Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to review this book.

In her latest comedic masterpiece, "The Coworker," Freida McFadden takes readers on a sidesplitting journey through the absurdities and idiosyncrasies of office life. With her signature wit and keen observational humor, McFadden crafts a narrative that resonates with anyone who has ever had the pleasure (or misfortune) of navigating the often-chaotic landscape of the modern workplace.

The story revolves around the life of Jane Smithers, an everyday office worker whose monotonous routine is suddenly upended when a new coworker, Bob, joins the team. What follows is a series of uproarious misadventures that stem from Bob's larger-than-life personality and his complete disregard for traditional office norms. From bizarre lunchtime rituals to questionable fashion choices, Bob injects a whirlwind of energy into Jane's once-predictable life.

McFadden's writing is characterized by its razor-sharp humor and impeccable comedic timing. The author's ability to find hilarity in the mundane aspects of office existence showcases her deep understanding of human behavior and the dynamics that play out in professional settings. Readers will find themselves laughing out loud at the absurd situations that unfold, all the while recognizing the kernel of truth that underlies them.

One of the strengths of "The Coworker" lies in its well-developed characters. Jane's relatability serves as an anchor for the narrative, allowing readers to connect with her frustrations and aspirations. Bob, on the other hand, serves as the catalyst for the story's zany escapades, but he is more than a one-dimensional comedic device. McFadden expertly layers his character with unexpected depth, providing moments of reflection that contrast with the book's overt humor.

Beyond the laughter, "The Coworker" also offers insightful commentary on workplace dynamics, interpersonal relationships, and the quest for authenticity in a world that often values conformity. McFadden cleverly uses humor as a vehicle to explore these themes, inviting readers to contemplate the ways in which they navigate their own professional lives.

If there's one minor criticism to offer, it's that the pacing occasionally falters in the midst of the comedic chaos. Some scenes feel slightly prolonged, which might dampen the overall impact of the humor. However, McFadden consistently manages to regain her stride, ensuring that the laughs keep coming.

In "The Coworker," Freida McFadden delivers a hilarious and insightful commentary on the quirks of office life. With her distinctive narrative voice and uncanny ability to find humor in everyday situations, McFadden has crafted a story that entertains and enlightens in equal measure. For anyone seeking a lighthearted yet thought-provoking read, "The Coworker" is an excellent choice that will leave you laughing and reflecting long after you've turned the last page.

Once I started with Do Not Disturb, I was a Freida McFadden fan for life!! This latest book is so great that I could not turn the pages fast enough!! Loved it. Read it in a day and highly recommend it to all. Looking forward to her next great thriller :).

Thank you net galley and publisher from the ARC. Freida McFadden has done it again! This book was so good, I couldn't put it down once I started it. I loved the twists and couldn't wait to finish it to see what was going to happen.

4.5 stars!

WOW, what a great thriller!!

I have been wanting to read one of Freida McFadden's book for a little while now and of course had to jump at the chance when I saw this one!

I absolutely love the reading style. I started reading this late one afternoon and just couldn't put it down. I was reading off of my Kindle that was on my kitchen counter, while also trying to make supper.

If you are a fan of thrillers, definitely check this one out. If you've never read a thriller before, this one would be a great place to start, you will not be disapointed.

This was a crazy and fun ride, I will be reading all of Freida's books, I can guarantee that much.

Thank you NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the ARC!

This has to be Freida's best work yet omg!!! I had been in SUCH a reading slump but I binge read this. I read until 4 am just to finish this. Around 35% in, I was disappointed because I was CONVINCED I knew the whole story. I was not even close. This was an incredible read, I loved it. Natalie is SO unlikeable, but at the same time, you kind of want to be her.

I was intrigued by this book just by the cover alone. I thought the concept was pretty common in the fact that it can literally happen to anyone where you can come across a mean girl at work and I enjoyed the plot twist. I think it kept you guessing and wondering throughout the entire book to see who was actually at fault and what happened. The very ending gave me the satisfaction that I wasn’t crazy for disliking the character so much and showed that not everything was what it seems.

The Coworker revolves around Natalie who is being framed for her coworker, Dawn, going missing. It goes through their history on how it led to her disappearance and possible death and what is happening to Natalie in present day following her interrogations and suspicious things she keeps finding pinpointing it to her being the reason Dawn is missing. Overall a 3.5/5 stars for me.

Thank you to the author and publisher for providing an e-ARC via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review!

As stated on the audio review, I did this one on audio and digital because I couldn't put it down! I love Freida McFadden and loved this new book. I can't say I was surprised to find that Dawn was alive after all, I figured she was, but I was surprised to find that Natalie's boyfriend was working with her. And to find out Dawn's background but I loved that the POV switched midway through! I will always read Frieda's books, they are always fun!

Another unputdownable twisty thriller from Freida McFadden! I’ve read most of McFadden’s other books so I knew to expect the unexpected, but I still couldn’t guess the non-stop twists and turns in The Coworker. A fun, easy read. Finished in one day because I needed to know how it would turn out!!

With the two female main characters narrating, we quickly learn that someone is not being honest. But who can we trust?

A must-read if you’re interested in suspense, revenge and retribution, murder mysteries, and corporate workplace drama.

Freida has done it again! I was absolutely mind boggled by the ending of this, which was amazing! Freida kept me on my toes for sure, now I believe I need to save the turtles!

