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A review by itsmemiana
The Housemaid by Freida McFadden
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
I know I'm definitely in the minority here because most people love this book and I'm honestly so happy for you. I love when people love books regardless if I like them or not. 🫶🏼 and my opinion on this book doesn't actually mean anything about this author's talent. and I hope she keeps thriving with her success. ❤️
okay with that, I'm going to explain my thoughts on this book. they are definitely complicated.
I'll start with the things I liked. the ending. it was actually great.
now to the things I didn't like as much. the first half of the book. I wanted to give up on this book so badly but I pulled through it because I was hoping it got better and it definitely did, especially on the third part.
my least favourite thing about it were the characters. I hated every single character even tho some of them got their redemption in the end. the only one I didn't completely hate was the Italian gardener, Enzo. but even him, I had some issues with.
so yeah, I have no idea if I'll ever read the second book.
(also, I got it from the library. support your local libraries!!!!)
okay with that, I'm going to explain my thoughts on this book. they are definitely complicated.
I'll start with the things I liked. the ending. it was actually great.
now to the things I didn't like as much. the first half of the book. I wanted to give up on this book so badly but I pulled through it because I was hoping it got better and it definitely did, especially on the third part.
my least favourite thing about it were the characters. I hated every single character even tho some of them got their redemption in the end. the only one I didn't completely hate was the Italian gardener, Enzo. but even him, I had some issues with.
so yeah, I have no idea if I'll ever read the second book.
(also, I got it from the library. support your local libraries!!!!)
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Mental illness, Torture, Toxic relationship, and Murder
Moderate: Infertility
Minor: Rape and Suicide attempt