Quinn Alexander has committed an unthinkable crime.
To avoid spending her life in prison, Quinn makes a run for it. She leaves behind her home, her job, and her family. She grabs her passport and heads for the northern border before the police can discover what she’s done.
But when an unexpected snowstorm forces her off the road, Quinn must take refuge at the broken-down, isolated Baxter Motel. The handsome and kindly owner, Nick Baxter, is only too happy to offer her a cheap room for the night.
Unfortunately, the Baxter Motel isn’t the quiet, safe haven it seemed to be. The motel has a dark and disturbing past. And in the dilapidated house across the way, the silhouette of Nick’s ailing wife is always at the window. Always watching.
In the morning, Quinn must leave the motel. She’ll pack up her belongings and get back on the road to freedom.
But first, she must survive the night.
Do Not Disturb is a Hitchcock-style psychological thriller that will keep you tearing through the pages until you reach the shocking conclusion!
Kelsey Mohler –
Of course it’s always the person you least expect who did the murdering. Good story line, good details. I would recommend this book.
Placeholder –
Can’t read them fast enough. I have read all but one that will be delivered this week. And I’ve already ordered one not due out till around Oct. I open her books and just cannot stop reading. Chapters are short. I like that too. There has only been one of her books I just could not enjoy. Too long and drawn out. “The Perfect Son”. But other than that one, I have read them all. I get so hooked on each book I read. I want more. Always surprise endings. Suspenseful. Edge of your seat.
Lucid Quill –
Okay, I liked this book a lot. The characters were interesting, the vibe was eerie, and the twists were pretty good too. I liked this one better than The Locked Door. I think I’m going to like this catalogue!
ManGna –
Kurzweilig geschrieben, konnte das Buch kaum aus der Hand legen (englische Version). Habe sogar mitten in der Nacht zum Buch gegriffen.
Po Newbie –
Full of twists & turns…
J. Clower –
The story is engaging, but (without trying to spoil it), the story has to change a bit to accommodate it. I went back to reread it to be sure, but the dialog changes in the same scene told from both perspectives. When a twist is done well, there are lots of clues and you as the reader overlook them by making some assumptions, but in this case, several important lines of dialogue are left out of one account, which makes the twist disappointing. I like to be surprised by the trick, not misled by a character that has a dishonest perspective. I feel like you should be able to rely on what each character is saying in their own narrative, but in this book, you can’t. The bread crumbs aren’t there to follow.
Mwag –
Super leuk boek. Zeker het lezen waard.
mnmloveli –
21 – READ ‘23 – 4 STARS
DESCRIPTION : Quinn Alexander has committed an unthinkable crime. To avoid spending her life in prison, Quinn makes a run for it. She leaves behind her home, her job, and her family. She grabs her passport and heads for the northern border before the police can discover what she’s done. But when an unexpected snowstorm forces her off the road, Quinn must take refuge at the broken-down, isolated Baxter Motel. The handsome and kindly owner, Nick Baxter, is only too happy to offer her a cheap room for the night. Unfortunately, the Baxter Motel isn’t the quiet, safe haven it seemed to be. The motel has a dark and disturbing past. And in the dilapidated house across the way, the silhouette of Nick’s ailing wife is always at the window. Always watching. In the morning, Quinn must leave the motel. She’ll pack up her belongings and get back on the road to freedom. But first, she must survive the night.
REVIEW :
New author for me in late 2022 and I’ve read 8 books so far: The Coworker (‘23 – 3 Stars), One by One (‘20 – Read ‘23 – 4 Stars), The Perfect Son (‘19 – Read ‘23 – 4 Stars), Ward D (‘23 – 5 Stars), The Housemaid’s Secret (‘23 – 5 Stars), The Inmate (‘22 – 3 Stars) and The Housemaid (‘22 – 5 Stars) and Never Lie (‘22 – 4 Stars).
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I do love how Freida’s books jump right in; no wasted preamble. Story feels very eerie; like a re-telling of the movie Psycho. Kept me entertained. JUST squeaked out a 4-star rating for the first 3/4 of the book. The last 1/4 of the book felt a little rushed.
Kristina Anderson –
Well I really enjoyed this fast paced novel. It was very entertaining. There are a few good twists, especially the one at the end. Freida McFadden has written some great novels (and some that are not to my liking). This one was definitely enjoyable. Go ahead and read it. A 5 star rating from me!
S Stewart –
OMG, how does this author comes up time after time with such page turning stories! I just can hardly put my Kindle down. Always wondering what is going to happen next. There is always a turn of events that I didn’t see coming! Outstanding writer.
Bookworm Scholar –
This was another great read, from Mrs. McFadden! The suspense had me going around and around. This author has soooo many good books and it makes it difficult for me, to choose which one I want to read next.
PLOT: Quinn is in a terrible marriage, to an abusive man (Derek). Of course, their courtship didn’t start out that way. He came from a wealthy and powerful family and he wined and dined her. After they were married, the true Derek comes out and one day they have an altercation and she winds up killing him. She runs, but she doesn’t get very far, because of a snow blizzard. She stops at an out of the way motel, that has seen better days. This is the place in which a multitude of things happen: Infidelity, Murder, Betrayal, Secrecy, Lies and other suspenseful things.
As my title says, there are six sides to the story:
QUINN – Who runs away from the crime scene and is trying to leave the state. She figures that the only person that she will miss and will miss her is, her sister (Claudia) who raised her. She wants to confide in Claudia, but can’t. Claudia knows her sister and if anyone can find her…It’s Claudia. Quinn (who was a Banker) has lived a life of luxury, while married to her husband and now…She’s homeless and on the run.
NICK – He is part owner of the shady motel (with his wife). His name is involved in a murder (which took place at the motel), years ago. He loves his wife (Rosie), who is wheelchair bound and he tends to her every need, while trying to manage a rundown motel and its occupants.
ROSALIE – She’s Nick’s wife and she has all but given up on herself, her dreams, her health and her marriage. What else is there to do all day, but to play “I Spy”. There’s nothing else to do…Or is there??
GRETA – She actually lives at the shady motel and she’s sort of a recluse. She loves telling people’s future (Fortune Telling). She adores Nick and his wife. She knows a lot about what is going on in and around the motel.
ROB – He’s Claudia (Quinn’s sister) husband. He’s a plumber and a hard working one. But, no matter how hard or long he works, he can never get ahead. His marriage to Claudia is not ideal and the cracks are showing.
CLAUDIA – She’s worried about her sister and is determined to find her. She figures that, she can do a better job than the police…Because she knows her sister. Will Claudia find Quinn, before the police will??
Sayan –
What a twist! The story changes 180 degrees to its head. At no point, I felt the story is dragging or is getting boring. It was thrilling right from the word go. Super easy to read. A must read!
Avid Reader Abigail –
Freida McFadden is an excellent writer but she always throws in something weird for NO reason. This is my last attempt at reading any of her work. I really tried.