This was my ninth Freida McFadden book.. Freida is the author that got me back into reading last year.
I loved this book. I was convinced I knew what was going to happen in this book but of course I was wrong.
I don’t know how Freida manages to outdo herself every book.
The ending of this book had me in shock and the epilogue…wow!
Highly recommend!

Freida is so good at twists, her characters never even see them coming. I’m starting to wonder if she sees them coming! Her last book I read was the coworker, and I’ll admit it wasn’t my favorite. The Teacher was so much better! She has a way of keeping you reading bc you HAVE to know what happens. It’s a perfect popcorn thriller. It’s like watching a movie in your head and hard to put down! Are there plot holes? Yes. Are there really unbelievable things happening? Yes. Does any of that take away from the fun, absolutely not!

Fantastic! The story builds slowly but doesn't fail to deliver suspense and twists. The integration of Edgar Allen Poe's poems works really well. The very final twist was clever but I might have left that for another story - I'm still not sure what I think about it. I did laugh but I have so many questions. I think the ending might have been better without it.

Be sure to read the blurb about the content of this book before reading. There is one scene in particular that is pretty disturbing (and not in the typical psychopathic-murder sort of way.)

There were a couple of holes in the narrative that I think I caught. I'm hopeful they will be corrected in the final copy or in a future edition.

If you like Freida McFadden's books, this one will not disappoint.

Thank you NetGalley, Poisoned Pen Press, and Freida McFadden for approving my request to read The Teacher in exchange for an honest review.

As a teacher, I was so excited when I first saw this title being released and knew I had to read it. I've always been a major fan of Freida McFadden, her books always have a great plot and the unexpected and unpredictable twists at the end always shock me. Well... The Teacher does EXACTLY that. Queen Freida has delivered once again!

The Teacher mainly follows Eve Bennett, a math teacher at Caseham High, and her student Addie, who was involved in a school scandal last year and is considered to be troubled. Eve's husband, Nate, is also a teacher at the school and when she expresses her concerns about Addie, Nate is quick to defend Addie and her behavior because not only is she isolated from her peers, it's clear that she is being bullied too. As the plot thickens, the lives between these characters become intertwined and in the worst way possible. You gotta read this to find out what happens because you won't believe it!

A twisty fast paced novel that keeps you guessing.

Eve and Nate seem to have a perfect marriage and good careers at the same high school. However, not everything is as it seems. Last year a scandal occurred at the school and one of the main students involved is in Eve's class this year. Eve struggles with how to handle this student while also being concerned about the state of her marriage.

Good characters, fast pacing and an ending you may not see coming.

Wow. She caught my attention from the beginning and held it til the end yet again. Word to the wise. Don’t start this book late at night because you’ll have a hard time putting it down. Student/teacher relationships and how they can be perceived, suspense, mind games…it’s all there! Just when you think you figured it out, think again!

Freida has won me back over happily . This work gripped me from the beginning and the twist just kept coming full speed. Nothing is ever what it seems with Freida. This story follows Two married teachers . The Husband is seen as the “hot” teacher that every teenage girl and staff member swoon over . Then the wife is a math teacher who is described as not equally as attractive as her husband . Their marriage is is broken in so many ways yet they both think the other doesn’t realize . Then we have high school junior Addie who is an outcast due to her appearance and a rumor . Addie latches on to the handsome male teacher and the twist begin. My mouth is still on the floor . This is a fast paced thriller that you won’t be able to guess the outcome. It’s funny how someone can set out to harm someone but the moment they are harmed in return it’s all gloves off .

Wow!! I love me some Freida McFadden, but this one has topped them all for me! I read it in under 5 hours. (Although, it wasn’t 5 straight hours, a lady needs her beauty sleep) From page 1 I was hooked. I was constantly guessing and re analyzing my guesses! It was so much better than anything my own mind came up with! Do not miss out on this book! Run to the stores! Definitely 5 ⭐️s!

THE TEACHER
Freida McFadden

What are your plans for this evening? Don’t pick this book up unless you have about four hours available to rapidly flip pages.

I received THE TEACHER late one Friday afternoon. I couldn’t wait to read it, so I started it right away. Two minutes in, the first chapter was done, and I knew whatever plans I had for the evening were canceled. Me and McFadden had a rendezvous, and I was ready.

THE TEACHER stars a handful of characters. Eve is a teacher, known at school as Mrs. Bennett. She is married to the handsome Nate, otherwise known as Mr. Bennett. Eve is a math teacher known for her tough grading and displeasing nature. Nate on the other hand is well-loved by students and keeps himself busy organizing a poetry club and helping wherever he can.

Addie, otherwise known as a big problem, attends the school where Mr. and Mrs. Bennett teach. This semester Addie is in both of their classrooms and what will happen this semester will blow your mind and is the plot for THE TEACHER by Freida McFadden.

If you’ve never read McFadden's book before, let me break it down for you. The writing is simple yet effective. The suspense is executed to perfection. I couldn’t read it fast enough, I was rapidly turning pages and had to physically force myself to take breaks and take a breath.

Parts of the book feel like Pretty Little Liars fan fic. Characters who go there and go there again. Characters who are bad and don’t care about being good. The kind of bad we all agree is a little good now and again.

