This was my first real “suspense/thiller” novel that I have read, and for what it is I liked it. I tend to lean towards fantasy and dark romance, but I enjoyed getting out of my comfort zone for a bit with this one and would definitely like to read more of the author’s work..

Freida is back with another edge-of-your-seat thriller, THE CRASH, arriving January 28th!

McFaddens short chapters keep the pace incredibly fast and make it impossible to put the book down. I love the suspense and the constant wondering about what will happen next. The main characters in this book drove me crazy with all their misjudgments. There were definitely some unexpected twists, and one of them completely shocked me. The full truth never comes to light, but maybe that's for the best.

Freida has crafted yet another captivating suspense novel that will leave readers breathless. This is a book to savor alone, as the twists and turns will demand your undivided attention.

Oh, my. This is going to be a tough one.
Let me start by saying the easiest thing I have to say about this book. If you are a fan of Daniel Hurst but haven’t read any books by McF yet, what are you waiting for? You will love this one!
And now, the not-so-easy part.
The book has a very, very distinct McF voice. If you have read more than one book by her, you might know what I’m talking about here. You read a paragraph and you know that’s her. The way she uses words, and the way she constructs her sentences. It’s all there.
The storyline feels like a Temu version of Misery, and then it slowly morphs into The Shining, all while taking place in Maine and even referencing The Shining once in the text. To me, it looks like McF has created a tribute to Stephen King here—he lives in Maine, and the spirits of two of his books live in The Crash now.
The ending isn’t sugar-sweet. It’s stevia-sweet, and stevia is 200-400 times sweeter than sugar and I’m deadly allergic to stevia.
If I had to guess the book's title and the author, I’d say this one should be called The Misery Shining by Fred McFadden.
I know McF has a close to religious cult following. I know. I know she has allthefans and everyone loves her. But I guess it’s time I admit to myself that nope, this thing – me and McF’s books – this isn’t going to work, this isn’t going to happen. I want books that are MORE. That go deeper. I’m not interested in small talk and chitchat, and I’m not interested in simplified, watered-down Temu versions of other books I have read before.

I ate this book up! It’s got everything you could want in a dark romance. If you’re into spicy romance, this book is for you. Prefer a thriller instead, also for you. Are you Into murder mysteries, missing persons, or psychological thrillers? Yep, still got you covered!

"Hunting Pretty" by Sienna Blake is a dark, twisted ride that will have you questioning everyone! 😈 Ava's investigation into her missing friend throws her into a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a mysterious stalker. The Shadow is everything I crave in a dark romance hero - possessive, dangerous, and utterly obsessed.

I’ve devoured a ton of dark romance novels, and I absolutely adore them. But there’s always this delightful twist - the spicy parts are way more captivating than the actual plot. Don’t get me wrong, the plots in these books are fantastic, but they tend to take a backseat to the steamy scenes. With Sienna Blake’s Hunting Pretty, I kept forgetting I was reading a Dark romance book until I’d get to the spicier scenes. Now, don’t think because of that statement that there’s lack of spicy scenes in this book because let me tell you, there’s not and those scenes were damn good!! Definitely check trigger warnings. I couldn’t put the book down! But then, the ending? I was so confused, I mean, what the heck, leaving a cliff hanger like that! The way I rushed to get the second book! I highly highly absolutely 1000 percent recommend this book to everyone!

SUCH a great read!! Like every other Freida book I was hooked right from the beginning!! I really liked the one of the main female characters, and thought she was easy to relate to in ways! Only reason it didn’t get 5/5 stars is because it did take me 4 days to finish it, I felt as though the middle of the book dragged just a bit!

Freida does it again. You think you know exactly what’s going on and can be pretty sure that you are able to predict the ending but somehow it all turns around on itself. I have finished it in less than 24 hours and can’t wait until the next book.

I received this as an ARC (thanks Frieda, Mandy, and NetGalley!!) and I sat down and read it in just over two hours! This was a solid four stars... Not my favorite, but definitely an entertaining popcorn read. Frieda's books are great palate cleansers; a quick read and a treat for your imagination. If you like Frieda, you'll like this.

