Until the murders start, Sydney thinks her boyfriend is perfect. Then she starts to wonder why he's so closed off. Why won't he meet her friends or introduce her to his family? Is he the murderer? In typical Freida style, I binge read this book. I don't know how she keeps churning out twisty books one after the other the way she does. I just know I don't want her to stop!

I just finished the book, and I really enjoyed it. The story was engaging, with some unexpected twists that kept me hooked. As I was reading, it made me think about how, in real life, we sometimes fall for the wrong people or do things we wouldn’t normally do—all in the name of love. That thought lingered with me as I read, even though the book doesn’t explicitly focus on it.

We did an audio buddy read and ended up finishing it in one afternoon. The pacing was great, and it was easy to stick with the story. Overall, it was an entertaining read, and I’d definitely recommend it if you're looking for something that’s both fun and thought-provoking, especially when it comes to how far we go for love.

My first Freida McFadden book and she definitely has a new fan! The story alternates between two timelines: the past (told from the perspective of a teen named Tom, struggling with home life, intrusive feelings, and his first relationship) and the present (told from the perspective of a woman Sydney, single in NYC as she’s also grieving after the brutal murder of her friend with the killer somewhere out there).
Both storylines feel disjointed at first, but once the pieces start to fit into place, it’s impossible to stop reading. And wow-once it finally clicked for me who the real murderer is (after I kept getting fooled by other suspects) — it was the last person I expected!! Such a great thriller twist that keeps the reader on edge for much of the novel. The narrators Victoria Connolly and Adam Blanford brought this story to life, not only as Tom and Sydney, but everyone else involved. Highly recommend!
Thank you to Poisoned Pen Press and Dreamscape Select for the advance copy in exchange for honest review.

As always Freida writes the best stories filled with unexpected twists and turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Her ability to create suspense and build tension is commendable, making it difficult to put the book down. In this book we drive into the dark side of love and obsession. The story centers around Sydney, a mid-30s woman navigating the treacherous waters of online dating in New York City. Sydney’s life takes a dramatic turn when she meets Tom, a charming and seemingly perfect doctor. Is Tom who he claims to be?

I was so excited to read The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden because I’ve heard her thrillers are really good and this was my first by her! I enjoyed this one! I liked the dual narrators on the audiobook that brought the dual POV to life. The narrators Victoria Connolly and Adam Blanford did a fine job. I liked the dual timelines of before and now. I really enjoyed the mystery of the boyfriends and finding out how the before interconnected to now. The contemporary adventures in online dating were fun. I didn’t love the ending but I’d be interested to read more from this author.

Wow Love me a good thriller. Where you think you go 80% of it figured out and the author just laughs at you and says nope you have no clue. I read this in one sitting I could not stop I listed to the audio and it was fantastic! Since its a thriller so I won't give anything away. But if your a fan of Freida this is a must read and I've read a handful of her books and there is a reason she's so popular and her books just suck you in!

Thank You NetGalley for this Audio Arc for my honest Review and a great time!

Make a drinking game: Every time the MC(f) says (in her inner monolog) 'I wouldn't do something that stupid' while doing something incredibly stupid, take a drink. Except, for the love of God, do not do that to yourself.

Binge worthy!!! As always Freida kills her either way her books and the audiobook did not disappoint for sure !!!!

OKAY. okay. okay. what an absolute whirlwind. I honestly felt like this was one of Freida's best books ever. I honestly felt like I was picking up on the clues and trying to keep a watchful eye on all the side characters. BUT I did not see that ending coming. I feel like the narrators did an excellent job in playing the part they were meant to play. Adam Blanford played a phenomenal teenage boy, and Victoria Connolly played a fantastic 34 year old woman struggling in the dating scene. I couldn't recommend this book more, if I tried. If you love the show "You" on Netflix or are a huge fan of all things thriller; then. this is 100% the book for you. 5 STARS.

I had no idea where this book was going at some points! Just like every freida book it kept me on my toes and I enjoyed every second!

I really liked this!

In true Freida McFadden fashion, this was a fast paced twisty thriller!

I did guess the twist but I still enjoyed the book and the narrators did a great job bringing these characters to life. I liked that it went back and forth between past and present, it made the story more engaging for me.

