Dear Debbie

A brand new twisted thriller that will have you cheering "good for her!" from the #1 New York Times bestselling and global sensation Freida McFadden, author of The Housemaid!

Sometimes, enough is enough...

Debbie Mullen is losing it. For years, she has compiled all of her best advice into her column, Dear Debbie, where the wives of New England come for sympathy and neighborly advice. Through her work, Debbie has heard from countless women who are ignored, belittled, or even abused by their husbands. And Debbie does her best to guide them in the right direction.

Or at least, she did.

These days, Debbie's life seems to be spiraling out of control. She just lost her job. Something strange is happening with her teenage daughters. And her husband is keeping secrets, according to the tracking app she installed on his phone. Now, Debbie's done being the bigger person. She's done being reasonable and practical. It's time to take her own advice.

And now it's time for payback against all the people in her life who deserve it the most.

From #1 New York Times and international bestselling author Freida McFadden comes a biting, subversive thriller about what happens when women finally choose to take justice into their own hands - with killer results.

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Published Jan 27, 2026

336 pages

Average rating: 7.71

318 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

Natalie2392
Mar 09, 2026
8/10 stars
So I’ve been pretty disappointed with Freida’s books lately. This one was actual pretty good. I read it in one day because it wasn’t overly done or predictable like many of her other recent books. I think it had a lot of relatable scenarios as well especially as a mother myself. The main character wasn’t as annoying or super unlikable either. I hope she continues better stories like this.
TheCyberGal
Mar 08, 2026
9/10 stars
Great Classic Freida storytelling. Loved it.
Jquelln
Mar 05, 2026
9/10 stars
This is my first Freida McFadden book. I really liked it. I felt the plot twists were unexpected and suspenseful. Some of Debbie’s “plans” were funny and genius when the results weren’t too serious and warranted! Probably would not be friends with Debbie!!
Anibanani
Mar 03, 2026
8/10 stars
Ok, I have read 3 Freida books and this one is the best so far. Loved the twists and turns
Bree F
Feb 23, 2026
10/10 stars
Had GREAT twist. One of Freida's best one

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