I won’t spoil the ending. I won’t spoil the twist. Read it for yourself and come back here, tell me all about it.

THE TEACHER comes out on February 6th and if you see yourself alone or bored with the present company this coming Valentine's evening, I’ve got the best book for you to read to help you pass the time.

Thanks to Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the advanced copy!

THE TEACHER…⭐⭐⭐⭐

Eve and her husband Nate are both teachers at a local school. They live a good life-she’s a math teacher, and he’s a respected English teacher that also doubles as the “hottest” male teacher at school. Everything is going well until both Eve and Nate see their class roster has the name of a girl that was wrapped up in a scandal involving a teacher last year-Addie.

I’ve read many Freida McFadden books, and this one was as good as the rest of them. She has a way of bringing out the goodness-and darkness-of each character in a way that works towards the twisty plots.

The Teacher drawls you through the book and you think you know where it’s heading until-like normal-the ending has one final piece that was unexpected. I read this one in one day and would recommend it to friends!

If you’ve ever read a Frieda McFadden book, then just know this is very on brand for her!!

I want to thank NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for the ARC!

I devoured this book okay! It’s told from a view different POVs but it doesn’t get confusing at all! The characters are relatable yet each has a mystery about them. The plot was amazing because it’s not what you expect at all!

The first twist, is something that could be guessed however the execution is so good and interesting that even if you assumed it, it is still an enjoyable read. BUT THAT EPILOGUE TWIST IS MY ROMAN EMPIRE CURRENTLY!

If you find yourself bored or “pushing through” any part of this book, please I beg of you, read it through to the end and read that epilogue because baybeeeee you will be staring at the wall internally screaming

As an avid Freida fan, I'm quick to jump on all of her releases. Again, she has blown me away with her roller coaster writing style. It grabs you from the beginning and won't let go, leaving you wanting to jump back in line for another turn. Bravo!

Freida McFadden has done it again and quite possibly better than ever! This was SO GOOD!!! I could not put it down and absolutely devoured it. Freida is the queen of twists and the queen of making me forget all responsibilities to read her books. 10/10. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for my honest review!

Multiple POVs; fast-paced narrative and a gripping plot; the prologue pulls you in right from the jump, and the story itself is a crazy rollercoaster of a ride with so many twists that keeps you on the edge of your seat; extremely far-fetched but I don't even care because it was that entertaining; a page-turner for sure; the last twist in the epilogue had me more jaw-droppingly shocked than I've been in a longtime; I feel like 5 stars is the only option to rate this big I just want to tell EVERYONE about it.

Major trigger warning for child SA and grooming (among others)

Special thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and NetGalley for a DRC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I DNF'd this book at 52%. For the first 50% of the book I was really enjoying the fast-paced plot. I am a huge fan of dual POV, which Freida McFadden does well.

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I was very intrigued as to what direction this story would go, all the while keeping my fingers crossed there wouldn't be a romantic/physical relationship between a student (minor, under 18 years of age) and teacher. For a while it seemed like maybe the main student character, Addie, was just manifesting a crush, but nothing would be reciprocated by the teacher, Nate. At about 50% Addie and Nate's relationship becomes physical.

As a teacher myself, I decided I needed to stop reading. I did give it few more chapters to see if it would stop after the intitial scene, but it did not. I am not comfortable with minor/adult relationships being portrayed in media like books as a form of entertainment. I felt this could have been a story about a student with a crush, but did not need the physical element between a minor and adult.

It was disappointing to read this because I was loving the first half and have enjoyed what I have read of Freida's work in the past. I strongly recommend trigger warnings be included at the beginning of ALL books.

Well, Freida has done it again. Each book I read of hers is better than the last one. As usual, there are twists and turns you will not see coming. The ultimate revenge! Clear your schedule for this one. Because once you start reading, you will not be able to put this book down.

As usual, Freda McFadden delivers a wild ride with her new book, The Teacher. This is one I couldn’t put down and was a very fast read. Just when you think you have figured everything out, another twist! I didn’t think I would like this plot as much because of the subject matter, however she kept my interest and I was invested in the characters. Her loyal fans will not be disappointed.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion of the book.

This was another crazy, twisty, can’t put down book!! I devoured it in a little over 24hrs.

The Teacher follows 2 married high school teachers and a student they both have in class. There is a delicate subject involved but I think Freida handles it well. Are some parts unbelievable? Sure. Am I reading a thriller for accurate events? Definitely not.

This was a fun ride and definitely worth the read! And that final twist was shocking!!

Highly recommend this one!!

31 hours is all this took me to read (I have kids and work). My jaw is on the floor right now! I don’t think I can even pick it up at this point. Freida has once again written another book that I didn’t figure out! She is literally the queen of suspense! If you enjoy thrillers, check this book out! It hits shelves Tuesday 2/6! #freidareadah #freidamcfadden #theteacher #karasbookkollective

I am going to be so honest the first half of the book had me CONFUSED on how this book was even a book. There as some QUESTIONABLE sentences and I was just.. “am I reading this right?” But once it started tying together I was flabbergasted and totally understood the first half. I was shook at the ending realizing there isn’t ONE innocent person in this whole dang book.