I think this is a great read for spooky season and I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a fun thriller!

3.5/5

I thoroughly enjoyed this book by Freida McFadden. It was great getting to see that worst date come full circle. IYKYK. I may or may not have yelled at Sydney for being an idiot a time or two while listening, but that’s what makes it worth the read.

Frieda, you are a mastermind. Another book that had me hook right away. I really thought I had it all figured out but just then, things flipped!

Thank you so much for this advanced audio! I absolutely loved it.

The Boyfriend
Freida McFadden
Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Psychological
Sydney Shaw mother keeps reminding her, her biological clock is ticking. Sydney wants a family, a husband and children but she never seems to find the right guy. Sydney had a live-in boyfriend for about a year, but Jake was married to his job as a police detective. She wants a man that will put her first, a man that causes sparks when they look at each other and causes her to melt when they kiss. A recent date when terribly wrong, Kevin didn’t want to take no for an answer. A dark strange, steps out of the dark and her date apologies and goes away.
Boonie one of Sydney’s girlfriends says she has found the perfect man through Cynch the dating app. Sydney finds her mutilated body. There was blood everywhere. Jake is the detective on the case. He keeps trying to warn her to stay off the dating apps. She ignores his advice. The main suspect is a man that dates the women he mutilates and murders.
She and the handsome stranger begin dating. He is all she has looked for in a man, handsome, polite, and a doctor. She begins to have doubts when she notices too many contradictions. Maybe he is too perfect. Maybe he all isn’t as it appears.
This tale is told from dual timelines and through alternating points of view. The Narrators Victoria Connolly and Adam Blanford are superb! The character: Sydney is very naïve; she is an accountant, in her mid-thirties and looking for an ever-after relationship. She lives in New York City. Her mother is applying pressure for grandchildren. She spends most evenings drinking wine and search for the perfect man on her dating app. Tom, Kevin, and Randy are not likable. Tom was too perfect, he was pretending. Randy was crude and Kevin was just downright weird. While Sydney is the first point of view, Tom is the second. We learn about his childhood, an abusive father, a girl he cares about, his aspirations to be a surgeon and his fascination with blood.
The plot is filled with unexpected twists. Just as I thought I had it, it figured out it would twist another direction. There are parts of the plot that are almost humorous such as the terrible dates.



Thank you NetGalley for the review copy

This was a good book, but I did not care for the male narrator. His voice changes were a little much and really took away from the enjoyment of the book. Freida has really brought the joy back to getting lost in a book for me. Twists and turns and keeps you guessing until the very end.

Loved it - The Boyfriend is now one of my favorite reads from Freida! The twists and turns kept me guessing right until the very last page. I couldn’t put it down and finished it in just two days. The audiobook narrators also did an amazing job. Highly recommend!

The Boyfriend is another twisty book by Freida McFadden that is suspenseful and face-paced! The story follows two timelines from different points of view, the past follows a high schooler named Tom, and the present follows Sydney, a woman who is dating and looking to find true love. The mystery begins when Sydney’s best friend is murdered in their apartment building.

Even though I knew to expect the twists, I still didn’t have it quite figured out until the end. I loved how both timelines clashed together, and when it’s all said and done, this could be my favorite Freida book so far!

I can always count on Freida to get me out of a reading slump. This book had 2 time lines which i liked,and the twist at the end was pretty good. I would definitely recommend this to my friends.

The Boyfriend had me on edge the whole time, full of suspense, mystery, and a touch of romance. Freida McFadden did an incredible job creating a suspenseful, edge-of-your-seat story that had me hooked from the first chapter. Sydney Shaw’s dating misadventures take such a dark and twisted turn, and it’s so well paced that I was constantly questioning who could be trusted. The tension kept building and just when I thought I had it figured out, another surprise was thrown in.

On top of the gripping storyline, the narrators, Victoria Connolly and Adam Blanford, were amazing! They really brought the characters to life and perfectly captured the suspense and paranoia feeling throughout. Their performance made the whole experience even more immersive and kept me fully engaged. If you're looking for a thriller that combines mystery, romance, and some serious twists, this one is a must-read/must-listen!

Phenomenal!
Freida never disappoints. Amazing plot with shockingly unexpected twist. Highlighted by the great narration.

Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for the ALC.