Reviews
"An eccentric and unforgettable sleuth who captivated me and kept me furiously turning the pages." --Sarah Pearse, New York Times bestselling author of The Sanatorium " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push "A charming, clever, and wholly original whodunit. I cheered and felt deeply for Molly the Maid--a complex and masterfully drawn protagonist I won't soon forget." --Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author of We Were Never Here "A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!" --Clare Pooley , New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project "It's impossible not to love Molly, an endearing, eccentric hotel maid. . . . As in any cozy whodunit, clean appearances may in fact hide a few smudges. The twists and surprises keep coming until the very last page of this delightfully fresh debut." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary "Fresh, fiendish, and darkly beguiling . . . The Maid is so thrillingly original, clever, and joyous. I just adored every page." --Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of We Begin at the End " The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge "A supremely clever and heartwarming story that is not to be missed." --Stephanie Wrobel, USA Today bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold "For anyone who has ever felt out of step with the world, no matter how hard they try to fit it, Nita Prose has blessed us with Molly Gray." --Heather O'Neill, internationally bestselling author of The Lonely Hearts Hotel "I enjoyed every minute of this twisty yet tender thriller. The Maid is gripping, deftly written, and led by a truly unforgettable protagonist in Molly. I'm recommending it to everyone I know." --Emma Stonex, author of The Lamplighters " The Maid is elegant, warmhearted, and wry, and Molly the most winningly offbeat narrator since Eleanor Oliphant. An absolute joy--I didn't want it to end!" --Louise Candlish, author of The Other Passenger "Prose delivers a gratifying, kindhearted whodunit with a sharply drawn protagonist for whom readers can't help rooting. Fans of fresh takes on traditional mysteries will be delighted." -- Publishers Weekly, "An eccentric and unforgettable sleuth who captivated me and kept me furiously turning the pages." --Sarah Pearse, New York Times bestselling author of The Sanatorium " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world. This is the smart, quirky, uplifting read we need." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push "A charming, clever, and wholly original whodunit. I cheered and felt deeply for Molly the Maid--a complex and masterfully drawn protagonist I won't soon forget." --Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author of We Were Never Here "A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!" --Clare Pooley , New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project "It's impossible not to love Molly, an endearing, eccentric hotel maid. . . . As in any cozy whodunit, clean appearances may in fact hide a few smudges. The twists and surprises keep coming until the very last page of this delightfully fresh debut." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary "Fresh, fiendish, and darkly beguiling . . . The Maid is so thrillingly original, clever, and joyous. I just adored every page." --Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of We Begin at the End " The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge "A supremely clever and heartwarming story that is not to be missed." --Stephanie Wrobel, USA Today bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold "For anyone who has ever felt out of step with the world, no matter how hard they try to fit it, Nita Prose has blessed us with Molly Gray." --Heather O'Neill, internationally bestselling author of The Lonely Hearts Hotel "I enjoyed every minute of this twisty yet tender thriller. The Maid is gripping, deftly written, and led by a truly unforgettable protagonist in Molly. I'm recommending it to everyone I know." --Emma Stonex, author of The Lamplighters " The Maid is elegant, warmhearted, and wry, and Molly the most winningly offbeat narrator since Eleanor Oliphant. An absolute joy--I didn't want it to end!" --Louise Candlish, author of The Other Passenger, "An eccentric and unforgettable sleuth who captivated me and kept me furiously turning the pages." --Sarah Pearse, New York Times bestselling author of The Sanatorium " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world. This is the smart, quirky, uplifting read we need." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push "A charming, clever, and wholly original whodunit. I cheered and felt deeply for Molly the Maid--a complex and masterfully drawn protagonist I won't soon forget." --Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author of We Were Never Here "A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!" --Clare Pooley , New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project "It's impossible not to love Molly, an endearing, eccentric hotel maid. . . . As in any cozy whodunit, clean appearances may in fact hide a few smudges. The twists and surprises keep coming until the very last page of this delightfully fresh debut." