The Housemaid: An absolutely addictive psychological thriller with a jaw-dropping twist (The housemaid series, 1)

The Housemaid is a fast-paced psychological thriller that kept me hooked from start to finish. Millie, the protagonist, is a complex character with a troubled past, and her journey into the Winchester family's mansion is filled with suspense and unexpected twists.McFadden's writing is sharp and engaging, making it a quick read that’s hard to put down. While some plot points may seem predictable to seasoned thriller readers, the execution and pacing make for an enjoyable experience. If you're a fan of psychological thrillers with strong characters and suspenseful twists, The Housemaid is a must-read.

I can't remember what was the trigger to buy this book but it seems to review well (and has sold huge numbers). I think I may have confused it with The Maid but I liked the sound of this book so decided to give it a go. By the look of the cover it's going to be great.I'd not heard of the author but was interested in her combination of medical and psychological thriller writing as careers. I was also impressed with her long list of novels.This book has 328 pages split into 61 chapters and was first published in 2022.From the start it is clear that something awful has happened. We are then taken back a few months to find out what. There are plenty of secrets and some very weird events. The readers senses are heightened and there is a lot of suggestion. The narrative starts looking from Millie's perspective - she is very cautious of her environment although is not an innocent party which adds plenty of layers.The concept of the plot is tight with a small cast of characters making it an unchallenging book to read but there are enough twists to keep the attention all the way through.Gradually the story moves along, all the time keeping enough tension to make you think it is all going to go wrong at any moment. The prologue has introduced the idea of a body in the attic but there is a lot to be discovered before the book gets to that.Complexity is added and, whilst it all seems implausible, I did get hooked in and I loved the ending. It seemed unlikely that this book is going to be developed into a series but that is what has happened and I'm definitely going to get the next one.

I absolutely loved this book & have already ordered the sequel. The pace, the characters, the twists - it really is a fantastic read which I struggled to put down.

I almost gave up on this book - the initial portal of Nina was disturbing and I don’t usual read this type of book but it was recommend by a friend.I persevered and I’m so pleased I did!I’m currently on holiday but I have finished this booked in 1 day- it was thrilling, scary , mad and lots of other things n between. Definitely worth a read

An easy reading page turner. Great beginning, tedious middle and an unbelievable, ridiculous ending. However it is a half decent story and for that congratulations to the author because I wish I could write stories.

Top drawer stuff with an excellent ending!! Damaged goods often do damaging things, but somewhere, somehow, some time, somebody has to stand up and say that is enough!!! And the housemaid gets it right in spades. It is a quite a ride, so buckle up and get ready for a white knuckle treat that will leave you gasping with enjoyment!! A book to relish and enjoy!!

Admittedly, the start of this book confused me, and I was suspicious of everyone initially, especially the very nice husband.It was a good, easy read, and the twists and turns kept you entertained throughout. The ending reminded me of the women related to Aqua Tofana (Google it). The later part of the book had my eyes rolling as the maids reason for being in jail is revealed and why she was hired etc.Overall pretty good.

Interesting story and great characters. Was intrigued from the start and wrapped up very well. Easy to read, well written and have already bought books 2 and 3 in the series. I’ve just found a new author.