This is my second Freida McFadden book that I am reading and I was so engrossed in this book. It is well written and the plot keeps you guessing till the very end. I was so surprised - definitely wasn't expecting that ending! McFadden for sure has become my favourite author and my go-to author when I definitely need a good book. She knows how to capture her readers. Definitely recommend.

What a ride! This was my first Frieda McFadden book (despite having multiple on my tbr) and I loved it. The entire time I was kept on my toes wondering what the outcome was going to be and I surely didn't see it coming. I'm usually pretty good with figuring it out but this one got me. Highly recommend for anyone who likes a good thriller.

Thank you, Poisoned Pen Press, for the advance reading copy.

This one is dark for sure but I sure do need a sequel. It will be really good I know for sure.

The writing is gripping and entertaining. The author does not know how to disappoint.

The book is available and now is going to be released with a new edition which I feel is awesome as most of us were not aware about it until I got the ARC.

A messed up family. A main character which you will not be able to hate. Another surprising two characters and other three side characters to watch out for when you read this book.

Just go into it blindly. You will be thoroughly entertained.

The plot involves a serial killer. That’s all you need to know. Trust me.

For me, you can never go wrong with Freida McFadden. I always find her books to be a fun and entertaining read, and this one is no exception.

When Nora Davis was 11 years old her whole world turned upside down when she went into her father's workshop in the basement. No one was ever allowed down there, and the door was always locked, but not today. Her curiosity got the better of her, and she went down to take a peek but she got way more than she bargained for. Her Father was arrested and convicted as a serial killer.

Nora changed her name and went on to be a surgeon, nothing like her Father. But when one of her patients turns up murdered, in the same horrifying way her Father killed those women all those years ago, her secret is finally out. Who is this murderer? Is it a copycat? Or is there more to Nora than anyone realizes?

There may have been some bits and piece's that weren't explained as well as I would have liked, and I would have wanted to hear more about Nora's childhood. But honestly, I love how Freida drops little crumbs to lead you one way, only to find yourself down a completely different path.

I Thank you NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was definitely a little more creepy than her others and felt horror-y at times. I was surprised at the twist, but there didn’t seem to be anything bigger than the reveal which I was surprised by. A few loose ends, but a quick, engaging, entertaining read.

This was a very compelling read even though there were some things that I wish were a bit different. I wanted to know more about Young Nora. However, the story was incredible. It was fast paced and hard to put down. I’m hoping that one day we might have another book that will go a bit deeper into Nora’s upbringing.

Loved it! I really thought I had it figured out this time, but I didn't, lol. The twists keep you thinking but don't make you feel like it's obvious. It definitely isn't! Great ending!

The Locked Door is another hit by author Freida McFadden! In her usual writing style, there are lots of twists and turns and the story keeps you guessing right up until the end. Nora is a surgeon who is the daughter of a serial killer. Now that she has made a new life for herself with a new name, the killings have begun again. Is it a copy cat? Is she truly her fathers daughter in every way? Pick this book up if you enjoy staying up all night to finish it. You won’t be able to put it down!

Another great book by this author. I didn’t see that coming. It’s so well written I couldn’t figure it out.

*Back Cover Blurb*
A twisty psychological thriller from the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Housemaid!

Some doors are locked for a reason…

While eleven-year-old Nora Davis was up in her bedroom doing homework, she had no idea her father was killing women in the basement.

Until the day the police arrived at their front door.

Decades later, Nora's father is spending his life behind bars, and Nora is a successful surgeon with a quiet, solitary existence. Nobody knows her father was a notorious serial killer. And she intends to keep it that way.

Then Nora discovers one of her young female patients has been murdered. In the same unique and horrific manner that her father used to kill his victims.

Somebody knows who Nora is. Somebody wants her to take the fall for this unthinkable crime. But she's not a killer like her father. The police can't pin anything on her.

As long as they don't look in her basement.

WOW! This read had me in a choke hold, i was convinced from the moment i opened this book that i knew what was happening and gosh that spin had my mouth wide open *GASP* This could have easily been a 5 star for me if there was more about the letters and their contents but overall it was easily a 4.5 star for me. I love all books by Freida and i will be recommending this book to all my thriller girlies!



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very glad that this book did not disappoint me.

