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The Locked Door Kindle Edition

by Freida McFadden (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 125,643 ratings
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Some doors are locked for a reason…


While eleven-year-old Nora Davis was up in her bedroom doing homework, she had no idea her father was killing women in the basement.

Until the day the police arrived at their front door.

Decades later, Nora’s father is spending his life behind bars, and Nora is a successful surgeon with a quiet, solitary existence. Nobody knows her father was a notorious serial killer. And she intends to keep it that way.

Then Nora discovers one of her young female patients has been murdered. In the same unique and horrific manner that her father used to kill his victims.

Somebody knows who Nora is. Somebody wants her to take the fall for this unthinkable crime. But she’s not a killer like her father. The police can’t pin anything on her.

As long as they don’t look in her basement.

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  1. Dad always says that if you’re going to do something wrong, at least be smart enough not to let anybody see you do it.
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"All I can say is WOW! I have never read anything from this author, but this book I could not put down. There were times I felt I couldn't even breathe!"


"I read this in one sitting and was so engrossed that when we had a power failure, I continued reading using a torch."


"I stayed up half the night to finish it and was particularly delighted by that final twist!"


"I *devoured* this book in less than a day!"


"The Locked Door is another nail biter that doesn't stop from page one to the very last sentence."


"Another great page turner! I read the whole thing on the exercise bike and couldn't put it down. A must-read!"


"It is a thriller that you won't be able to put down, with an ending that is truly shocking."


"This story is so well written and draws you in from the first page with shocking twists you will not see coming!"


"What a thriller!! My heart rate skyrocketed reading this!"

About the Author

Freida McFadden is a practicing physician and blogger whose Kindle bestselling books have been featured on Student Doctor Network, AMWA.org, Medscape.com, KevinMD.com, Mothers in Medicine, and Medpage Today.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B092RXXJDM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Hollywood Upstairs Press (June 1, 2021)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 1, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.3 MB
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#1 New York Times, Amazon Charts, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Sunday Times, and Publisher's Weekly bestselling author Freida McFadden is a physician who has penned multiple bestselling psychological thrillers and medical humor novels. Freida’s work has been selected as one of Amazon Editors’ best books of the year, she is the winner of the International Thriller Writers Award for best paperback, and she is a Goodreads Choice Award winner. Her novels have been translated into 40 languages.

​ Freida lives with her family and cat in a centuries-old three-story home overlooking the ocean, with staircases that creak and moan with each step, and nobody could hear you if you scream. Unless you scream really loudly, maybe.

To hear Freida talk about herself more in the third person, check out her website freidamcfadden.

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Customers find the book filled with unexpected twists and turns, with richly developed characters and well-crafted details that weave an intricate web of secrets. The writing style is engaging, with customers noting they couldn't stop reading, and the pacing receives mixed reviews - while many find it solid, some mention an unrealistic ending that spoils the novel. The suspense builds to an explosive climax, though opinions about the intensity are mixed.

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1,352 customers mention "Twists and turns"1,248 positive104 negative

Customers enjoy the book's twists and turns, describing it as a suspenseful page-turner with a surprising ending.

"Such a great suspense novel. I kept trying to guess who it was throughout the whole book, and never suspected the person it actually was...." Read more

"4.5 🌟This author is excellent in keeping the plot going with enough details for it to be an enjoyable read. the twist was great...." Read more

"Another unstoppable thriller full of unexpected twists!! It's fast paced reading. Some chapters are about the past childhood of the main character ...." Read more

"...This book is a masterclass in suspense, filled with unexpected twists and tense moments that will have you hooked from start to finish...." Read more

1,169 customers mention "Readability"1,160 positive9 negative

Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, with several noting it's a good read by Frida McFadden.

"...I really enjoy all of Frieda’s books. Fantastic author. I love her writing style. Definitely recommend!" Read more

"...in keeping the plot going with enough details for it to be an enjoyable read. the twist was great...." Read more

"...While it’s an enjoyable read for those who appreciate psychological thrillers, it didn't quite meet my expectations...." Read more

"...but if you enjoy quick, easy thrillers with a solid premise it’s worth a read, just don’t expect anything groundbreaking." Read more

546 customers mention "Writing style"480 positive66 negative

Customers praise the writing style of the book, describing it as a great quick read that brings delicious joy to reading.

"...I really enjoy all of Frieda’s books. Fantastic author. I love her writing style. Definitely recommend!" Read more

"Another unstoppable thriller full of unexpected twists!! It's fast paced reading. Some chapters are about the past childhood of the main character ...." Read more

"...McFadden's writing is engaging, and she does a commendable job of building tension throughout the story...." Read more

"...The pacing is spot-on, with enough twists to leave you second-guessing every character’s intentions...." Read more

177 customers mention "Character development"137 positive40 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting that the characters are richly developed, with one customer highlighting how small details provide insight into their personalities.

