The Intruder

By Freida McFadden

There's someone at your front door - should you let them in? Find out in a riveting new thriller from global sensation and #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Housemaid, Freida McFadden!

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Published Oct 7, 2025

288 pages

Average rating: 7.32

805 RATINGS

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Readers say *The Intruder* by Freida McFadden delivers a suspenseful, twist-driven experience that keeps many guessing until the end. Fans praise its ...

Mellific
Mellific
6/10 stars
Somewhat predictable. I was definitely expecting more from the twist. But it did hold my interest, and I did get through it very quickly. Another thrilling palate cleanser from Freida!
ValerieRuiz
ValerieRuiz
10/10 stars
Casey, a former teacher, is alone in a remote cabin during a violent storm when she finds a bleeding, knife-wielding girl named Eleanor outside. Despite her fear, Casey lets the girl in and promises not to call the police, a decision she soon regrets. As they are trapped together by the storm, dangerous secrets begin to surface. Casey realizes the real danger may not be Eleanor but the truth she has been running from. Freidaaaaa Readahhhh and proud. This one seemed like a hit or miss for bookstagram folks but I—who is easily entertained and easy to please— loooooved The Intruder. I always appreciate that a Freida read is an easy read and guaranteed to a have a twist (or two, or three) that I didn't see coming. If you don't like predictable reads (which every Freida book kinda is??) I would say maybe pass on this one. If you're a Freida fan and haven't read this book yet...are you a true fan?? Just kidding. Have you read The Intruder? Yay or nay?? Trigger Warnings: Violence, assault, weapons, blood, isolation, fear, trauma, suspense, stalking, intimidation, psychological distress, life-threatening situations, abusive behavior
Dani38
Dani38
8/10 stars
Kept my interest. It has a good twist at the end. The names were very similar which got confusing of whose story was whose. I suspect it was intentional to show the similarities of their upbringing.
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Louise K
8/10 stars
Another enjoyable read from Freida. Read it really quickly as was desperate to find out what happens. One twist I didn’t see and then some others I did but still not disappointing. Would recommend.
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Chaptertrek
8/10 stars
Good one.

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