If anyone could write a locked room mystery set in the woods, it's Freida McFadden. All of the twists and turns made for a really fun ride, and kept me guessing until the end!

Frieda again has made a twist in a story I didn’t predict or guess! I tried guessing a few times but was wrong with this one. If you like psychological thrillers you will enjoy this quick read!

Frieda McFadden's "One by One" is a gripping and atmospheric thriller that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Set against the backdrop of a remote mountain retreat in the French Alps, the novel unfolds as a group of corporate colleagues from a tech company gather for a company retreat that quickly turns into a deadly game of survival.

The story is told from alternating perspectives, providing insight into the minds of each character as tensions rise and suspicions mount. McFadden masterfully builds suspense through skillful pacing and well-crafted plot twists, keeping readers guessing about the true motivations and secrets of each member of the group.

Central to the narrative is the exploration of power dynamics, greed, and the lengths people will go to protect their interests. As a snowstorm traps the characters in the isolated chalet, tempers flare and alliances shift, leading to a series of chilling events that unravel the group's facade of civility.

McFadden's characters are complex and multifaceted, each harboring their own dark secrets and vulnerabilities. The interactions between them are fraught with tension, adding depth to the psychological thriller elements of the story. The protagonist, Liz, emerges as a compelling figure who must navigate the escalating danger while confronting her own past traumas.

The setting of the French Alps serves as a formidable backdrop, enhancing the novel's atmosphere of isolation and increasing the stakes for the characters trapped within its icy confines. McFadden's descriptive prose paints a vivid picture of the harsh yet stunning landscape, heightening the sense of claustrophobia and unease as the tension mounts.

While "One by One" unfolds as a classic whodunit thriller, it also delves into deeper themes of betrayal, survival instincts, and the consequences of moral compromise. The novel's conclusion is both satisfying and unpredictable, delivering a climax that ties together the various threads of suspense and character development.

In conclusion, "One by One" is a compelling and intricately plotted thriller that will captivate fans of suspense fiction. Frieda McFadden's adept storytelling and atmospheric writing make this novel a standout addition to the genre, offering readers a chilling and unforgettable journey into the dark recesses of human nature.

This is such a quick and easy summer thriller! Claire reluctantly packs up, leaving behind her two children to go on vacation at a luxury retreat in the Colorado mountains with her husband and some of their best friends. It sounds like the ideal trip, but Claire’s relationship with her husband, Noah, is on the rocks. When their van breaks down on a remote road in the middle of the woods, the group gets lost in the wilderness. One by one, members of the group begin turning up dead. There is something, or someone, in the woods hunting them, and Claire has to find out what it is if she ever hopes of returning home to her children! This is my 2nd Freida McFadden book, and it had lots of similarities with the first one I read. While I’m still on the fence about her writing style, I can see why these books are so addictive—they are easy to read, short chapters, and crazy plot twists! Definitely pick this up if you want a quick summer thriller.

I could tell that this book was one of the authors earlier works by the way it was written. While the ending did give me a bit of a shock, I found most of the book to be a bit eye rolly and cringy.

One by One follows a group of 6 college and high school friends who decide to take a trip to a remote cabin. As you can guess by the title they get picked off one by one until you are left with the last 3 people alive trying to figure out "who dun it" and why. I think this book would have been better if the author took her time in the front half of the book.

This book would be a great pick for a vacation, airplane ride, cabin in the woods, beachside read as the chapters are short and you do want to keep turning the pages.

Thank you to NetGalley and Poisoned Pen Press for allowing me to read an early copy of this book!

I did not see that ending coming, holy plot twist!!!!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC read, this book was amazing!

It was really good. I am not someone who reads a lot of thrillers and mysteries. But I try hard to guess the plot twist or murderer, this one threw me off guard. It kept me on my toes and kept me guessing all throughout, but I didn't see the ending at all.
I love her writing, I read the housemaid earlier and it was good. So picked this one up for a fun time and it delivered. I found it really gripping from page 1. I started suspecting each person and still kept guessing until it actually unraveled.
* Gripping from page 1
* Holding my breath moments
* Short chapters and interesting PoVs
* Kept me guessing throughout, still rooted for the characters
My only issue is the twist might be too far off from guessing, with no trails of clues which could help me guess the correct murderer/s or it might be I missed them totally. I was not mad about it, but I wish it could have been there.

This was super addictive, definitely a page turner. The "Anonymous" chapters were so interesting, I was just grasping at anything I thought were clues about who it could be.

The characters weren't that special or likeable and Claire's inner dialogue was very basic and repetitive.

The plot twist was surprising, however the reasoning behind this person wanting to kill everyone just wasn't that good and that's why I can't give it 5 stars.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read a copy of this book.

