Books similar to "The Housemaid"
Discovering your next great read has never been easier! If you like "The Housemaid" by Freida McFadden, you're in the right place. Our curated list features books that share similar themes, styles or vibes.
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The Girl on the Train
by Paula Hawkins
Written by Paula Hawkins, 'The Girl on the Train' is a psychological thriller that weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue. The story follows Rachel, a woman whose life unraveling intertwines with the lives of others she observes from her daily train commute. Like 'The Housemaid,' it explores themes of deception and mental instability, with a female protagonist uncovering disturbing truths. Both novels keep readers on edge with unreliable narrators and unexpected twists.
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Gone Girl
by Gillian Flynn
Authored by Gillian Flynn, 'Gone Girl' is a masterfully crafted psychological thriller that delves into a marriage filled with secrets and betrayal. The story flips between the perspectives of Amy and Nick Dunne, who find themselves embroiled in a media circus after Amy's mysterious disappearance. Similar to 'The Housemaid,' this novel features dark, twisted psychological games and manipulations, showcasing the blurred lines between victim and perpetrator.
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The Wife Between Us
by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen
Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen's 'The Wife Between Us' is a gripping thriller that presents an intricately woven plot centered around jealousy, deceit, and obsession. Much like 'The Housemaid,' the novel misleads with its complex narrative and perspective shifts, exploring the destructive dynamics of intimate relationships. It's a story where nothing is as it seems, filled with unexpected revelations that captivate the reader till the end.
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Behind Closed Doors
by B.A. Paris
'Behind Closed Doors' by B.A. Paris is a suspenseful thriller focusing on the seemingly perfect marriage of Jack and Grace Angel. Their outward appearances hide a dark reality, with Grace trapped in a terrifying situation. The similarity to 'The Housemaid' lies in its exploration of domestic psychological abuse and the chilling dynamics of power and control within relationships, delivering a tense atmosphere and shocking twists.
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The Woman in the Window
by A.J. Finn
A.J. Finn's 'The Woman in the Window' is a psychological thriller ensnaring readers with the tale of Anna Fox, an agoraphobic woman who believes she has witnessed a crime. The novel echoes 'The Housemaid' through its themes of isolation and unreliable narratives, allowing readers to question the reality of events portrayed. Both books skillfully maintain suspense and leave readers eager to uncover the truth.
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The Silent Patient
by Alex Michaelides
'The Silent Patient' by Alex Michaelides is a psychological thriller centered around Alicia Berenson, who suddenly stops speaking after allegedly murdering her husband. As psychotherapist Theo Faber attempts to unravel her silence, dark discoveries come to light. Like 'The Housemaid,' this novel features themes of psychological complexity and gripping mysteries, with shocking revelations that challenge perceptions and keep readers guessing.
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Then She Was Gone
by Lisa Jewell
Lisa Jewell's suspenseful novel, 'Then She Was Gone,' tells the haunting story of Laurel Mack, whose daughter disappeared a decade ago. The narrative alternates between past and present, revealing hidden secrets and unexpected connections. Similar to 'The Housemaid,' the book delves into themes of loss and hidden truths, weaving a compelling mystery with an emotional undercurrent that grips the reader to the core.
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The Couple Next Door
by Shari Lapena
By Shari Lapena, 'The Couple Next Door' is a fast-paced thriller involving a couple caught up in a nightmarish situation when their child disappears. Secrets unravel as the investigation unfolds, revealing deeper betrayals. The book's exploration of suburban life’s facade and its tension-filled narrative resonate with the themes in 'The Housemaid,' as both stories utilize domestic settings to unveil shocking secrets.
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The Girl in the Mirror
by Rose Carlyle
Rose Carlyle's 'The Girl in the Mirror' is a psychological thriller about identical twins Iris and Summer, whose sibling rivalry leads to dark deceit. The novel's tension and the protagonist’s duality mirror 'The Housemaid's' focus on identity and hidden motives. As secrets surface and the twins' facade crumbles, the suspense akin to McFadden's writing keeps the reader in constant anticipation.
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Big Little Lies
by Liane Moriarty
Authored by Liane Moriarty, 'Big Little Lies' uncovers the layers of secrecy and betrayal among a group of women in a close-knit community. The novel explores themes of domestic violence, class issues, and deceit, paralleling 'The Housemaid' in its psychological depth and exploration of hidden domestic perils. Both stories artfully balance suspense and dramatic twists to examine the complexities hidden beneath facade-filled lives.