I love anything Freida McFadden! This was another great book from her and I look forward to reading more by this author in the future.

Fast read which I really enjoyed reading.
Second book I read from this author and definitely not the last.

A group of friends decide to go on a weekend in a remote area in the forest.
It sounds like a great plan, except when their car broke down and they are left stranded in the middle of nowhere. All the secrets are coming out, creating tensions, and one by one, friends start to disappear.

Thank you to Netgalley for providing an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
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ahhh who doesnt like Freida’s book?? i read this in one sitting!! always sitting on the edge of my seat while reading her books

One by One by Freida McFadden  is a psychological thriller about a group of friends lost in the woods.

First, let me thank NetGalley, the publisher Poisoned Pen Press and of course the author, for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

 

My Synopsis:    (No major reveals, but if concerned, skip to My Opinions):
Claire Matchett hopes this hiking trip will be a chance to relax.  It will be a good break from work as a special-eds teacher, a break from her own kids, and maybe a break to reflect on her own marriage, and whether she wants to stay with Noah.  A week-long stay in a luxurious hotel in the woods sounds like just what she needs.

So Claire and Noah, her best friend Lindsay and new boyfriend Warren, Noah's best friend Jack and wife Michelle, all head for their week-long trip.  But no one is as they seem.  They are all keeping secrets, and some of them are deadly.

When the van breaks down on a dirt road, the six try to follow the map, using a compass as a backup, but they become hopelessly lost in the woods.  One by one, they disappear.  




My Opinions:
The writing for this book was really good, and the author created a very suspenseful, atmospheric tale.  Very taut, very creepy.

The story is told from Claire's perspective, with occasional chapters from "Anonymous" (ie the killer).

If only I had liked at least one of  the characters.  Although none of them were likeable, and all had secrets, some of those secrets ended up being quite innocuous.  On the other hand, I trusted no one, which was why the book was so good.  I honestly did not identify the perpetrator....and that is just a wonderful feeling.  I love to be surprised by the twists.  The ending was also a twist!

Overall, this was a really entertaining, fast read, that kept me turning the pages.

Another good book. I was glad to be able to access it without having to put in a request. Keep sending out emails to all users! It is the best way to get us to read the book

Freida McFadden is the queen of quick fun thrillers. While this one wasn't my favorite by her, it still kept me constantly wanting to know what happened next and how would it end.

I’ve so far enjoyed every Freida McFadden book I’ve read and this one was of course a fun ride. Her writing pulls you in and make you want to read it all in one sitting. I often loose sleep if I’m reading one of her books

Thank you NetGalley for the copy of One by One! It was definitely a thriller that kept me on my toes! Just when I thought I had it figured out Freida threw in a curve ball! I will always pick up a book by Freida because I find them to be quick, easy & entertaining reads.

Claire thought she was getting a vacation from work and her kids. Claire also thought she would have alone time with her husband to work on their marriage. Claire’s marriage has hit a rough patch. While traveling to their hotel with their friends, their vehicle breaks down. They have no cell phone reception and the friends decide to walk the rest of the way to the hotel. Hiking to the hotel, Claire, her husband, and her friends get turned around in the woods. One by one, her friends start disappearing from the group. Is something or someone hunting them?
I enjoyed the book. It kept me interested because I wanted to know what was happening to the characters and who was the killer. I did guess who the killer was before the ending.

I want to start this review by saying I am *not* a housemaid bandwagoner. I read it, I liked it, I didn’t love it, and I was over it quick.
BUT I’ve now read two books by Freida that aren’t housemaid associated, and I really liked them both!
One by one was extremely fast paced, and easy to fly through. It was your run of the mill suspense, with a really good twist! It is definitely a good pallet cleanser if you’re looking for a quick thrill!

Queen of the twist. I love Freida and everything she comes out with. Just when you think you have it, you never do,

This was my second Freida McFadden book and man did it hit. This is a big winner.

A group goes on a vacation, they get lost, and things happen one by one. It was a fast paced book that did a lot for me. I know that it probably could have been better, but I ate it all up.

Will definitely read more from her!!

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!

I’m giving this a couple of stars because the mystery kept me curious about who was responsible until the end. However, I struggled to connect with the characters—they didn’t sit right with me from the start. Most of them were pretty unlikeable, which made it harder to feel invested in the story. That could just be a personal thing, though!

I did appreciate the fast pace, but some parts felt a bit repetitive. Overall, it was a quick read, but it didn’t fully click for me.

Thank you netgakey for a copy of Freidas latest! She has become my go to author for doing chores throughout the house since her books are quick and right to the point! This one gave me " And Then There Were None " vibes with a group of adults going on a getaway and one by one they get murdered. We also have a narrator who is anonymous, but we know that it is one of the adults on this trip. Its a wild ride!

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

3 STARS

One by One is a quick paced, gripping read with some entertaining moments, though it falls short of surprising its readers. While the plot is engaging at times, it becomes somewhat predictable as the story unfolds. The characters are decent but lack the depth needed to make the stakes feel truly high. Overall, it's a quick, enjoyable read for fans of the genre, but it doesn't quite leave a lasting impression.

There is always something about this author that makes me want to read all of her books, even when they are sometimes very dramatic or unrealistic... they are always entertaining! This particular read did not have likeable characters for me. I found myself being annoyed with all of them.

Overall this was not a great Freida read but, it was still an easy read and enjoyable.

One by One by Freida McFadden is a fast-paced, twisty psychological thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. The story revolves around a group of people trapped together in a remote location, where a series of mysterious events unfold. What I loved about this book was how quickly McFadden set the stage for suspense—within the first few chapters, I was already completely invested in the characters and the mounting tension. The isolated setting and the sense of danger that looms over the group had me flipping through pages at lightning speed, eager to figure out who could be trusted and who had something to hide.

McFadden’s ability to create tension through her characters and the situation they’re in is truly impressive. As the plot thickens and secrets begin to unravel, I found myself second-guessing everyone, constantly trying to figure out what would happen next. The twists were well-timed and genuinely surprising, and the ending left me speechless. One of the things I appreciated most was how McFadden explored themes of paranoia, trust, and betrayal, all while keeping the suspense high. One by One is a perfect read for anyone who loves a good, unpredictable thriller that’ll keep you guessing until the very last page.

One by One is a masterclass in psychological suspense, taking readers into a harrowing wilderness where trust is scarce, and danger lurks behind every tree.
The book follows Claire, who along with her husband and friends, is supposed to be on a getaway. However, when their minivan breaks down on a desolate road, they are forced to navigate woods, only to find themselves in a deadly game where they are hunted one by one.
So bingeable and twisty. This is a must read for thriller friends! You will be guessing until the very end.

I love Freida McFadden as much as the next person! Was happy to get approved for this one! Her twist are always legendary! Give this one a read, you won’t regret it!