"Great story & characters. Suspenseful all the way to the end. Couldn't stop reading. Will definitely be reading more of her books." Read more

"...The characters are well developed and the killer is still a mystery until the end. Expectations are the only weakness in this book!" Read more

"...I love the way the characters come to life and you feel a part of the story!..." Read more

"...The character development could have been deeper, as I wanted to connect more with the protagonist...." Read more

112 customers mention "Page turner"112 positive0 negative

Customers describe this book as an absolute page turner, with one customer noting it's unputdownable from start to finish.

"As usual Freida does not disappoint and delivers another page turner! When you think you’ve figured out a surprise twist always is waiting." Read more

"She had me guessing until the end! So riveting. Somewhat disturbing but that’s ok. Great read! Four more words required." Read more

"Another stunning novel. I never knew how awesome reading could be until I started reading her books. Truly amazing! Thank you Freida!!!!!!!!" Read more

"...It was an intense, page turner for sure. Not a thing I disliked. Thank you Frieda Mc Fadden." Read more

72 customers mention "Detail"51 positive21 negative

Customers appreciate the book's detailed storytelling, with its intricate web of secrets and just enough information to keep them engaged.

"4.5 🌟This author is excellent in keeping the plot going with enough details for it to be an enjoyable read. the twist was great...." Read more

"...loved the flashbacks to before everything happened - would’ve liked a little more between Nora and her dad back then, but doesn’t affect the..." Read more

"...It's basically clean. There is sex but it's not descriptive at all!..." Read more

"I like her style has she always talks about the present and then goes back to the past keeps you interested to the very end" Read more

73 customers mention "Pacing"35 positive38 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book, with some finding it well-developed and solid, while others note an unrealistic ending that spoils the novel.

"...We get our answer so quickly. Too quickly. That whole scene doesn’t last long and left me wanting more...." Read more

"...It is just about the mystery, which is very well constructed." Read more

"I love all of Freida’s books but this one felt a little slapped together...." Read more

"...The protagonist, in particular, is a strong and compelling figure, whose resilience and determination resonate deeply...." Read more

70 customers mention "Suspenseful"27 positive43 negative

Customers find the book suspenseful, with tense moments and explosive climaxes that had their hearts racing, though one customer notes it lacks the intensity of psychological thrillers.

"...Enjoy all her books but this one had me spooked ...." Read more

"...McFadden's writing is engaging, and she does a commendable job of building tension throughout the story...." Read more

"...It is definitely a book hard to put down. It is not for the fainthearted but a great read anyway." Read more

"...Very weird. Not a bad book just slow going" Read more

Meh (Good romance tho)
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Meh (Good romance tho)
Honestly I think it was okay, I just didn’t get the thrill like I did with never lie or the housemaid but I believe those are one of a kind, I like this book because of the romance and it was a nice twist that she wasn’t the killer cause I thought it’ll be really boring if it was her or Brandy cause it just too obvious and then I started thinking well maybe she has a brother or a sister cause Philip didn’t strike me as someone who will do that and well granted she never lets us know what’s the color or her moms hair and eyes if not then I will have know but what’s the fun in that? I still think it’s just not that good but it’s a solid read because of the romance, everything else was boring and I skipped thru most of the chapters, I’m glad that lady got rid of her husband tho I side eyed her when she said he had a heart attack, I was happy to know it wasn’t.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely a page turner!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2025
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    Such a great suspense novel. I kept trying to guess who it was throughout the whole book, and never suspected the person it actually was. I really enjoy all of Frieda’s books. Fantastic author. I love her writing style. Definitely recommend!
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  • Mayra Peace
    4.0 out of 5 stars Pace/suspense
    Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025
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    4.5 🌟This author is excellent in keeping the plot going with enough details for it to be an enjoyable read. the twist was great. I really enjoyed the book in its entirety, including the ending. She does not typically go into gory details nor does she go into a lot of Bedroom activity. I have already purchased two of her other books, and I will continue reading the rest of her books. Great read.
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  • Shelly R Hales
    5.0 out of 5 stars A little gory but so worth the ride!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2025
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    Another unstoppable thriller full of unexpected twists!! It's fast paced reading. Some chapters are about the past childhood of the main character . I typically don't continue with s book that flips from present to past, but this one was even better because of getting a little of the back story to make the reader keep guessing what will happen next. This author is such an outstanding writer leaving a big surprise until the last page.
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  • Aly
    3.0 out of 5 stars The Locked Door by Frieda McFadden
    Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2025
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    I recently finished 'The Locked Door' by Frieda McFadden, and while it had some intriguing elements, I found it a bit underwhelming overall. The premise revolves around a woman with a dark past who becomes entangled in a web of mystery and suspense, which initially drew me in. McFadden's writing is engaging, and she does a commendable job of building tension throughout the story. However, I felt that some plot twists were predictable, which took away from the overall impact. The character development could have been deeper, as I wanted to connect more with the protagonist. While it’s an enjoyable read for those who appreciate psychological thrillers, it didn't quite meet my expectations. Three stars for an interesting concept, but it left me wanting more depth.
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  • Kar
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
    Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2025
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    Frieda McFadden delivers a chilling, page-turning psychological thriller with The Locked Door. This book is a masterclass in suspense, filled with unexpected twists and tense moments that will have you hooked from start to finish. McFadden excels at building tension and keeping readers guessing. The pacing is spot-on, with enough twists to leave you second-guessing every character’s intentions. The dark, haunting atmosphere adds an extra layer of intrigue, making it impossible to put down.

