‘The Housemaid’ author unveils true identity, also works as brain doctor from Boston area – Boston News, Weather, Sports | WHDH 7News

BOSTON (WHDH) – Millions have read her books, but we are now learning her real identity!

Freida McFadden, author of “The Housemaid,” shared that her real name is Sara Cohen, and she’s a brain doctor from the Boston area.

Cohen said she wanted to keep her identity a secret so that it wouldn’t interfere with her day job.

Cohen wore a wig and glasses to keep appearances up, though she said he does in fact need her glasses to see.

“The Housemaid” was made into a movie and was released last year. The thriller stars Sydney Sweeney and Amanda Seyfried.
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