Freida McFadden has written a number of books, but it’s The Housemaid series that has really got people talking – and one man has ranked all of her books from ‘worst to best’
The Freida McFadden phenomenon is happening right now, and legions of readers are completely hooked on her mind-bending novels that keep you captivated from the very first page to the last. The standout amongst her works is undoubtedly The Housemaid series, with endless BookTokers practically screaming about its brilliance across social media.
Countless admirers have been absolutely stunned to discover that she’s actually a working doctor, who specialises in brain injuries. Freida operates under a pseudonym to keep her medical career distinct from her life as a chart-topping novelist. Yet some literary enthusiasts are eager to highlight that Freida McFadden’s catalogue extends far beyond just this particular series, and devoted readers of The Housemaid will find she has plenty more treasures to offer.
Among these devoted followers is Richie Reads, who frequently posts his literary views and book collections on his platform.
He revealed his intention to order them according to his personal preference, ranking them from “worst to best”.
Naturally, there are ten titles he hasn’t yet tackled, though he chose not to mention these at all in his video.
So, here’s Richie’s ranking:
21. The Gift.
20. The Coworker.
19. The Teacher.
18. The Housemaid’s Wedding.
17. One By One.
16. The Perfect Son.
15. The Widow’s Husband’s Secret Lie.
14. The Housemaid is Watching.
13. Do Not Disturb.
12. Do You Remember?
11. The Wife Upstairs.
10. Ward D.
9. The Crash.
8. The Housemaid.
7. The Ex.
6. The Boyfriend.
5. The Housemaid’s Secret.
4. The Locked Door.
3. The Inmate.
2. The Tenant.
1. Never Lie.
Many readers will be surprised to find ‘The Housemaid’ at number eight, yet they’ll be keen to delve into the other titles he’s endorsed.
For those seeking extra inspiration to explore his top five, your search ends here.
5. The Housemaid’s Secret
Step inside a house full of secrets, where every locked door hides a disturbing truth. In The Housemaid’s Secret, Freida McFadden will keep you guessing – right up to the shocking final twist.
4. The Locked Door
What if your father was a notorious serial killer – and now, twenty-six years later, someone is copying his crimes? In The Locked Door by Freida McFadden, Dr. Nora Davis thought she’d escaped her dark past, but a chilling new murder threatens to unlock secrets she’s desperate to keep hidden.
3. The Inmate
A nurse returns to her hometown, only to find herself working at a prison – and face-to-face with the man convicted of killing her high school sweetheart. But is he really guilty, or is the real murderer still out there, watching her every move?
2. The Tenant
Step inside a building where every door hides a secret, and the new tenant is about to discover that some mysteries are better left locked away.
If you love chilling twists and can’t resist a puzzle, The Tenant by Freida McFadden will keep you turning pages late into the night.
1. Never Lie
The story takes place in a remote mansion where secrets echo through every room – and every lie could be deadly.
In Never Lie by Freida McFadden, nothing – and no one – is what they seem. Are you ready to uncover the truth before it’s too late?
So would you add any of these titles to your reading list? Or have you binged them already? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.