The Housemaid's Secrets

"The Housemaid's Secret" by Freida McFadden, published in 2023, is a gripping thriller that serves as the second novel in a series featuring a housemaid as the main character.

This novel revolves around Millie Calloway, a convicted felon who finds work with wealthy clients in Manhattan. The story unfolds with Millie taking a job with the Garricks, where she becomes involved in a complex and dangerous plot.

The novel opens with Millie losing her job due to her felony conviction, making it difficult for her to find new employment. She is eventually hired by Douglas Garrick, CEO of Coinstock, to assist his wife, Wendy, who is purportedly ill and confined to their guest bedroom.

As Millie starts working for the Garricks, she observes suspicious behaviors and signs of potential abuse towards Wendy. Her suspicions are confirmed when she witnesses injuries on Wendy, prompting her to intervene.

The plot thickens as Millie, who has a past of helping women escape abusive relationships, tries to assist Wendy. This leads to a series of dramatic events, including an attempted escape, a murder accusation, and a shocking twist where the true identities and motives of the characters are revealed.