The Locked Door by Frieda McFadden opens with surgeon Nora Davis having an old fashioned by herself at the local bar when she reconnects with an ex-boyfriend, who just happens to be the bartender. But soon after, Nora's patients are turning up dead, and it appears to be a copycat killing. Who knows her secret?
A huge thank you goes out to NetGalley for the Advanced Readers Copy (ARC) of The Locked Door by Frieda McFadden. McFadden had become one of my favorite authors, so when my request to read this book was approved, I was absolutely ecstatic. I received this book for free in exchange for my honest review.

Wow! This book kept me on the edge of my seat, and I couldn't wait to figure out who was the copycat killer. I had it narrowed down to two different people, and it ended up not being either of the people I thought it might be. When the killer was revealed, I was absolutely shocked!

The main character, Nora Davis, was a bit hard to like, even though I know she was messed up from her childhood. I liked her well enough, but one of my favorite characters ended up being the stray, black cat. I was worried that the cat would be killed, and I am so glad that it survived. I am a huge animal lover, especially when it comes to cats, so any kind of animal cruelty in books (and movies) really upsets me.

I absolutely loved The Locked Door despite it reminding me a bit of Rachel Caine's Stillhouse Lake. There really isn't anything I can complain about in this book. Five out of five stars is what I gave The Locked Door by Frieda McFadden.

Wow, what can I say! Another great Freida McFadden book! So easy to read & as always my who done it continuously changed right up till the very end!!

Freida McFadden never disappoints! This was a very entertaining book. It didn't lag at all and had plenty of interesting twists and turns - some I saw coming, some I didn’t! A must read for all fans of Frieda McFadden or for anyone looking to try a new author!

I have read every Freida McFadden book there is and will continue to read any and everything she puts out. The twists and turns are unexpected and she hooks me in so easily. I read this book in one sitting because I needed to know what was going to happen.

Read this!

One of my top reads of the last few years. I appreciate the unpredictability and the twists that left me with my mouth wide open. I could not read fast enough!

This book was average for me. It was easy to read quickly and kept me entertained, but there wasn’t anything special to it. Our main character is fine, but the supporting cast is lacking. The plot is fine, but not particularly nuanced or unique. All in all a good way to spend the time but will likely be ultimately forgettable. If you want something quick and enjoy the idea of someone living in the shadow of their serial killer father then this one may be for you.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for allowing me to read an advanced copy of this book.

Yet another amazing thriller from Freida McFadden. As the daughter of a serial killer, Nora Davies, has managed to restart her life, qualify as a doctor and live a successful life. That is until some of her patients start turning up dead, murdered in the same way as her notorious father. Is it a copycat killer or is her father on the loose again? Nora quickly finds that someone is trying to set her up for the murders and reveal her true identity.

This was a fast paced story, with several twists and turns as Nora tries to uncover exactly what is going on. Like with all Frieda’s books I sped through it desperate to know what had happened.

Another great thriller read by Frieda as an excellent follow up to The Housemaid. A page turning keep you on your toes book.

I cannot get enough from this author.
I loved this book, the characters were so dark and everyone was scheming their asses off.
This also reminded me a little of that TV show Prodigal Son
That show played havoc on my psyche and so did this book. Well done

3.5 🌟’s. one of those thrillers you read in one sitting (but are we surprised it is Freida McFadden after all). was a pretty slow burn at the beginning. i loved that there were so many people that you suspected did it. kept me on my toes and i loved that! a pretty dark read (serial killer, surgeon/gory a little, basement scariest) but overall a very fun, quick read.

Frieda McFadden is impeccable with how she writes her stories always full of twists and turns! Each book keeps me on my toes and guessing.
I could not put this one down!!
What a story, left me gobsmacked! If you haven’t read Locked Door or any of Frieda’s other books I suggest you add them to your TBR immediately because you will love them all!!

I get the appeal of her books. She wrote straight, direct packed punches of a thriller. For those who are looking for thriller with twists, just you mindlessly following the story you may like this. For me, it left something more to be craved as I wasnt as satisfied with the book.

Thank you to Netgalley and Poisoned Press for the e arc

I enjoyed this book and definitely did not see the twist at the end. It was fast paced and it kept my interest throughout.

Frieda is a quick read which I enjoy this time of year. But, the books are hard to put down and this was no exception. Kept me guessing through the whole things and the ending definitely threw me a bit. You won’t be disappointed.

My first book by Freida McFadden but certainly not my last one! It surprised me in many ways. It has fast pacing, unforgettable main character, a ton of plot twists and simple writing style. Voilà, you have a perfect "popcorn" thriller on your hands. Pick this up for a portion of entertainment that is probably forgettable in the long term, but will not leave you with the bitter aftertaste in the short term. Perfect for a Saturday night in!

𝘐 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘎𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘥𝘷𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘊𝘰𝘱𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬.

I have enjoyed all of Freida’s books and this one was no exception. A quick read that sucked me in and had me flying through to get to the end. It wasn’t a twisty thriller but there was definite mystery and intrigue.

Dr. Nora is stuck in the middle of her father’s serial killer history and the mysterious deaths of her patients. It’s easy to question if Nora has anything to do with the deaths. If it’s not her, someone clearly knows who her father is.

Thank you NetGalley for my ARC of this book.

I loved this book. Freida is one of my favorite mystery/thriller offers because she truly catches me off guard every time. There were several times during this book where I thought I had it figured out, but I was truly surprised by the ending.

Something I also appreciate in a thriller, is being left on a cliff hanger after every chapter - it makes me want to keep reading because I have to know the answer, and Freida does this in a lot of her books.

Can't wait to read everything else she puts out in 2024!

The Locked Door is a gripping psychological thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. With its intricate plot and well-developed characters, the author masterfully weaves a tale of suspense and mystery. The novel skillfully navigates through unexpected twists and turns, leaving readers eager to unravel the secrets behind the locked door. The atmospheric writing style adds to the tension, creating a haunting and immersive reading experience. A must-read for anyone who enjoys a suspenseful journey into the complexities of the human psyche.
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As always, Freida McFadden sucks the reader into The Locked Door from the very first chapter. This book is packed full of twists, suspense, and tension! I wanted to skip ahead so badly just to see where the story was going and I love that McFadden's writing makes you feel so invested.

This was a good read, it started with a bang which completely drew me in. I must admit whenever a book starts like this, it does leave me wondering where is this going to go for the next couple of 100 pages.

The middle did feel like it was dragging a bit, the same situation happening over and over and I found the main character a little bit annoying. My last read was also by Freida and felt the same with that one too, so maybe it’s just her writing style that I struggle with, but her ideas are amazing!

The twist at the end was a total shock, I was not expecting it at all! This is the main reason why I have given this 4 stars!