Freida McFadden Unmasks Her Identity as ‘The Housemaid’ Author
Freida McFadden, renowned for her gripping thrillers including “The Housemaid,” has unveiled her true identity. In a candid interview with USA Today, she disclosed that her actual name is Sara Cohen. For over a decade, McFadden has utilized a pseudonym while maintaining a private persona in public.
Revealing Her True Self
McFadden explained her decision during the interview, stating, “I’m at a point in my career when I’m tired of this being a secret.” She expressed her frustration over speculation regarding her identity and felt it was time to share the truth. “I am a real person, and I have a real identity,” she asserted.
A Dual Life
As a practicing doctor treating brain disorders, McFadden opted to keep her medical career and writing separate. This decision allowed her to create a distinct boundary between her two professional lives. To maintain her anonymity, she wore a wig and glasses in public; McFadden humorously remarked, “I have no idea how to style my hair.”
The Transition
- Stopped working full-time as a doctor in 2023.
- Now works only one to two days a month.
- Felt overwhelmed balancing both careers.
She noted that her coworkers in the medical field discovered her secret before she was ready to share it but handled the revelation graciously. Interestingly, many of her colleagues were fans of her books, unaware that they worked alongside the author.
Continuing as Freida McFadden
Despite revealing her identity, McFadden emphasizes that her essence as a writer remains unchanged. “I feel like I have shared the real me all along,” she insisted. Her readers should know that while her name may come as a surprise, her genuine connection with them endures.
Upcoming Releases
McFadden’s next novel, “The Divorce,” is set to release on May 26, demonstrating her ongoing commitment to her writing career. Fans can anticipate more of her captivating storytelling as she embraces her dual identity.
