The twists are less surprising the second time you know McFadden's style, but the tension is still real and the story goes to darker places than the first book. A solid continuation.
by Freida McFadden
As he continues showing me their incredible penthouse apartment, I have a terrible feeling about the woman behind closed doors. But I can't risk losing this job – not if I want to keep my darkest secret safe . . .It's hard to find an employer who doesn't ask too many questions about my past. So I thank my lucky stars that the Garricks miraculously give me a job, cleaning their stunning penthouse with views across the city and preparing fancy meals in their shiny kitchen. I can work here for a while, stay quiet until I get what I want. It's almost perfect. But I still haven't met Mrs Garrick, or seen inside the guest bedroom. I'm sure I hear her crying. I notice spots of blood around the neck of her white nightgowns when I'm doing laundry. And one day I can't help but knock on the door. When it gently swings open, what I see inside changes everything...That's when I make a promise. After all, I've done this before. I can protect Mrs. Garrick while keeping my own secrets locked up safe.…
The twists are less surprising the second time you know McFadden's style, but the tension is still real and the story goes to darker places than the first book. A solid continuation.
A stronger follow-up than most thriller sequels. McFadden finds new angles on similar themes without retreading the first book. Millie remains a fascinating protagonist because she's morally complicated in ways that feel honest, not edgy. Worth reading if you liked the first.
Clare Leslie Hall
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