Review

I went into this already knowing I loved the sequel, but The Housemaid completely held its own.

What stood out to me most was the voice. The prose is simple, almost blunt at times, and never pretentious. There’s a dry, almost throwaway humour that sneaks in between dark moments, and I loved how certain jokes or lines get recalled later. It gives the narration personality without trying too hard.

On the story front, it’s incredibly engaging. The pacing makes it hard to stop reading. The twists? Sharp and well-executed. Even when I sensed something, I didn’t see the full picture coming. 

I did guess one emotional thread early on—when Nina first mentioned how much Andy sought his mother’s approval, I had a feeling about where that dynamic would land. The final funeral scene confirmed it in a very satisfying way. It felt like the author trusted the reader enough to drop subtle hints and let us connect the dots.

Loved it. 

Final Verdict

Fast, gripping, and disturbingly fun.