Finished: The Housemaid (McFadden) A page turner of a story and a very fast read. The story of twenty-something, ex-con Millie who goes from living in her car looking for work, to being hired as the housekeeper for a very rich family. She really cannot believe they didn't reject her because of her background, but she's thankful to have the job...even if her room IS a tiny attic closet with the only lock on the outside of the door! Nina, in her late thirties, is the rich wife and mother who has hired Millie. She wants her to keep an immaculate house, cook all the meals, and sometimes watch over her very spoiled nine year old daughter, Cece. Nina is a piece of work. She makes intentional messes, leave incorrect dates on notes, and basically does whatever she can to make Millie's life miserable. But, Millie needs the job, especially being on parole, so she has no choice but to stay. Nina's very handsome husband, Andrew, is the complete opposite. He's very nice and considerate and handsome. He is the one who brought all the money to the marriage, and has a prenup with Nina. The rumor around town is that Nina is "off her rocker", having spent eight months in a psychiatric hospital when her little daughter was first born. When Andrew defends Millie to Nina, it just makes her fly further off the handle. She's convinced her husband is attracted to Millie and vice versa. Eventually things come to a head after Millie and Andrew do give in and sleep together. Andrew then tells Nina he no longer loves her and wants her to leave, that night. Then..........we are suddenly reading Nina's side of the story and the twists start coming! Just who is gaslighting who? It's a good one. :-)
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