by Freida McFadden
Published
June 11, 2024
Pages
402 pages
Language
English
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$21.54
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“You must be our new neighbors!” Mrs. Lowell gushes and waves across the picket fence. I clutch my daughter’s hand and smile back: but the second Mrs.
Lowell sees my husband a strange expression crosses her face. In that moment I make a promise. We finally have a family home.
My past is far, far behind us. And I’ll do anything to keep it that way… I used to clean other people’s houses—now, I can’t believe this home is actually mine . The charming kitchen, the quiet cul-de-sac, the huge yard where my kids can play.
My husband and I saved for years to give our children the life they deserve. Even though I’m wary of our new neighbor Mrs. Lowell, when she invites us over for dinner it’s our chance to make friends.
Her maid opens the door wearing a white apron, her hair in a tight bun. I know exactly what it’s like to be in her shoes. But her cold stare gives me chills… The Lowells’ maid isn’t the only strange thing on our street.
I’m sure I see a shadowy figure watching us. My husband leaves the house late at night. And when I meet a woman who lives across the way, her words chill me to the bone: Be careful of your neighbors.
Did I make a terrible mistake moving my family here? I thought I’d left my darkest secrets behind. But could this quiet suburban street be the most dangerous place of all?
From New York Times , USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Freida McFadden comes the next installment of the unbelievably twisty, tension-packed and globally bestselling Housemaid series. This book can be enjoyed as a standalone read: and once you start, it will have you up all night racing through the pages until the final explosive twist. Read what everyone’s saying about The Housemaid is Watching : “ Fantastic … The amount of times my jaw DROPPED during this novel was crazy… I binged this whole book in one sitting … I simply could not put it down … LOVED it .” readingwithmamaeast , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Wow.
I gasped and dropped my Kindle at some of the twists … A wild, crazy ride and I read it in one sitting . It was gripping , shocking, and simply stunning … I loved it .” Curling up with a Coffee and a Kindle , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Loved, loved and more loved!!!! ...
This one kept me up all night long swiping the pages so fast that I thought my finger was going to fall off… Wow and more wow. My jaw dropped . It left me totally speechless … It’s awesome .” Blue Moon Blogger , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ 5 STARS!!!!
... Kept me on my toes and was one I could NOT put down ... The twists were jaw dropping .” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ Oh my God!
... The best book yet . I am still in complete and utter shock from the amount of twists and turns and that ending!...
It is absolutely fantastic.” Jessica's Book Biz, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This 100% kept me turning the pages , I just could not put it down…. Literally I have never read a book fast enough … My jaw hit the floor multiple times .” Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ I absolutely devoured this book . Make sure you clear your schedule because you will NOT be able to put it down!
... This is a MUST-read .” Goodreads review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “ All I can say is WOW! Freida did it again.
Truly, I just loved everything about it! Goodreads review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
In an unexpected twist of fate, the seemingly mundane life of a wealthy family spirals into chaos with the arrival of a new housemaid. What begins as a simple extension of help quickly evolves into a sinister game of distrust and deception. As hidden motives unravel within the walls of the opulent mansion, everyone finds themselves ensnared in a web of fear and paranoia.
The housemaid's watchful eyes take center stage in this electrifying psychological thriller, weaving a tale of suspense that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish.
Deceptive appearances manipulate relationships and perception. Unexpected alliances reveal stark truths amidst betrayals. Psychological tension peaks with strategic character interventions.
The arrival of the new housemaid brings a breath of fresh air to the lavish household. Yet beneath her composed demeanor lurks intentions that are as unclear as they are unsettling. Her presence slowly unveils the cracks in relationships long considered solid and the family finds themselves at the mercy of an observer much closer than they anticipated.
Secrets within the home begin to surface revealing past betrayals and hidden desires. The psychological strain on each character escalates as fear and trust ebb and flow with alarming inconsistency. As the housemaid's observations grow more intrusive doubts breed within every corner of the house.
Unexpected alliances form as family members weigh their allegiances while striving to maintain the veneer of normalcy. The thrilling unraveling of masked emotions leaves everyone vulnerable and the boundaries between loyalty and deception blur. With each twist and turn the story ventures further into a labyrinth of suspense and psychological intrigue.
As the climax unfolds readers are drawn into a taut scenario where the desire for truth clashes with the instinct for self-preservation. The ultimate revelation tests the characters' resilience challenging them to confront the most profound depths of their fears and sins bringing devastating consequences to light.
