Author: Freida McFadden Publisher: Little, Brown Awards: Winner of the Goodreads Award for Best Crime and Thriller 2023 Overview: A gripping psychological thriller with intense twists and suspense. Follows a woman working as a housekeeper in a luxurious penthouse, hiding a dark secret from her past. She begins to suspect something sinister about the Garrick family, especially Mrs. Garrick, whose cries and bloodstains she notices. As she uncovers hidden truths, she makes a promise to protect Mrs. Garrick while confronting her own dangerous secrets. Douglas Garrick’s wrongdoings threaten to catch up with him, and the protagonist’s loyalty is tested as she navigates moral boundaries. Themes: Secrets and deception Psychological suspense and twists Morality and self-protection Power dynamics within a wealthy household