Unveiling the Identity of Freida McFadden: Sara Cohen's Journey from Doctor to Author
The successful theatrical run of The Housemaid has paved the way for the upcoming release of The Housemaid's Secret. The author behind the literary source material, known as Freida McFadden, has decided to reveal her true identity as Sara Cohen. When she is not writing The Housemaid series, Cohen works as a doctor treating brain disorders. She expressed her desire to no longer keep her identity a secret, stating that she is a real person with nothing to hide.
Cohen made the decision to step back from her full-time doctor job in 2023, a year after the release of The Housemaid. Despite her co-workers discovering her pseudonym, they were supportive and kept her secret until she was ready to reveal her true identity. Now working only once or twice a month as a doctor, Cohen plans to continue using the pen name McFadden in her writing career. She believes that even though her real name is now known, she has always been genuine with her readers.
The upcoming sequel, The Housemaid's Secret, is based on Cohen's 2023 novel, The Handmaid's Secret. Directed by Paul Feig, the Lionsgate sequel will feature Sydney Sweeney reprising her role as Millie Calloway. Set to premiere on December 17, 2027, the film follows Millie as she takes on a new job as a housemaid for a mysterious woman she is not allowed to see. As she uncovers the secrets behind a locked door, she realizes that the truth may be darker than her own secrets.
In conclusion, Sara Cohen, also known as Freida McFadden, has decided to reveal her true identity as the author of The Housemaid series. Despite her transition from a full-time doctor to a part-time practitioner, Cohen remains committed to her writing career under the pen name McFadden. The highly anticipated sequel, The Housemaid's Secret, promises to captivate audiences with its intriguing storyline and compelling characters.