A devoted reader of Freida McFadden has ranked 21 of her thrillers from worst to best, and fans may be surprised to find that The Housemaid, her most famous work, only placed eighth.
Richie Reads, who shares his literary views on social media, revealed his personal ranking of the bestselling author's books. McFadden, a working doctor specialising in brain injuries, writes under a pseudonym to keep her medical career separate from her writing. Her mind-bending novels have captivated legions of readers, particularly the Housemaid series, which has gone viral on BookTok.
In the top five, Richie Reads highlighted titles such as The Housemaid's Secret, The Locked Door, Never Lie, The Tenant, and an unnamed book set in a remote mansion. These picks offer a mix of psychological suspense, locked-room mysteries, and shocking twists.
For readers looking to explore beyond The Housemaid, Richie's list provides a guide to McFadden's extensive catalogue. He noted that he has not yet read ten of her books, but his ranking offers a starting point for those eager to discover more of her work.
