The Housemaid

by Freida McFadden
The Housemaid cover
Good Books rating 3.88
Thriller/Suspense
Technical:
  • ID: 1203
  • Added: 2025-10-01
  • Updated: 2025-10-11
  • ISBN: 9781803144382
  • Publisher: Bookouture
  • Published: 2022-04-26
  • Formats: 26
  • Reviews: 4
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Paperback • £7.99 Hardback • £20.00

When a young woman takes a job as a housemaid for the wealthy Winchester family, she believes it's her chance to start over. However, she soon realizes that the Winchesters' polished exterior hides a web of lies and secrets. As she navigates the family's strange dynamics, she finds herself drawn to Andrew Winchester, despite his evident pain. But when she tries on one of Nina Winchester's dresses, she triggers a series of events that reveal the family's true, sinister nature. The housemaid's life takes a terrifying turn as she discovers that her attic bedroom door locks only from the outside, trapping her in a nightmare. With the Winchesters' secrets becoming increasingly dangerous, she must use all her wits to survive. This gripping thriller is filled with twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

Reviews
PhDiva · 2024-09-01
entertaining 4.00

The book is described as an entertaining and bingeable popcorn thriller with great twists and an easy read. It's praised for its fast-paced and engaging plot.

The reviewer found 'The Housemaid' to be a highly entertaining and bingeable read. They enjoyed the fast-paced plot and the twists that kept them engaged throughout. While it's not a deep or character-driven story, it's perfect for those looking for a light and thrilling read. They appreciated the easy flow of the story and the way it kept them hooked from start to finish.

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    Now, The Housemaid is entertaining AF.

    It's a popcorn thriller and it's an easy, bingeable read.

    Nothing too deep here, and some great twists.

Literary Quicksand · Joli · 2024-02-18
mind-blowing 2.00

The reviewer found the book to be mind-blowing and gave it a rare 2-star rating, placing them in the 1% of readers who felt this way.

Joli was completely blown away by 'The Housemaid,' giving it a rare 2-star rating. They found the story to be unique and captivating, standing out from typical thrillers. While it's not a conventional rating, their review highlights the book's ability to leave a strong impression. Joli appreciated the fresh perspective and the way the book challenged their expectations.

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    This honestly completely blew my mind.

    I gave the book 2 stars, which means I'm in the 1% of readers.

    It's a rare find that stands out in the thriller genre.

Luke Harkness · 2023-11-04
great 4.50

The book is praised as a great thriller that exceeded expectations, turning out to be one of the best reads in a long time.

The reviewer picked up 'The Housemaid' for an easy read but was pleasantly surprised by how much they enjoyed it. They found it to be one of the best thrillers they've read in a while. The story is engaging and well-paced, making it a great choice for thriller lovers. They appreciated the way the plot unfolded and kept them hooked throughout.

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    The Housemaid is a great thriller that I just picked up for an easy read but which turned out to one of the best I've read in a long time!

    I just couldn't put it down.

    The plot is engaging and well-paced.

Goodreads · 2022-04-26
excellent 5.00

The writing style is excellent and the characters are well-loved, making it one of the best novels of 2022. The book is praised for its engaging and thrilling narrative.

This reviewer absolutely loved the book, highlighting Freida McFadden's excellent writing style as a major strength. They found all the characters to be compelling and well-developed, which contributed to their overall enjoyment. The book is described as one of the best novels of 2022, indicating a high level of satisfaction with the reading experience. The reviewer clearly appreciates the book's ability to keep them engaged from start to finish.

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    From McFadden's excellent writing style to all the characters I absolutely loved, this is easily one of the best novels of 2022.

    The characters are so well-developed and engaging.

    The book is a thrilling read that keeps you hooked until the very end.

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