An absolute queen of suspense has done it again! Freida is on fire! I would like to thank NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press (an imprint of Sourcebooks, Inc.) for granting me an ARC of The Coworker in exchange for an honest review. As usual, Freida’s most recent release is fast paced and engaging right from the start. I absolutely love Dawn and her characteristics…so much humour added to this one because of her! If you love Freida, read this immediately. If you have not read any of her books yet, read this one NOW! You won’t regret it!

I really liked that this book was unique and not the same ole same ole thriller! Part two had me like 😳 I really enjoyed this one as I always love Freida’s books! I really encourage everyone to give this one a try!! It had some storylines that everyone should read! This book was a great thriller but it also had some other things to it that really made it a great read! I won’t give away any spoilers though! Thank you to poison pen press and Freida for the early copy and happy publication day!

Freida McFadden is quickly becoming a new favorite author. The Coworker is filled with suspense that will have you wondering how this story will end. I highly recommend book and anything written by McFadden

I was fortunate enough to get an ARC from NetGalley and I want to report that this read is a real treat and does not disappoint. Frieda has brought these characters to life and you will be shaking your head along with the characters trying to figure out what is going on. On top of the great characters, Freida touches on a subject of bullying and people that are sometimes dismissed in life and not given value in society. I also love the story of friendship and loyalty that is woven into the story and of someone that values friendships above all else.

Ahhhhhh FREIDA! You do it every single time!!!!
Never see anything coming with her books! This one was so good, just like the others!

Thank you, NetGalley for this ARC !

Who hasn't had a coworker that you secretly wanted to get revenge on? This is a fast and fun read set in an office environment full of cubicles, expensed lunches, and lies. Surely, most can relate.

Loved this one! Unreliable narrators, multiple POV, emails, inclusion and the long game.


Follow successful, mean girl Natalie and neurodivergent Dawn through their time at Vixed and what comes next when always-on-time Dawn doesn’t show up for work one day.

I just finished reading this Freida thriller this morning. I flew through the pages! Per usual, it’s filled with twists, turns, and a whole lot of “wth” moments. You just never know where things are going. There’s a lot of cat and mouse games happening but who’s the cat and who’s the mouse?

This book will have you rethinking your coworkers and is a good reminder that people are never what them seem.

Add this thriller to your TBR, I think you’ll enjoy it.

One of the main characters, Dawn, has a turtle obsession. Do you collect anything special (besides books)?

The twists just kept coming and I couldn't put it down. I was up way too late reading.

The characters are unforgettable. In thirty years in the workforce I've never had a coworker come close to the oddness of Dawn Schiff.
The salespeople, especially Natalie Farrell, at a nutritional supplement comany all seem to be hiding things.

Dawn works as the accountant. She is obsessed with turtles and has no friends at work. And is often the butt of jokes.

Dawn always arrives at precisely 8:45 a.m. for work every morning. When she doesn't come in one morning, Natalie becomes worried.

The twists and turns keep you reading. The characters are well developed and you want to read in one sitting!

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?

I really enjoyed McFadden's The Housemaid, and had similar expectations for this one. I think it was similar in style, but it didn't hit me as strong this round. This is a true popcorn thriller.
The characters were all relatively unlikable and though that can be fine, I felt this made me care less about what happened. The key to reading a Freida McFadden book (and a lot of other psychological thrillers) is to suspend your disbelief and not dwell too much on the details or else the whole plot falls apart.
There were some clever aspects of this story, and I was entertained. I did figure out some of the twists, but not everything
Thank you Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for this eARC

Disclaimer: This is a translated version of the original review posted in spanish on Goodreads (This review will also be available soon on my website danielhsepulveda.com

Rating: 4.3 Stars.

Freida McFadden is an author who I heard about for the first time this year thanks to my friend Suna. I didn't know this author or her works, and although some of her novels have been nominated for various awards in Thriller categories, I didn't hear other bookfluencers talk about her books.

After hearing about the marathon that Suna did on this author's work, I knew I wanted to give it a try. I thought about reading "The Housemaid" first, however, the ARC for "The Coworker" came across on Netgalley and ended up becoming my debut read from the author.

This novel proposes a very intriguing plot: A woman named Nathalie realizes that something is wrong with her co-worker, who after leaving her an alarming message the previous afternoon does not return to her office. She is missing. Also, to add a little more tension to her situation, Nathalie answers a call coming into Dawn's cubicle phone, and as she does so, she hears a hair-raising couple of words “Help me”.

This is how Freida McFadden's most recent novel begins, a story in which Nathalie will be involved in a criminal investigation and, thanks to the details that we will learn as the book progresses, she will become one of the suspects.

This has been a good first impression of the work of Freida McFadden. I liked the pacing that the novel has. This is really a book that you can move quickly without losing the slightest interest in history. In addition, the secrets that we are discovering little by little arouse great feelings towards the characters that star in it. Characters that, by the way, are very real, because not everything is black and white on a day-to-day basis.

This novel has a couple of plot twists and moments of tension that have left me enchanted, on more than one occasion I found myself holding my breath, as a chapter ended in a scene that I did not expect to happen and from which I could not imagine how it would go on.

One of the details that I loved from the beginning of the reading is that this story takes place in Boston. You already know how much I love that city, the one that was my home for almost 4 years, and the one that I know very well. How gratifying it was to return to its streets and recognize the locations that Freida mentioned in the novel. Hopefully, her other works will also take place there, because this would make me want to read them all right away.

Anyway, The Coworker is a story that I really liked. The reason it doesn't get 5 stars is because I found the ending to be a little weak compared to the rest of the novel, but overall I really enjoyed reading this book. I recommend The Coworker to anyone looking for a Thriller read for an exciting weekend.