I was looking forward to reading this book after a very anticlimactic thriller by the same author that I listened to a few weeks ago. But fortunately, this one was way better and ended being quite good.
The main character is not the most likeable character and I liked that about her — though her personality was not that appealing to me. (I don’t have to like a character for them to be interesting to me, if that makes sense.) Actually, she is quite unreliable. And I definitely did not believe her to be innocent in her father’s affairs. Her family background is the most interesting part of her. Some other characters were not as intriguing as her, but that’s fine because she was interesting enough.
The storyline is definitely the most engaging part of the novel. I don’t read books with serial killers often but they’re generally very gripping. This one was not an exception; the flashbacks chapters gave a glimpse of that serial killer — and his deranged daughter. I had theories going back and fourth throughout the novel but the final reveal was not what I was thinking about. It managed to surprise and impress me, and I absolutely loved it. The very last chapter is also very compelling… again, loved that.

Thank you to Netgalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I want to start by saying thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the e-arc of this book. All of my thoughts and opinions are my own.

I like Freida McFadden books, she writes fast-paced thrillers and when you pick up one of her books you know that you'll have an easy read. As for this book it was not my favourite that I have read by the author. About 42%. in I had already predicted who the culprit was going to be at the end. It was still a decent thriller read! Would recommend in the future.

The Locked Door features a daughter of a serial killer caught up in a murder investigation. Women are being killed in the same manner as her father’s victims. Is she involved or is she being set up?

I thought this book was very average. I kept waiting on something to happen the entire book, but nothing really did. There was a lot of talk about the cat and her job, but nothing to really tie it all in to the plot of the book. I ended up skimming the last chapters just so I could know what happened. I didn’t hate it, but it also wasn’t anything special.

Thanks to NetGalley & Poisoned Press for my copy in exchange for my opinion.

✨ The Locked Door ✨⁣
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⁣Frieda McFadden’s books are SO STINKING FUN. ⁣
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⁣The Locked Door was the fourth one I’ve read and I’ve found all four to be quick and entertaining. The Locked Door tells the story of Nora, a successful surgeon, who is hiding the fact that her father is a famous serial killer. When her patients start disappearing, Nora soon finds herself on the police’s radar. ⁣
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⁣This book is one of those twisty, completely silly, but ridiculously fun thrillers that some people hate! Personally- I adore them and think they are perfect palate cleansers between heavier reads! ⁣
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⁣Four stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for giving me this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Freida McFadden is an auto-buy author for me. I was so excited when I was approved for this ARC because it was already on my tbr. The Locked Door is another addicting thriller. I was captivated from the beginning. This story follows Nora Davis who is a doctor. Nora had a traumatic childhood when it was discovered that her father was a serial killer of young women. 26 years later, and she is trying to rebuild her life as a well-known doctor, and she even changed her last name. She doesn't want any of her patients to correlate her with her father. However, things take a turn when a young female patient of Nora's is murdered in a way so similar to her father's crimes. The situation causes Nora to have to recall and relive her past to try and figure out who could be committing these crimes while her father still resides in prison.

The Locked Door provides a dual timeline that goes back and forth between Nora's life now and what happened 26 years ago. I really liked getting to see into her past to be able to understand her character. This story, true to a psychological thriller, provided a shocking twist near the end of who the murderer was. My guess on who the murderer was of course incorrect. This thriller provides the mystery aspect while also giving a creepy feeling while you read it.

I would highly recommend The Locked Door, and it releases on October 3rd!

This is Freida’s spookiest novel in my opinion and I couldn’t get through it fast enough! I did a hybrid read on this one and I listened to parts and read parts. The narrator was fantastic and this book was so captivating. I loved it, was spooked but not too spooked, and couldn’t put it down. Loved this one!

I flew through this book! McFadden makes you instantly connected to the characters, even the ones that you don't actually like. I was surprised at all the twists and turns. She kept me guessing. 5 stars!

Nora's father is a convicted serial killer, he was arrested when she was child and she has grown up, moved on, and changed her name but suddenly things are happening that bring up memories of her dad, and it's all a bit too close to home.

The Locked Door is a nice easy read, I didn't hate it, but I didn't love it either. I know that Frieda is very popular among thriller readers but I do struggle to connect with her writing. But it has some good twists and it was good for picking up when I was tired and wanting to switch off.

If you're a Frieda McFadden fan then I'm sure you'll love it.

This was a book I couldn't put down!

Great and weird characters - I really suspected everyone while reading but the PLOT TWIST got me ! This is what makes it a fun read! You read, you have your suspects and then in the end "NOOOOOO, WHAT???"

Loved it!

I enjoyed this book! I enjoy all of Freida’s books because they keep me intrigued and hooked on the story line. The Locked Door is fast paced and will have you guessing who the killer is and just when you think you’ve figured it out there is the twist! This book is being republished on 10/3. Thank you NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.