Freida McFadden said what if nobody in this book is likeable and I still cannot put it down. 😳📚
The Divorce has BookTok divided and I am here with the unfiltered verdict. Naomi is obsessed, chaotic, and absolutely unhinged and somehow I was still turning pages at midnight.
4 out of 5 stars. Here is why.
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Reading "The Divorce" was an unexpected experience for me. At first, I was skeptical about how a book with characters who aren’t traditionally likable could hold my attention. But Freida McFadden’s writing hooks you fast, creating a tension-filled atmosphere where Naomi’s obsession and chaos become strangely mesmerizing. One thing I appreciated is how the novel explores resilience amid turmoil—there’s a raw, unfiltered energy to the story that kept me turning pages well past midnight. It reminded me of how unpredictable thrillers can push the boundaries of comfort, yet deliver an addictive storytelling ride. The depiction of Naomi as 'absolutely unhinged' resonated as incredibly realistic, capturing the complexity of flawed characters that aren’t heroes but are deeply human. This certainly makes "The Divorce" stand out in the thriller genre, especially among BookTok discussions where readers debate what makes a character worth rooting for. If you enjoy psychological thrillers with a dark, intense edge and don’t mind morally ambiguous characters, this book could be a great pick. It also highlighted the power of narratives that challenge traditional likability and still engage readers powerfully. For those who love books that provoke mixed emotions but deliver page-turning suspense, "The Divorce" is worth your time.











































