    If you love psychological thrillers with complex characters and unexpected twists, The Locked Door is a must-read. A thrilling, intense ride that will keep you thinking long after you’ve turned the last page!
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  • Mercedes Mead
    4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining and fast paced
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
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    3.5: As usual Frieda McFadden delivers a fast paced and entertaining thriller. Was not my favorite of her thrillers, but I still really enjoyed it! It was a great palate cleanser after my last book that dragged and took me 3 weeks to read. I like the short chapters, and a compelling narrative, making it an easy, bing-worthy read. Lacks a little depth, but if you enjoy quick, easy thrillers with a solid premise it’s worth a read, just don’t expect anything groundbreaking.
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  • mm springfield
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2025
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    Was a quick read that definitely kept my attention. I really enjoyed reading it, despite guessing the killer. May have read to many psychological thrillers.
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  • Erin
    4.0 out of 5 stars great ending
    Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2025
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    Another nice Freida read. This one was slower than most of her books, but still suspenseful and had an ending that I did not expect. Still recommend. Freida does not disappoint.
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  • happy_pitan
    5.0 out of 5 stars 最後の最後まで振り回されました。
    Reviewed in Japan on September 18, 2023
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    Freida McFadden のファンの人なら分かっていただけると思うのですが、今回の作品も、やはり最後の最後まで、振り回される結果となりました。
    主人公Noraを取り巻く男性は、父親、パートナーのPhilip そして、大学生の時付き合っていたBrady.
    ストーリーの最初に出てくる、バーで絡んできた患者の男。父親が誰かを仕向けて彼女をはめようとしているのか？それに加担しているのは誰なのか？
    でも、まさかの展開にやはり読者は呆然としてしまう。最後の最後に、そのtwistなのか？っと唖然としながらも、全然無理を感じないストーリーの終わりに、今回もやっぱり、McFaddenには勝てん！っと、笑ってしまいました。

    最後の最後に、Noraに宛てたOOOからの手紙があって、その事実すらも、いやぁ、あっぱれMcFadden 。ますます彼女の大ファンになりました。Instagram: @happy_pitan2 で、読書履歴を投稿しています。この本で47冊目の感想文になります。(この時点ではNo.46までしか書けていません。🙏)良かったらご覧ください。
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  • Tracey Mainwaring
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth the read
    Reviewed in Australia on March 15, 2025
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    Loved this book, very good! Plot twists and a great story
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  • Karina Murphy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Freida Fan
    Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on October 17, 2024
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    The Locked Door is seriously awesome! This, after being 𝗪𝗢𝗪’𝗱 by The Housemaid reeled me for real!

    🚪 It’s got this killer combo of suspense, mystery, and feels. It is fast-paced so I sped through it with the girls and enjoyed it.

    🚪 The plot keeps you hooked with an irresistible narrative pull. You won’t guess what’s waiting for you in the next page and chapter which makes the book way more interesting.

    🚪 And the characters? I got seriously mislead all the way on who really did it. Now, that’s clever! Everyone are just plain relatable and suspicious! 😉 I don’t blame anyone for getting spooked by Nora. She’s her father’s daughter after all. 🤨

    🚪 The plot twists and the reveal say so much on McFadden’s writing style — totally 𝗝𝗔𝗪 𝗗𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗚 like no other! 🤩

    Plus of course, there’s nothing more fun than reading with a bunch of my book besties💕Our buddy reads are either filled with spoilers, cheaters, or wrong-guesses! 😂😂😂

    So if you’re into something different and a page-turner, give this a shot! ♥️
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  • One of the best books written by Frieda! It was so hard to put it down. It took lots of will power to tell myself to stop reading and go to bed and carry on the next day. Love the plots and twist, you will never be disappointed with her books! Must read….!
    5.0 out of 5 stars A real page turner!
    Reviewed in Singapore on November 10, 2023
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    Love this exciting thriller! So hard to put it down!
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  • Claudio
    5.0 out of 5 stars Bellissimo
    Reviewed in Italy on May 10, 2024
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    Thriller che tiene il lettore incollato dalla prima all'ultima riga, scritto in maniera davvero coinvolgente. Purtroppo non mi pare ci sia la versione italiana, ma non credo renderebbe come la versione originale, il mio inglese è buono, nn superbo e cmq la lettura mi è risultata abbastanza scorrevole. Se vi piace il genere e conoscete un po di "english" lo consiglio di sicuro considerato anche il prezzo contenuto.
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