10 Best Books Like The Locked Door
If you loved The Locked Door by Frieda McFadden, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.
Quick Answer
The best books like The Locked Door are:
- 1The Perfect Son: Library Edition by Freida McFadden0
- 2Ward D by Freida McFadden4.3
- 3Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn4.2
- 4Never Lie by Frieda McFadden0
- 5A Slow Fire Burning by Paula Hawkins0
- 6The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides4.2
- 7The Teacher by Frieda McFadden0
- 8The It Girl by Ruth Ware0
- 9Do Not Disturb by Freida McFadden4.3
- 10Want to Know a Secret by Freida McFadden4.2
Surgeon Nora Davis has spent her life running from her father's legacy as a serial killer, but when similar murders begin happening, she must confront her past
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Detailed Recommendations
by Freida McFadden
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and paranoid tone that will resonate with The Locked Door fans.
by Gillian Flynn
Why you'll love it:
This delivers a very similar reading experience to The Locked Door — fans consistently love both.
by Paula Hawkins
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and introspective tone that will resonate with The Locked Door fans.
by Alex Michaelides
Why you'll love it:
This delivers a very similar reading experience to The Locked Door — fans consistently love both.
by Frieda McFadden
Why you'll love it:
Another Frieda McFadden book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
by Ruth Ware
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and introspective tone that will resonate with The Locked Door fans.
by Freida McFadden
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and suspenseful tone that will resonate with The Locked Door fans.
by Freida McFadden
Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and unsettling tone that will resonate with The Locked Door fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Locked Door
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Perfect Son: Library Edition | Freida McFadden | 0 | 2022 | — | Closest match |
| Ward D | Freida McFadden | 4.3 | 2025 | 320 | Similar vibes |
| Sharp Objects | Gillian Flynn | 4.2 | 2018 | 393 | Similar vibes |
| Never Lie | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2022 | — | Same author |
| A Slow Fire Burning | Paula Hawkins | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | 4.2 | 2019 | 340 | Similar vibes |
| The Teacher | Frieda McFadden | 0 | 2024 | — | Same author |
| The It Girl | Ruth Ware | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Do Not Disturb | Freida McFadden | 4.3 | 2021 | 325 | Similar vibes |
| Want to Know a Secret | Freida McFadden | 4.2 | 2026 | 288 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Locked Door?
The most similar books to The Locked Door are The Perfect Son: Library Edition, Ward D, Sharp Objects.
What should I read after The Locked Door?
After finishing The Locked Door, readers most commonly pick up The Perfect Son: Library Edition next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Frieda McFadden, such as The Teacher.
Who writes books like Frieda McFadden?
Authors similar to Frieda McFadden include Gillian Flynn, Alex Michaelides, Ruth Ware.
What genre is The Locked Door?
The Locked Door is a Thriller novel by Frieda McFadden, published in 2021. It features elements of Family Secrets, Medical Setting, Serial Killer Legacy.
How long is The Locked Door?
The Locked Door varies in length depending on edition.
Does The Locked Door have romance/spice?
The Locked Door has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About The Locked Door
Surgeon Nora Davis has spent her life running from her father's legacy as a serial killer, but when similar murders begin happening, she must confront her past. McFadden explores the impact of inherited trauma and the fear that evil might be genetic through a medical thriller framework. Featuring a strong female protagonist struggling with nature versus nurture questions, this psychological thriller examines family legacy, medical ethics, and the terror of wondering whether darkness runs in your blood while delivering the plot twists McFadden's readers expect.