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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!

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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.

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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!

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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.

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I love Freida McFadden’s writing and this one doesn’t disappoint! I didn’t expect the ending or the connection at all! And she definitely leaves it open for a possible sequel! Though I don’t think she will

Join Nora as she tries to figure out her life after finding out her father is a serial killer! And oh no, it’s happening again! Is it a copy cat or is Nora doing it?! Follow through the story as she races against the clock to figure out what’s happening before she’s framed for murder (or truly caught)! You’ll have to read to find out!

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This was a fast paced Psychological Thriller that kept me on my toes. I loved the internal monologue of the main character that made you question if she had some of the serial killer tendencies of her father it made me feel like I was inside the head of someone on there way to being a killer themselves.

The twist was a bit of a let down as it seemed a little out of nowhere and didn’t line up with the direction the story was going in

Overall a fun read as per usual from this Author and would recommend to thriller fans

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HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! If you like thriller books that keeps you on edge this one is for you. With every chapter you think something different from each character, it will keep you stuck reading until the end.

The are one major plot twist and a minor one in the end. There are really unexpected, like it should be, and you will want to know more of this family.

Freida never fails with her books and this one is no exception, you will love her writing even more!

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I enjoyed this book. It was fast paced and a quick read. Nora is a doctor, but she’s also the daughter of a serial killer serving a life sentence. Minders start happening similar to her father’s style and someone is framing Nora. This book was a page turner and I enjoyed that there was a little romance.

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Freida McFadden does it again! Her psychological thrillers never fail to amaze me. Definitely did not know who to trust at times… I did see some of the twists coming in this one which is why I rated it 4 stars, but the ending definitely shocked me! I absolutely loved Nora’s character and honestly wanted to give her a hug at times. Would definitely recommend this novel to anyone who wants to get into thrillers!

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Freida McFadden knows how to write engaging, hard-to-put down, easy to read, fast paced novels. This one is no exception. It was creepy and suspenseful and I tore through it in a matter of hours. It wasn't my favorite of hers simply because I didn't connect with or honestly even like the main character, but that's a me problem. That won't necessarily be a you problem.

Thanks to NetGalley for access to this entertaining novel.

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Thank you so much for letting me read this book! I really enjoyed it and did not see the twist coming at the end!
Great character development. I really could see the main character fighting her own demons. Trying to not become what her father was.

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Another Freida McFadden book, another exciting read!

Nora was 11 when her father, a notorious serial killer, went to jail. Now, decades later, Nora is a surgeon who has kept this fact hidden for all those years. Until her patients start being murdered in the same manner that her father used to kill his victims. Someone knows who Nora is and wants her to take the fall for these crimes. But who? And why?

I loved this book. It had me reading into the night, wanting to uncover one more piece of the puzzle. It was a good pace, with quick, short chapters, revealing enough to make you think you know what's going on. The characters were relatable and the flashbacks really added depth to the characters.

This was a solid 4/5 for me and should definitely be added to your TBR list!

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I didn’t feel a connection or cared for any of the characters. I felt that this book was not believable and tried too hard to have gory details about the women who were murdered. The big reveal felt lazy and forced.

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I was really into this book in the first half, but as soon as I figured out what was actually happening, I was honestly disappointed. I've only read two Freida McFadden books, and both have felt like they were stretching for a twist that just did not make total sense and aren't realistic. I do like Freida McFadden's writing style, and she does have a way of sucking you in, I just am not a fan of her twist endings.

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This book is amazing. It definitely keeps you guessing. I love Frieda's book and this one won't disappoint.

Nora's father is a serial killer. Nora becomes a doctor to help people, but her past begins to catch up with her.

Read this. You won't regret it!

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I always enjoy Frieda's books! There's just something about the way she writes that keeps me enthralled and The Locked Door was no different.

I really liked the way she started the book. The prologue had me hooked.

She kept me guessing the whole way through. Once I thought I had it figured out, she'd write something that made me doubt myself and she kept that going all the way to the end. I didn't suspect the ending at all, which is usually not the case with thrillers and mysteries that I have been reading lately.

I will say, the one thing that did bug me a little bit was how Nora didn't seem to remember things that are seemingly unforgettable, like dating someone and why you broke up with them. I've never forgotten anyone I've dated, especially if its was a few months and I know why I've broken up with all of them. That part just wasn't very believable.

Otherwise, it was a quick read just like most of her other books. If you are a fan of Freida's you'll enjoy this one too!

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You know it’s going to be a good when you’re hooked after reading only the prologue. I could NOT put this down! I had to finish it all in one sitting.

Thank you NetGalley & Poisoned Pen Press for sending this book for review consideration.

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I think this is my favorite McFadden book so far- sort of a "You" meets "Dexter"- thriller with a twist.

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The locked door is about Nora who has lived under the shadow of her fathers crimes for the past 26 years. Her father was known as the Handyman serial killer who had over 20 victims, now 26 years later someone is killing again and trying to pin the murders on Nora.

So the writing was fantastic. Freida McFadden is an amazing author. It was so easy to get absorbed in the book and was a really quick read for me.
What I did not like was the plot. For a suspense thriller there just wasnt a lot of you know, suspense. There was little going on in the story besides the main murder and only a few moments of true danger. The character of Nora herself felt bland and though I am sure some parts of her personality were kept hidden to provide twists, I never really found her believable.

I did like the epilogue but the ending twist did not stand out for me.
The locked door is good for thriller fans looking for a short read and a somewhat unpredictable twist.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me read a copy of this novel. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Nora's serial killer father was arrested when she was a child. Now she's in her thirties and living her life until bodies start showing up that reflect his victims. Nora needs to find out what is going on before she goes away for crimes she did not commit.

This book had me thinking and questioning my assumptions until the very end. A fun little thriller to lose yourself in.

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