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The Wife Upstairs

Freida McFadden
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The Wife Upstairs

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Freida McFadden

The Wife Upstairs

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

414

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2020s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Wife Upstairs by Freida McFadden follows a newlywed couple, Victoria and Eli, as unsettling events in their home reveal deep secrets. As Victoria becomes increasingly suspicious of her husband, the tension escalates, uncovering truths that will change their lives forever.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

218,967 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Freida McFadden's The Wife Upstairs captivates with its intense psychological intrigue and unexpected twists. Readers praise the fast-paced narrative and gripping plot. However, some critique its predictability and the lack of depth in certain characters. Despite these minor flaws, the novel remains a compelling read in the thriller genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Wife Upstairs?

A reader who enjoys The Wife Upstairs by Freida McFadden is typically a fan of domestic thrillers with unexpected twists and dark secrets. Comparable to Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train, this book's audience gravitates toward suspenseful, character-driven narratives that keep them guessing until the end.

4.3

218,967 ratings

80%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

414

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2020s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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