I really enjoyed this one! It was really fast paced and kept me guessing! I definitely did not figure it out! It’s about a woman that has a new boyfriend that seems wonderful - but strange things are happening. Who can she trust?

Dark (when it isn’t red from the blood that attracts the boyfriend in a compulsive way), tense, and unsettling, The Boyfriend is a well-crafted thriller from Frieda McFadden. I will disclose that I normally avoid serial killer fiction like the plague, but I made an exception for the author. McFadden’s ability to structure a complex story with psychological insight is admirable. She also has a wicked sense of humor; in this novel, she manages to make the worst aspects of online dating (even the vile practice of ‘negging’) seem funny -- I actually laughed aloud at the behavior of an overly persistent online suitor. Naturally most of us would resort to pepper spray and 911 in real life, but in fiction it was almost cathartic. The victims in the novel are mercifully allowed some complexity of character. Of note: McFadden’s handling of how people are willing to keep secrets in order to maintain even a difficult status quo. There are twists, but they don’t come at the loss of believable psychological complexity. Read it and talk it over with a friend -- then sign up for a self-defense course.

This was my first foray into the Freida-verse… I wanted to see what all the hype was about. And to be honest, I was let down. The story is mildly entertaining; this story being essentially about the perils of online dating and the danger of a serial killer… makes for page turning plot. But that’s about it. The writing itself is on an elementary school level and the dialogue is cheesy. It’s so simplistically written it takes away from the quality of the story itself. There’s a couple somewhat interesting plot twists, but the ending was underwhelming.

The best Freida McFadden I've ever read! The way the tension builds from a child murderer's eyes then jumps to the potential victim... EEEEK it's terrifying! I enjoyed the study in psychopathy presented by the younger perspective.

Of course, Freida NEVER fails! This is my 13th book by Frieda and I can not get enough! The Boyfriend has two changing timelines, the past and then present, and I could not figure out how they were going to connect, but when they did, I was shocked! I thought that I had figured it out, but of course, I was wrong. I liked how this book showed the perspective on how serious today's world is with On - Line - Dating and to make sure you are careful.
This was a fast paced book that I really enjoyed and the twists and turns were executed well. Thank you Freida McFadden, NetGalley and Dreamscape Select | Hollywood Upstairs Press for my advanced audio-book. I really enjoyed this one and can not wait for more!!

I loved it! In my opinion, this is one of Freida's best! Sydney is looking for Mr. Right when a close friend is murdered. The story is told from 3 points of view - Sydney, Tom (current day), & Tom (past). I listened to the audiobook. The narration was great. I could feel the fear or anger. I felt equally as surprised at the twists & turns! Great listen on a trip! (or read)

The queen of thrillers does it again. This story was good and of course I was one of those silly people that thought I knew who the mystery person was in the beginning and I was oh so wrong. This story had it all.

Great story! Surprise ending. I really liked the narrator. Can’t wait to read more from this author.

I’ve read a few thrillers by Freida McFadden, and The Boyfriend kept me on the edge of my seat from start to finish!

Sydney is dating the man of her dreams, but she can’t shake the feeling that he may not be as perfect as he appears. The suspenseful plot had me guessing about the identity of the murderer right up until the very end. McFadden masterfully weaves in twists that I never saw coming, making the story all the more captivating.

This book is a thrilling ride that kept my interest piqued throughout. Highly recommend for anyone who loves a thriller!

The narration was done very well and I thank NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to this book.

I have read most of Freoda's books, and The Boyfriend is one of my favorites!!

In this book a 34 year old, single New Yorker just wants to find her soul mate. After ending a long relationship and a really bad date later, she happens to bump into man that she feels "sparks" with. Will he be the man of her dreams, or another nightmare?

If she keeps writing thrillers like this one, then keep them coming!

The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden is pretty good. I deducted 2 stars because the FMC being mind-numbingly stupid even though she was written by a woman. How can Sydney be 34 and act the way she's portrayed? I much preferred hearing from Tom and the past. There was one twist I hoped would come to fruition, which would have massively improved the book, but it didn't happen. However, I didn't guess the bigger twists, which made me happy.

Victoria Connolly as Sydney and Adam Blanford as Tom both have a nice range that I enjoyed listening to.

Holy crap on a cracker, this book was insane and I mean that in the absolute BEST way! What a twist! You’ll be glued to your seat and there’s no way you’ll be able to predict the ending.

Freida McFadden's thrillers are always automatic reads for me! "The Boyfriend" might be my favorite of them all! It was so so good! This triller was full of twists and turns and kept me on the edge of my seat for the entire read! I really enjoyed it and couldn't stop listening!

Thank you, Dreamscape Select for this copy in exchange for my review.

I hate to say it but this will definitely be my last FM read.
Every book she writes is filled with so many fat shaming fatphobic comments including just overall body shaming.
It’s gross and unnecessary and tells me everything I need to know about Freida as a person. Once or twice ok maybe, but every single book? She seems incredibly mean and just not a good person.

Was this book good if I took the fatphobic issue out? No, not really. The characters weren’t great and the twist felt like it was just thrown in for the sake of having a twist.

🎧📖 note: the narrators did a good job with what they were working. With.

Freida does it again! Like HOLY BUCKETS daisy!! I had so many theories on the plot twist and yet again Freida had me straight GASPING! Audio review: I loved the female narrator, the male narrator was not my favorite, but I did enjoy the audio production as a whole!

I was absolutely thrilled to receive this, as I have read ALL Freida's previously published titles. This was a classic Frieda with twists you wouldn't see coming and frustrations with the main characters, but it was so fun and entertaining.

This wasn't my top favorite of Freida's but I still recommend it for thriller lovers!

Thank you to NetGalley for the eARC audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

I liked this m! I thought the story was interesting and the mystery is good! Frieda Mac sadden knows how to write a good mystery. It’s not winning a Pulitzer Prize, but good thrill.

This was my first Freida McFadden book and I enjoyed it thoroughly. I absolutely love thrillers and even more so in October so this was perfect! I was able to listen to the audiobook ARC through NetGalley and I am so glad I did!
The amount of times I thought I had everything figured out is embarrassing and I was wrong each time. I am definitely going to start reading her other books! I recommend this to all my friends out there that love a good thriller that keeps you guessing! I absolutely loved the audiobook, the voice actors were fantastic!

Another tense twisty thriller from McFadden.
This book will keep you on the edge of your seat and keep you guessing.
Recommended for thriller fans!

Frieda McFadden’s The Boyfriend delivers her signature dark and suspenseful storytelling, with plenty of tension and a final twist that proves she’s a master at leading readers astray. Sydney Shaw, a single woman navigating New York’s disastrous dating scene, thinks she’s hit the jackpot with her new boyfriend, a charming doctor who seems perfect in every way.

As a series of brutal murders unfold, including that of one of her best friends, Sydney can’t help but question everyone around her.

The story itself is compelling, especially as the suspense builds around the murders and Sydney's increasing paranoia. McFadden expertly keeps readers guessing about whether Sydney’s instincts are right, and, just when you think you’ve figured it out, she pulls the rug out from under you with a twist that feels earned.

That said, there were moments when the story dragged a bit, particularly in scenes involving Sydney's obsession over dating. However, her personality quirks don't detract too much from the overall tension of the plot. The final act ties everything up with a surprisingly dark but satisfying conclusion that leaves you with a twisted smile.

If you enjoy psychological thrillers with unpredictable turns and an undercurrent of obsession, The Boyfriend is worth a read—even if the pacing slows in places, the final payoff is well worth the wait