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary " The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge "A supremely clever and heartwarming story that is not to be missed." --Stephanie Wrobel, USA Today bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold "For anyone who has ever felt out of step with the world, no matter how hard they try to fit it, Nita Prose has blessed us with Molly Gray." --Heather O'Neill, internationally bestselling author of The Lonely Hearts Hotel "I enjoyed every minute of this twisty yet tender thriller. The Maid is gripping, deftly written, and led by a truly unforgettable protagonist in Molly. I'm recommending it to everyone I know." --Emma Stonex, author of The Lamplighters " The Maid is elegant, warmhearted, and wry, and Molly the most winningly offbeat narrator since Eleanor Oliphant. An absolute joy--I didn't want it to end!" --Louise Candlish, author of The Other Passenger "Funny, clever, with a unique and captivating narrator who will keep you guessing until the very end. Delightful!" --Beth Morrey, author of The Love Story of Missy Carmichael, "A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!" --Clare Pooley , New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project "A murder mystery set in a luxury hotel, The Maid is equal parts fun and intrigue. Prose nails the voice of her narrator, Molly the Maid, who reminded me of Eleanor Oliphant with her shrewd observations and inadvertent humor. I felt like I was leaving a friend behind when I turned the last page. A supremely clever and heartwarming story that is not to be missed." --Stephanie Wrobel, USA Today bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold " The Maid is elegant, warmhearted, and wry, and Molly the most winningly offbeat narrator since Eleanor Oliphant. An absolute joy--I didn't want it to end!" --Louise Candlish, author of The Other Passenger "It's impossible not to love Molly, an endearing, eccentric hotel maid. . . . As in any cozy whodunit, clean appearances may in fact hide a few smudges. The twists and surprises keep coming until the very last page of this delightfully fresh debut." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary "This book is an absolute treat. . . . Funny, clever, with a unique and captivating narrator who will keep you guessing until the very end. Delightful!" --Beth Morrey, author of The Love Story of Missy Carmichael " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world. More than a whodunit, The Maid is layered--Prose makes us consider how far we'd go for the people we love, and what we owe ourselves above all else. This is the smart, quirky, uplifting read we need." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push "A shining debut . . . featuring a heroine with a few tricks up her well-pressed sleeves. Uplifting and assured, this debut will have readers rooting for its eccentric yet lovable protagonist Molly. A cozy whodunit with heart, The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "A sensational, inspiring debut . . . It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing. The Maid is flawlessly paced, with a mesmerizing Clue -like plot and a meticulous mystery with unexpected twists and turns. Once you flip the last page, you'll want to start this brilliant, unforgettable book again from the very beginning." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge, "A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!" --Clare Pooley , New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project "A murder mystery set in a luxury hotel, The Maid is equal parts fun and intrigue. Prose nails the voice of her narrator, Molly the Maid, who reminded me of Eleanor Oliphant with her shrewd observations and inadvertent humor. I felt like I was leaving a friend behind when I turned the last page. A supremely clever and heartwarming story that is not to be missed." --Stephanie Wrobel, USA Today bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold " The Maid is elegant, warmhearted, and wry, and Molly the most winningly offbeat narrator since Eleanor Oliphant. An absolute joy--I didn't want it to end!" --Louise Candlish, author of The Other Passenger "This book is an absolute treat. . . . Funny, clever, with a unique and captivating narrator who will keep you guessing until the very end. Delightful!" --Beth Morrey, author of The Love Story of Missy Carmichael " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world. More than a whodunit, The Maid is layered--Prose makes us consider how far we'd go for the people we love, and what we owe ourselves above all else. This is the smart, quirky, uplifting read we need." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push "A shining debut . . . featuring a heroine with a few tricks up her well-pressed sleeves. Uplifting and assured, this debut will have readers rooting for its eccentric yet lovable protagonist Molly. A cozy whodunit with heart, The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "A sensational, inspiring debut . . . It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing. The Maid is flawlessly paced, with a mesmerizing Clue -like plot and a meticulous mystery with unexpected twists and turns. Once you flip the last page, you'll want to start this brilliant, unforgettable book again from the very beginning." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge, "A heartwarming mystery with a lovable oddball at its center." -- Real Simple "An eccentric and unforgettable sleuth who captivated me and kept me furiously turning the pages." --Sarah Pearse, New York Times bestselling author of The Sanatorium " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push "A charming, clever, and wholly original whodunit. I cheered and felt deeply for Molly the Maid--a complex and masterfully drawn protagonist I won't soon forget." --Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author of We Were Never Here "A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!" --Clare Pooley , New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project "It's impossible not to love Molly, an endearing, eccentric hotel maid. . . . As in any cozy whodunit, clean appearances may in fact hide a few smudges. The twists and surprises keep coming until the very last page of this delightfully fresh debut." