemaid is on a mission to bring him to justice.

What sets The Housemaid’s Secret apart from other books in the thriller genre is its emphasis on the main character’s personal growth. McFadden does an excellent job of exploring the protagonist’s inner turmoil, and we get to see her evolve as she takes on the challenge of taking down a corrupt and abusive man. It is empowering to witness the housemaid take charge and use her intelligence to get the upper hand.

The pacing of the story is perfect, with McFadden expertly weaving together plot twists and character development. The book also touches on the issue of abuse, highlighting the power dynamics in relationships. The message is powerful, and the story leaves a lasting impact on readers.

Overall, The Housemaid’s Secret is an excellent read for anyone who enjoys suspenseful thrillers. It is well-written, with a well-developed protagonist and a gripping storyline. I give it five stars and highly recommend it to anyone who loves a good mystery with a satisfying ending. McFadden’s novel is a masterful work of suspense that keeps readers engaged from beginning to end.

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Frieda McFadden has fast and furiously become one of my favorite authors to read when I’m looking for something twisty and fast paced.
This was a great follow up to The Housemaid. At first I wasn’t sure how the stories would connect but it worked.

Great read!

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The House Maid’s Secret. What an amazing suspense story. Millie was absolutely unbelievable good. Her story was told through her eyes and oh my gosh this girl has seen and done a lot. I so thought the the plot was going this way, but hold up there’s another plot.
The plot thickens so much in this book, it potentially becomes a nail biter in the end. The ending was a slam dunk on how to a good book. But the story of how Ms. Whilomena landed where she currently resides weaves a story that you couldn’t think that a young innocent girl like Whilomena could be involved in. I new something was intriguing about a young girl alone walking the streets of the Bronx by herself at night. Brock please straighten up.
I still have hope for you. The characters were brilliant. I absolutely loved the amazing writing and the entertainment. I give this story two snaps and a, whispering tone, “Wendy don’t turn around.” Until next time my fellow readers. Read on!

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I really enjoyed Millie's next chapter in her life
Yet again Frieda gets you again with a fantastic twist at the end
Keep writing Frieda

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Thank you to NetGalley, Bookouture, and Freida McFadden for an advance copy of The Housemaids Secret in exchange for an honest review. I must’ve forgot to write this review but holy smokes- FREIDA DOES IT AGAIN! It’s hard to say anything without giving away details but just know that Freida takes the reader on a ride full of whiplash. As always, I love how she fills her books with twists and turns that have me questioning everything until the end. This one is out now and definitely deserves a home on your bookshelf!

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I had waited for this book since I finished the last page of The housemaid. I flew through this, there was nothing I would change besides I still want more! Frieda can do no wrong.

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Another great read! Freida is my go to author. I have recommend every single book of hers to family and friends. Every single book is a hit and i am able to finish the book in one sitting.

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A great popcorn style thriller! This book is fast paced, fun and twisty and it’s addicting and unputdownable. Just when I thought I had things figured out, McFadden shocked me with brilliant twists and turns. This sequel doesn't exactly continue from the end of the first novel, but provides enough of context to help us bridge to the events of this book. Though this can work as a standalone, I recommend you read the series in order

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I really enjoyed the first book in this series, The Housemaid. I will be honest, when I first starting reading this book it did not flow well and I wasn’t sure if I would like it. However, the book picked up quick and turned out to be really good. Millie has just gotten a job for a wealthy family as a maid. The gig seems too good the be true. She is making a lot of money and the house is easy to clean because it is barely lived in. Odd things start happening and Millie try’s to figure out what is going on. Is she getting herself into something she can’t get out of? I highly recommend both The Housemaid and The Housemaid’s secret. #bookreview #bookrecommendations #thrillerbooks

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I absolutely love this author's work. Millie is one of my most favourite female characters ever and it was so good to be reunited with her after The Housemaid. This time round, Millie has herself a tasty new boyfriend who adores her and is really keen to settle down. After losing her job, she takes another working for the Garrick's, a couple rich beyond Millie's wildest dreams with a super luxury penthouse. But Millie can sense something isn't quite right, and then she comes across Mrs Garrick and everything starts to unravel. Absolutely fabulous stuff.

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Holy moly!!! What a great book!!! I highly recommend You read this NOW. Full of twists and turns, you won’t be disappointed. I’m proud to be a “Freida Redah”.💕💕💕

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