The Surrogate Mother

Year: 2025

Language: en

Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 9781464228605

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The Surrogate Mother by Freida McFadden, published by Poisoned Pen Press on August 5, 2025, is a psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of motherhood and trust. The story follows Abby, who, after enduring years of unsuccessful infertility treatments and failed adoptions, receives a life-changing offer from her personal assistant, Monica, to become a surrogate. As Abby’s dreams of motherhood begin to materialize, unsettling events unfold, revealing that Monica harbors dark secrets that threaten to unravel everything Abby holds dear.

Readers will find a gripping narrative filled with suspense and unexpected twists as the plot explores themes of deception and the lengths one might go to achieve their desires. The book presents a chilling examination of the dynamics between Abby and Monica, highlighting the psychological tension that arises when trust is betrayed. With 320 pages of intricate storytelling, this edition invites readers into a world where the pursuit of family takes a dangerous turn, making it a notable addition to the mystery and detective genre.

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THE UK NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER*

From the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Housemaid, The Boyfriend, and The Tenant comes a story of monstrous motherhood. She gave you a life. Now she wants yours.

***

She was promised a miracle. She got more than she bargained for.

Abby wants a baby more than anything.

But after years of failed infertility treatments and adoptions that have fallen through, it seems like motherhood is not in her future.

That is, until her personal assistant Monica makes a generous offer to serve as a surrogate. It’s an offer that will make all of Abby’s dreams come true.

But soon, strange things start happening. And it turns out Monica isn’t who she says she is. The woman now carrying Abby’s child has an unspeakable secret.

And she will stop at nothing to get what she wants.

Freida McFadden delivers a page-turner that redefines what it means to be in the family way, with gut-wrenching twists and pulse-pounding thrills that will keep you hooked until the suspenseful conclusion.

Tropes
Psychological Thriller
Suspense
Mystery Thriller
Dangerous Secret

Also by Freida McFadden:
Do Not Disturb
The Tenant
Ward D
The Crash
The Boyfriend
The Housemaid is Watching
The Perfect Son
The Coworker
The Locker Door
Never Lie
The Teacher
The Inmate
One by One

*The Surrogate Mother was the UK’s #1 bestselling title during its release week (August 2025, Nielsen BookScan)

THE UK NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER*

From the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Housemaid, The Boyfriend, and The Tenant comes a story of monstrous motherhood. She gave you a life. Now she wants yours.

***

She was promised a miracle. She got more than she bargained for.

Abby wants a baby more than anything.

But after years of failed infertility treatments and adoptions that have fallen through, it seems like motherhood is not in her future.

That is, until her personal assistant Monica makes a generous offer to serve as a surrogate. It’s an offer that will make all of Abby’s dreams come true.

But soon, strange things start happening. And it turns out Monica isn’t who she says she is. The woman now carrying Abby’s child has an unspeakable secret.

And she will stop at nothing to get what she wants.

Tropes
Psychological Thriller
Suspense
Mystery Thriller
Dangerous Secret

*The Surrogate Mother was the UK’s #1 bestselling title during its release week (August 2025, Nielsen BookScan)

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“The Surrogate Mother” is credited to Freida McFadden.

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Publisher: Poisoned Pen Press. Year: 2025.

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ISBN-13: 9781464228605.

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Language: en. Pages: 320.

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