If you loved 'The Housemaid', prepare to be blown away by its sequel. 'The Housemaid's Secret' takes everything that worked in the first book - the tension, the unpredictable twists, Millie's bold personality - and cranks it up to eleven.

What makes this book special is how it plays with your expectations. Just when you think you've figured out where the story is going, Freida McFadden throws another curveball that leaves you gasping. The way she develops Mrs. Garrick's character is particularly brilliant - you'll find yourself constantly reassessing your opinions about her.

The pacing is perfect for a thriller. I found myself reading 'just one more chapter' late into the night, unable to put it down. While some moments might make you think 'that was dumb', they're all carefully crafted parts of McFadden's psychological game with the reader.

Compared to the first book, this sequel feels more unpredictable in its plot twists. The conclusion especially caught me completely off guard - something that's rare for someone who reads as many thrillers as I do. Those final lines will stay with you long after you finish reading.

If I had to nitpick, some might find certain elements slightly more predictable than the first book. But this is more than made up for by the deeper character development and even higher stakes for Millie.

For maximum enjoyment, I'd recommend reading 'The Housemaid' first, though this works well as a standalone too. Either way, prepare for sleepless nights - once you start, stopping won't be an option!