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The Housemaid's Secret by Freida McFadden
4.5
dark mysterious tense fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Another fantastic Frieda McFadden Book. Whilst this storyline is not as dark and twisted as it's predecessor, it was still very enjoyable and gripping.

Following a similar structure to the first book, I loved the dual POV, plot twist unravelling and short chapters writing style – all making it a very quick read. I found myself really empathising with Millie in her confusion and betrayals throughout the plot. Loveable isn't the first thought that comes to mind with the new characters - particularly Wendy – I really enjoyed watching the characters develop and shape over the course of this story.

I do wish we got a little bit more about Marybeth as a character – whilst I loved the ‘lovers-scorned’ resolve, I feel like had we had more depth to her, it would have been more impactful.


My only critique is the romance aspects between Brock and Millie and later with Enzo felt very uneventful and surface level that I didn't really invest in the romance storyline and felt like a page filler at times – particularly as it became very repetitive with not wanting to tell Brock about her past. 

Overall a great read – whilst the format is still very true to the first book which I loved so much, it still felt like a completely different read for all the right reasons!

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