The Crash by Freida McFadden is an absolute page-turner! From the very first chapter, the suspense grips you and doesn’t let go. McFadden masterfully crafts a thrilling plot filled with unexpected twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making it easy to become invested in their fates. The writing is crisp and engaging, making it hard to put the book down. If you're a fan of psychological thrillers and Freida McFadden, The Crash' is a must-read. It’s a rollercoaster ride of emotions that will leave you breathless and eager for more from this talented author.

This is my first ARC and it did not disappoint. In true Freida fashion, there were twists and turns that I didn’t see coming. Just when I thought that maybe I had it figured out….surprise! Another twist. I thought the character development was incredible and the descriptions of the setting along with the storyline allowed me to visualize what was happening. This is definitely in my top 3 Freida McFadden Books! Thank you Freida for another nail-biter of a book!

This book was addicting! I just couldn't put it down, I just kept wanting to know what happens! The ending was a shock and like all of her books you never know the twist even though you know it's coming!! Highly recommend this book - it's a great read!! Thank you Freida, for another great book!

As a huge Freida McFadden fan, I was very much looking forward to The Crash! It is a quick read - I finished it on a snowy afternoon (a perfect backdrop for this book!)

While I was pleased with the pacing and plot progression, there were a few plot points that required quite a stretch of imagination. This book wouldn't be the first I’d recommend of Frieda’s books, but I was satisfied with the ending overall.

4.5 ⭐️ I was able to be chosen for an ARC of this book a few days before it released. I wasn’t able to finish it before it was released. Big fan of Freida! This book was so good and it kept me wanting to read more! Did not see the twists coming and when I say I audibly gasped at several different parts of the book, I was like a deer in headlights! Way to go Freida, you did it again!

I recently received a ARC copy, I'm so lucky to be one of the firsts to read it. I absolutely loved it. It was a definite page tuner from start to finish.. Anyone who loves mystery/thrillers should definitely read this book.

Freida McFadden is known for her gripping psychological thrillers, and she deliver yet another page-turner with The Crash. This novel is packed with suspense, twists, and an eerie sense of dread that keeps readers hooked from start to finish. The story follows a particular women, and her experiences through a series of personal events. After a frightening car crash, she embarks on an unexpected journey, and is skeptical on who she can truly trust. I wholeheartedly enjoyed the short chapters, and cliffhangers which make The Crash hard to put down. Every chapter ends with a revelation that compels you to read more. While it began a bit slow, the further and further I got into the book, the better it got. Then end had me wanting more, so maybe a sequel?

This book i couldn’t put down, i finished it in 2 hours! Just when i thought i knew who tried to kill her, jokes on me not who i thought it was.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I found one small spelling error later in the book with Hank’s name (spelled Hanks instead of Hank). This is only the second book by Freida McFadden that I have read and I can see why people enjoy her books. As a writer myself, I know what I like to read that inspires my own writing. I will not put any spoilers into this review..

Freida does it again! 4/5 ⭐️. My heart was racing from the first chapter. My one wish was that the twist was discussed a little more. I feel some of the middle stuff could have been cut down and the twists to have been more in depth. But overall once I started I couldn’t put it down.

There is no way for me to sugarcoat this....this book was awful. The main character was obnoxious and idiotic. The secondary character were just as bad and apparently every single police officer, DCFS worker, hospital security guard, etc. were useless. Clearly inept. I could not recommend this book to anyone. You would have to be a juvenile to believe that anyone or anything in this book makes sense.

This is the first book by Freida McFadden for me so I'm late to the party so it's time to go back to the earlier books. As expected there were twists and misdirections. starting with the prologue. There are some unlikeable characters, misguided and unbelievable situations then the unexpected outcome. It's fun to be surprised by a story and this is an enjoyable quick read, even if you figure it out.

⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Crash was not the best, but not my favorite Freida book. It had me hooked in the beginning for sure! But the plot twist, I felt was not as strong as the rest of hers! Tegan was in for the ride of her life for sure! I was definitely cheering for her survival! There were a few things I anticipated, but the main twist, was not as thrilling as I was hoping.

It definitely could’ve been a quick day read, but life was just busy for me and it didn’t have me hooked the entire time.

Not my first pick for her books, but not one that I would just skip. If you’re looking to get your book goals, this one’s for you. If you want a huge plot twist, this one won’t be that.