This was my first Freida McFadden book; the story was engaging and the mystery kept me hooked to the last page. As a high school librarian I appreciated the lack of "adult context" and feel this would be a good addition to our mystery section and/or our new and full adult section.

I really wanted to like this book. The whole premise was actually great, but by the end of the story it was just so unrealistic. And the turtle talk was a little much. Not one of my favorites, but it did keep me engaged.

Let me preface my review with stating I am a HUGE Freida McFadden fan, I own her merch, brag about her every chance I get, and have read everything she’s written. Which is why I’m upset that this is my first 2 ⭐️ review for her.

I read the book in under 24 hours, per the usual. However, it just missed the mark! Shocking, I know. The book takes place in a workplace and is told by two POVs who both hate each other, I mean - that much is obvious. The discussion of turtles was literally on *every* page just about, the book is 300ish pages, and turtles were mentioned over 200 times, which is insane. I now have an abundance of turtle information, if anyone is curious. The characters in this book were lacking something, I really can’t put my finger on it.

If you enjoy easy and fast paced thrillers, this may be the book for you.

Out of all of Freida’s books this is definitely on the bottom of the totem pole for me. I’ll continue to read everything she produces, but I hope her next book is better.

Thank you NetGally, Mandy, & Freida for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

A page turning thriller in the author’s unmistakeable style. Many thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the chance to read this ARC.

Thanks to the publisher and to netgally for sending me an arc of this book.

Ok, wow 😳 what did I just read! The characters, the storyline and the twists! Alot more than I was expecting. Yes, I had guessed a small part but not enough to ruin the ending. Freida McFadden is fast becoming one of my favourite authors 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

This kept me on the edge of my seat from the very start which happens with every Freida book! Such a good mystery! Highly recommend!

This was a great book. I loved every paragraph, every sentence and every word of this masterpiece! I read it in 12 hours, which is a lot for me to do! It had everything and more laid out in the novel! I sure hope There is more to come from this author! I am totally hooked!

Solid, good book. This is my first Frieda McFadden book and this peeked my interest to read Housemaid. Definitely had some twists and turns I didn’t anticipate. Also felt weird about some things that were never brought to light but I believe that was intentional. Overall solid book.

Let me start off by saying this is my first Freida McFadden book and book of this genre! This book to me started off a bit slow but once I got into it I did not want to put it down, unfortunately adult responsibilities got in the way lol. This book had it all, the characters were easy to follow, the suspense was good and the plot twist some people would think is predictable but it did have me second guessing myself. All in all I enjoyed reading this book and cannot wait to get a copy for my brother!

Thank you to #NetGalley and #PoisonedPen for the opportunity to get an advanced reader copy of this book.

Read: 08/14/2023 - 08/19/2023.

Ok, that was good.

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Freida McFadden's books never fail to leave my jaw on the floor! From the minute I think I know the plot, I'm usually wrong. The Co Worker was no different and went in a totally different direction to what I thought it would. McFadden never disappoints!

Freida always has a way to draw you in and keep you guessing, and The Co-Worker does just that! Such a quick read because I couldn’t put it down and will never look at another turtle the same!

Not my favorite by this author -
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2024
I have read all of author Freida McFadden's thriller's and this was one was by far my least favorite. I give it 3.5 stars, but rounded up for the purpose of this review. It wasn't as edge of my seat as her others, it wasn't as attention seeking as her previous books and the reader was actually able to kind of guess some of the twists in this one.

The turtle's were a bit much - it became a bit overwhelming, I mean I like turtles, but the amount of turtle stuff was too much - it was filler/fluff designed to make the book longer and this reader didn't appreciate it. The character's weren't exactly likeable and the reader didn't want to root for any of them - they were just annoying at some parts.

The plot was good, it was unique, and it had some really good parts, but also some really eh parts. I will read more by this author because I usually love her books, but for some reason this one just wasn't a favorite. Overall a good read, but not the best. Give it a read and see for yourself!

I like Freida Macfadden's characters, I can see them right before me, and I like how the stories develop into unforeseeable directions. One never knows who's to be the good and the bad guy, and in the end even the bad have your sympathy.

As someone who started with this Freida McFadden novel, I feel I shouldve delved into her writing from the Housemaid, but otherwise this was a thrilling, enjoyable read!

I love this author so much, so this was a no brainer for me! Thrilling and fast paced as always, I was second guessing what was going to happen right until the very end! I work in an office, so having one of her books with that setting was a delight for me. I was not disappointed, and you won’t be either!

I was given an advanced reader's copy via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own

This author is one that constantly delivers and never disappoints for me. The kind of books you inhale in one sitting and share with friends, Really great read and the usual twists and shocking turns.

Generally this book was good, but not Freida’s best thriller. I found it a bit predictable. I look forward to reading The Teacher that comes out soon. I will always buy Freida’s books as she’s a favorite author. This one just wasn’t as jaw dropping as usual. I adored the turtles though!

Another amazing read by Freida! She manages to inject a lot of her humour into this book, despite it being a psychological thriller. Fast paced, I read this in one sitting! Dawn is a … quirky main character but I loved her all the same! 4/5 ⭐️, thank you Netgalley and Sourcebooks!

Chilling and fast paced. The author does an excellent job of introducing and describing the characters. There are a few twists and I definitely did not want to put it down.
Many thanks to Poisoned Pen Press and to Netgalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.