Death Row (by Freida McFadden)
Freida McFadden’s short story, Death Row, was recently featured in the monthly Amazon First Reads program. As a Freida fan, I couldn’t wait to add it to my Kindle library.
Talia Kemper, a woman on death row fighting her impending execution through appeals, is convicted of murdering her beloved husband. Despite her conviction, she maintains her innocence, claiming she had no motive to kill the man she adored. One day, during a visit with her attorney, Talia encounters a striking resemblance in the visitation room—a man who looks exactly like her deceased husband. As Talia desperately pleads for someone to believe in her innocence, Freida takes the reader on an unexpected and thrilling journey, revealing a twist that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew.
I thoroughly enjoyed how Freida skillfully connected each chapter as the narrative seamlessly transitioned between past and present. It appeared to be an exceptional extension of her unique creative writing style. While I often find myself feeling unsatisfied with extremely short stories, this 74-page masterpiece still managed to captivate me with its incredible suspenseful elements. This might be one of my favorite twisty endings from Freida. My mind was reeling as I grappled with the intricate details of what transpired. I cherish a book ending that leaves me bewildered and prompts me to take some time to fully comprehend and appreciate its significance.
I’m still working my way through all of Freida McFadden’s books. My previous reviews are linked below.
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