The book masterfully paints its characters with layers of complexity ensuring that their motives and emotions resonate deeply with the reader Suspense is woven intricately into the narrative creating an atmosphere of unease and anticipation that lingers long after the final page Each twist in the plot is crafted with precision defying expectations and maintaining unpredictability while the psychological dynamics between the characters serve as a powerful vehicle for the underlying themes of trust and betrayal The haunting portrayal of an observer's influence over an unsuspecting family highlights the captivating blend of psychological tension and dramatic irony making it a standout read for thriller enthusiasts seeking an emotionally charged journey.
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This is my 6th book completed by Freida McFadden, obviously 3rd of the Housemaid’s and I have to say, she’s really outdone herself. By far my favorite of the 3 and that’s saying a lot because I have said that after every single one. The twists, turns and utter shock has been outstanding to experience as a true lover of all things psychologically thrilling. I cannot recommend her books enough. The slow (for a lack of better words at 1am… because that’s how late I have stayed up to finish this, even though I have to be up in 4 hours for work) build up that is somehow just as grabbing as the page flipping frenzy of the last few chapters is my favorite part. She somehow makes it the perfect combination of informative and daunting without being too wordy and descriptive. READ THEM ALL! Onto my next tomorrow evening.
They say the 3rd book of a series is always the worst but holy, this book was way better than the first 2. Couldn’t put the book down and next thing, I’m already finished. I wish there was a little more to Suzette’s story at the end. It felt a bit rushed as if Freida was limited to her typical “under 400 pages” rule but the book itself was great!
Overall great book, many twists, really gets you thinking. I like how it talks about Millie and Enzo in a later time than the earlier books in the series. Just felt the ending was a pretty rushed for such a great series!
I just finished binge-reading the Housemaid trilogy, which I liked very much - especially books 1 and 3. I live in Italy, and I was positively surprised by the perfect Italian spelling and word usage and, mostly, by the author grasping facts that only an authentic Italian can perceive. For example, the fact that American Italian Food - and pizza - does not taste at all like in Italy :-) I enjoyed Millie and Enzo's story not only because I love the characters but also because it is a smartly plotted thriller with a warm and funny background. It is an intriguing novel that entertains and leaves the reader with a smile—a rare gem. Congratulations!
** Spoilers ** Oh boy there’s a lot to unpack here. Not one of the better Freida books I’ve read especially being in one of the best series written. First, there’s a time hop. Yes ladies and gentlemen Millie is now in her 40’s married to Enzo with two children. Right from the beginning this didn’t even feel like the same series because of this time hop. I felt like it was such a leap that Millie and Enzo were completely different characters. Secondly, there was so much repetitiveness throughout the whole book. Millie’s past about being in jail, how broke her and Enzo are, Enzo having to flea Italy; it all felt very over saturated. There was some plot holes that never got filled in which was frustrating because some things were mentioned so many times over. The book is around 400 pages long and I felt like nothing remotely interesting happened for 200 pages. It felt forced and almost like it was written in a rush to just try and continue the series. To me there was a huge plot line that never really got closed up, which could’ve been on purpose but I hope the series doesn’t continue after this. (What the heck is Janice’s story line for?!) The ending was sub par in my opinion for a Frieda McFadden book. I was so excited for this to come out but I was thoroughly disappointed. I read through it fast thinking something crazy was going to happen and I just felt meh at the end. It truly didn’t even feel like I was reading a Freida McFadden book. *sigh* Trigger warning - child abuse & intentional unaliving of a child
This is my least favorite series by this author - book 1 was EH, book 2 a little better, but book 3 was the best of them all. I am hoping that they are done with this character as there can't be anymore that can be written about her or her husband, Enzo. The reader needs to read the previous books in the series to understand what is happening (and even then they have questions)... The plot is unique, it is fast moving (mostly) and at times it is entertaining, but it is just not this reader's cup of tea. It needs more drama, angst, twists...it doesn't wow me like her other books. Overall a decent read and one that a true fan of the author should read, but again, not my favorite series or characters by the author.
I couldn't put this down so I ended up reading through the night. Its a macabre story with a lot of Justice and a happy ending. I read the other two in the series but it was so long ago I don't remember the details that are mentioned in this book. If you're going to read this one, read the other two first and be able to read all three together for a richer experience. I'm going back however to the cozy mysteries where there's humor and mayhem but on a lighter note. These psychological thrillers so well written leave a sick feeling in my stomach and my soul