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I heard so many mixed reviews on this that it took a while to convince myself to read it, boy am I glad I did! I don't understand why people were so pressed about Dawn's character. Was she a little odd? Of course, but it was relevant to the story line. I finished this book in 2 days flat, even read it while out in the hunting shack! I thought I had guessed the twist early on but in typically Freida fashion, she proved me completely wrong. Love love loved it!

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I really enjoyed this fast paced thriller. It centers around two main characters who couldn't be more different but are equally intriguing. I loved the back and forth POVs as well as the jumps throughout the timeline. This was really cleverly written and I loved how everything came together at the end. I felt justice was served in a weird way. I would love to see these two characters in another book together. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

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I thought I knew where this one was going but I definitely did not.
Freida McFadden weaves us through what can only be described as a very toxic work environment. Bullying doesn't always stop when we're kids.
Dawn is being bullied. She is being bullied by her beautiful coworker Natalie; who from her perspective is nothing but nice and support of Dawn.
That's until Dawn is missing and all the signs point to murder.
This was a great thriller we some good twists and turn in it. I enjoyed the ending. At times I thought I knew where this book was going but it would double back on me.
Found it a quick read.
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to provide an honest review of this ARC.

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**Two women. An office filled with secrets. One terrible crime that can't be taken back.**

The coworker follows 2 colleagues, both have their own views on how their work life has played out and how they see each other!
when I first started reading this I had absolutely no idea where this book was going and as usual, Freida Fashion was completely surprised when the twist played out, I didn't see it coming!

Although not my favourite of Freida's book it still was an enjoyable read!

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I always think I have everything figured out but the twist always proves me wrong.

This wasn’t my favorite Freida read. It was slow for me and I just couldn’t get into fast enough like I did with some of her other books. It didn’t get exciting for me until like 90% in but I kept pushing through. I still enjoyed it but it’s not one I would recommend someone to read by Freida if they’ve haven’t read her books before.

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I’m a huge fan of Freida McFadden and she did not disappoint with her new book The coworker. The queen of twists has done it again.
This was such a gripping and thought provoking read, seamlessly blending suspense with finespun character development. This was a great fast paced book with dual POV between Natalie and Dawn who are total opposites.
Love this book and would highly recommend.

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This was a fast-paced thriller for sure. Two unreliable female MCs keep me guessing to the end. Freida has once again delivered an incredibly binge-worthy and fast-paced read in her latest book. True to her style, she skillfully lured me into a false sense of security with a seemingly predictable plot, only to blindside me with a major twist.

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Like all of Freida’s books, The Coworker did not disappoint! Twists and turns all the way through. If you think you’ve figured it out, you’re wrong!

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This book was so fun to read. The characters were relatable and I really thought I knew how this was going to end, and I was ok with it. Definitely didn't see it coming. Thanks Frieda for keeping me in the edge of my seat. I will be reading this again for sure!

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Everytime Freida McFadden writes another book they just continue to get better and better. This book will have you on the edge of your seat. A lady that is new to the office wants to be just like Natalie Farrell. Dawn along with another guy in the office go to great lengths to set up Natalie as the murder suspect. In the end the whole tru5 comes out. A really great thriller

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The twist and turns that appeared were completely not expected! I’ve began looking forward to my train rides to and from work because that’s when I would slip away to McFadden’s imagination. I’m going to be bummed out when I complete reading all her work!

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Frieda McFadden did it again! Another twisty, un-put-downable read. There was not one twist that I saw coming and I loved being in the dark. I read a lot of thrillers, so it’s hard to find a twist that I’m not able to guess.

McFadden is definitely an auto buy author for me and I can’t wait to start on her backlist!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

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Once again Freida keeps me on my toes. Just when I think I’ve got it figured out, BAM she has to throw in a twist … all the way up until the last page. Fantastic read, I didn’t want to put it down to adult, it kept me guessing he entire time. I’ve heard people complain about the obsession one character has with turtles, but I didn’t mind.

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I was chosen to receive a advance readers copy of this book and I was so excited! Since reading “the inmate” I’ve been on a Freida binge!
Her new book is exceptional, fast paced, the plot and plot twist will make your head spin.
Natalie and Dawn work at a company called Vixed. Dawn is a interesting person, and has some quirks. Natalie is beautiful and top saleswomen in the company, she seems to have it all.
When one of them is framed for murder, tension rises and suspicions are raised.
Only was it murder?
Someone is dead.
Someone did it.
But who?

This book had me questioning motives of everyone.
If you love Freidas books you’ll love this one!

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"Two women. An office filled with secrets. One terrible crime that can't be taken back."

This book was a twisty tale. At one point I thought that I figured out the direction the story was going - but then talked myself out of those thoughts because SURELY it couldn't be that much like another popular thriller, right? Wrong. This storyline felt too close to another, very popular thriller.
Unfortunately this one just wasn't for me. The similarities to the other book didn't allow me to connect with this story. I think that it's hard to freshen up or draw inspiration from a story that has already been told so well.
I do enjoy Freida McFadden's writing style and ability to keep you guessing throughout the story. I do plan to read more from this author and look forward to reading The Housemaid.

Thank you to @netgalley @dreamscape_media and @poisonedpenpress for the gifted copy of this book.

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Wow! This book has some twists and turns!
I was super excited to read this one being a fan of Frieda's books and the Coworker/bullying theme intrigued me having been bullied by a Coworker in the past myself, so wanted to see how this would go.
I admit and some other reader have confirmed that the first 50% of the book is a bit slow with a LOT of talk about turtles. Don't get me wrong I actually really like turtles, my only tattoo is of a turtle but the book is a bit much although I get why.
Fast forward to the 2nd half of the book and it picks up pace bit...Part II OMG did not see that coming and there were more twists, turns and revelation all the way till the very very end.
Give it a read if you enjoy Frieda.
3 stars for the first half of the book, 5 stars for the 2nd half.

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Freida McFadden never disappoints! Her books are always so fast-paced and easy to read. I mean there are always some plot twists in her books that are guessable but some just blew me away! I really enjoyed this book and it's definitely a great thriller/mystery to binge.

Thank you Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for giving me an ARC of this book!

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Very quick read that kept me entertained. It was a good mystery that was fast paced. Twists and turns were believable making it more entertaining.

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Freida does it again with another fun thriller!

I didn’t love this one as much as some others of hers, but it was still very good. Maybe a little less turtle-talk?

Natalie is the popular, beautiful, best sales woman at a company named Vixed. Dawn is the quiet, calculated, turtle-loving accountant who sits in the cubicle next to Natalie.

We are taken on a rollercoaster of hearsay where all the characters’ stories tell a different tale of incidents that happened. That is, until it all comes together in a twist at the end in true Frieda McFadden fashion. I will say, I did guess the whodunit early on but it didn’t change my view about the book.

Special thanks to NEtGalley, Poisoned Pen Press and Freida McFadden for giving me the opportunity to enjoy this ARC.

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this was basic but entertaining. I liked the writing and how fast paced the story was going at but it was predictable honestly


4 stars

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