One by One

Freida McFadden
54 pages1-hour read
Fiction
Novel
YA
Published in 2020

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Book Brief

Freida McFadden

One by One

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

295

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

•

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Remote Mountain House • Contemporary

Theme
Appearance & Reality

•

Marriage

•

Loyalty & Betrayal
First Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In One by One by Freida McFadden, individuals find themselves stranded in a remote location while confronting their hidden secrets. As tensions escalate, they must navigate physical and psychological challenges to survive. The story is a suspenseful exploration of trust and survival in extreme circumstances.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

3.9

666,353 ratings

69%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

One by One by Freida McFadden delivers a gripping and fast-paced thriller, captivating readers with its suspense and unexpected twists. Positive reviews laud its engaging plot and strong character development. However, some find the writing style repetitive and the resolution predictable. Overall, it’s a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read One by One?

Readers who enjoy suspenseful, fast-paced thrillers will find One by One by Freida McFadden captivating. Similar to Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None and Ruth Ware's The Woman in Cabin 10, this novel caters to fans of psychological twists and gripping, claustrophobic settings.

3.9

666,353 ratings

69%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Character List

An elementary school teacher married to Noah, struggling in her marriage and serving as the primary narrator of the story. Her relationships with her husband, best friend Lindsay, and Noah's college roommate Jack are central to the plot.

Claire's husband and a physicist, known for his hazel eyes and glasses, who is depicted as struggling with the complexities of family life. His evolving relationship with Claire is pivotal in the narrative.

Noah's best friend and college roommate who runs his own contracting business and is romantically involved with Claire. His artistic background and contrast with Noah add depth to his character.

Jack's wife who works as a divorce attorney and is characterized as a perfectionist with a successful career. She maintains a complex and somewhat distant relationship with Claire and Lindsay.

Claire's best friend from college, depicted as charming and athletic, who shares a complicated and close-knit relationship with Claire. Her past experiences and personality intricately weave into the storyline's dynamics.

A tall and handsome man who poses as Lindsay's boyfriend and is involved in deceptive activities. His mysterious persona creates tension among the group members.

Book Details
Pages

295

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

•

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Remote Mountain House • Contemporary

Theme
Appearance & Reality

•

Marriage

•

Loyalty & Betrayal
First Publication Year

2020

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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