Claire and Noah, her husband (who she can’t stand btw) are packing and heading on their annual trip. Emma, her daughter quickly warns her about the visit saying a monster in the woods is going to eat them. After that moment, Claire keeps having a feeling that this trip is a bad idea, and not just because Noah be there.

They’re joined on the trip by a cast of characters:
Michelle- a divorce attorney who is not as close with the girls as the others, married to Jack
Jack- contractor and currently involved in a love affair with Claire. Best friend to Noah.
Warner- plastic surgeon and annoying new boyfriend to Lindsey
Lindsey- best friend to Claire

Claire is keeping secrets with her love affair with her husband’s best friend, Jack. The book switches between Claire’s perspective and an anonymous narrator. The anonymous narrator shares stories of their troubled past and the stories connect to current events as the group of 6 travel through the woods when their car breaks down on the way to their vacation spot.

One by one, tragedy strikes the group. But who is the culprit? Is it random? Connected? Revenge ?

Similar vibes to Unwanter Guest, The Hunting Party, Secluded Cabin Sleeps Six.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I loved it!! No surprise there! This is the 3rd book I have read by Freida McFadden and this one got me with the twist in the end! I feel like I should have seen it but I didn’t! It’s your typical popcorn thriller but I love those type of thrillers and Freida McFadden especially everyone in the book is awful but I ate it up! It was clean no bedroom scenes but there is some language which doesn’t bother me as much in thriller books. I would recommend it if you like thrillers where people are getting killed of one by one in the woods so good!!
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

“One by One” is another excellent read by author Frieda McFadden who never fails to deliver. This thriller is full of suspense, mystery and tension and was a very enjoyable read.

Claire Matchett is in desperate need of a break after suffering the continuous pressure from work while caring for her children’s needs. A week-long trip to a luxurious hotel in the woods with her husband appears to be the perfect tonic to help her unwind and enjoy the company of her husband and friends.

Unfortunately things don’t start perfectly when Claire’s minivan breaks down on dirt road, leaving the group stranded with no cell reception. The group are forced to make their way in darkness through the forest in order to reach the accommodation. This trek offers plenty of suspense and atmosphere as it appears this is not going to be a straightforward walk in the woods.

The deeper they go into the woods the more the suspense builds and one by one the members of the group are mysteriously struck down resulting in the remaining survivors fearing for their lives. .

I enjoyed the characters, especially Claire who is determined to survive and protect everything that she cares for. Relationships are put to the ultimate test as the group are put under increasing stress and their real characters and secrets are exposed.

“One by One” is a an exciting read that is well paced with good characters, lots of suspense and well written.

I would like to thank both Netgalley and Poisoned Pen Press for supplying a copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.

When I requested the arc of this book I hadn't realized that it was already published and read it on KU, completely forgetting to post my review here. It was my first Freida McFadden book (shocker I know), and it was a fun read but not my favorite. While it began in a funny way that our main character gets the ick from her husband, she ended up being an unlikeable character and while it can be an aid for the plot, it was not here,

It was OK. Nothing special or memorable or life-changing. She's still one of my auto-buy authors, though

Excellent fast paced read about a group of friends that take a fun trip together. Ome by one, they start to die. Who will be next? Would recommend

Unfortunately this book missed the mark for me. I normally love Fredia McFadden books but this one was not good. It was boring, repetitive, and lacked any real substance for my liking. I was disappointed.

This book was definitely a great read!! It kept you on your toes and it definitely had the turn of events that Freida brings to all of her books!!

A retreat to a secluded inn goes terribly wrong as a group of six travelers find themselves being picked off one by one.

Freida McFadden books are like a packet of Oreos. They taste great, they're satiating, they're extremely simple and not all that special. The final twist to this particular package of Oreos was a little cheap to me. I expected certain things but then was pushed to change my mind because of the way a perspective was intentionally being written...This was a quick and entertaining read, like most McFadden books, but nothing terribly creative or special.

Edge of your Seat Good!!!

Thank you NetGallary for an early review copy of One by One by Freida McFadden!

If you like a good triller this book is for you!

A very twisted ride that kept me engaged and guessing throughout the entire book!

I could not turn the pages fast enough! This book is filled with twists and turns and I loved every second of it!

You know a book has you hooked when you are thinking about it when your not reading it and can’t get back to reading it quick enough! Well, this is that book!

Freida McFadden knows how to draw you in and keep you hooked!

Well done! No spoilers with my review! This is a must read!

I love Freida! This is another win of hers! I enjoy the twists and turns of this book as all of her books. This one kept me guessing all the way to the end!

I really liked this book. I was interested from the beginning and it was an easy quick read. I wasn't sure what was going on exactly so I needed to keep reading to try and figure it out. I did not figure it out. In the end it was not what I expected and I liked that! Its been hard to find books lately that keep me intrigued, hooked, and keep me guessing. This book did all three of those things.