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary "Fresh, fiendish, and darkly beguiling . . . The Maid is so thrillingly original, clever, and joyous. I just adored every page." --Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of We Begin at the End " The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge "A supremely clever and heartwarming story that is not to be missed." --Stephanie Wrobel, USA Today bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold "For anyone who has ever felt out of step with the world, no matter how hard they try to fit it, Nita Prose has blessed us with Molly Gray." --Heather O'Neill, internationally bestselling author of The Lonely Hearts Hotel "I enjoyed every minute of this twisty yet tender thriller. The Maid is gripping, deftly written, and led by a truly unforgettable protagonist in Molly. I'm recommending it to everyone I know." --Emma Stonex, author of The Lamplighters " The Maid is elegant, warmhearted, and wry, and Molly the most winningly offbeat narrator since Eleanor Oliphant. An absolute joy--I didn't want it to end!" --Louise Candlish, author of The Other Passenger "Prose delivers a gratifying, kindhearted whodunit with a sharply drawn protagonist for whom readers can't help rooting. Fans of fresh takes on traditional mysteries will be delighted." -- Publishers Weekly, "A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!" --Clare Pooley , New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project "A murder mystery set in a luxury hotel, The Maid is equal parts fun and intrigue. Prose nails the voice of her narrator, Molly the Maid, who reminded me of Eleanor Oliphant with her shrewd observations and inadvertent humor. I felt like I was leaving a friend behind when I turned the last page. A supremely clever and heartwarming story that is not to be missed." --Stephanie Wrobel, USA Today bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold " The Maid is elegant, warmhearted, and wry, and Molly the most winningly offbeat narrator since Eleanor Oliphant. An absolute joy--I didn't want it to end!" --Louise Candlish, author of The Other Passenger "It's impossible not to love Molly, an endearing, eccentric hotel maid. . . . Like any cozy whodunit, clean appearances may in fact hide a few smudges. The twists and surprises keep coming until the very last page of this delightfully fresh debut." -- Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary "This book is an absolute treat. . . . Funny, clever, with a unique and captivating narrator who will keep you guessing until the very end. Delightful!" --Beth Morrey, author of The Love Story of Missy Carmichael " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world. More than a whodunit, The Maid is layered--Prose makes us consider how far we'd go for the people we love, and what we owe ourselves above all else. This is the smart, quirky, uplifting read we need." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push "A shining debut . . . featuring a heroine with a few tricks up her well-pressed sleeves. Uplifting and assured, this debut will have readers rooting for its eccentric yet lovable protagonist Molly. A cozy whodunit with heart, The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "A sensational, inspiring debut . . . It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing. The Maid is flawlessly paced, with a mesmerizing Clue -like plot and a meticulous mystery with unexpected twists and turns. Once you flip the last page, you'll want to start this brilliant, unforgettable book again from the very beginning." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge, "A cozy mystery to take along on vacation . . . a lighthearted mystery that shines as Molly evolves and learns to connect." -- The Washington Post "Excellent and totally entertaining . . . The most interesting (and endearing) main character in a long time." --Stephen King "What begins as a sprightly murder mystery turns into a meaningful, and at times even delicate, portrait of growth." --NPR "Charming, eccentric." -- The New York Times "Daring." --W Magazine "Entrancing . . . something of a modern-day Clue ." --PopSugar "A murder mystery with tremendous heart." --Lisa Jewell "An eccentric and unforgettable sleuth who captivated me and kept me furiously turning the pages." --Sarah Pearse, New York Times bestselling author of The Sanatorium " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push "A charming, clever, and wholly original whodunit. I cheered and felt deeply for Molly the Maid--a complex and masterfully drawn protagonist I won't soon forget." --Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author of We Were Never Here "A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!" --Clare Pooley , New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project "It's impossible not to love Molly, an endearing, eccentric hotel maid. . . . As in any cozy whodunit, clean appearances may in fact hide a few smudges. The twists and surprises keep coming until the very last page of this delightfully fresh debut." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary "Fresh, fiendish, and darkly beguiling . . . The Maid is so thrillingly original, clever, and joyous. I just adored every page." --Chris Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author of We Begin at the End " The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge "For anyone who has ever felt out of step with the world, no matter how hard they try to fit it, Nita Prose has blessed us with Molly Gray." --Heather O'Neill, internationally bestselling author of The Lonely Hearts Hotel "Molly is a likeable, neurodivergent narrator in this outstanding debut. The character-rich mystery ends with several twists that will appeal to fans of Eleanor Oliphant and other sympathetic heroines." --Library Journal (starred review) "Captivating, charming, and heart-warming, with deft writing and a clever, original plot, this unusual crime novel will leave readers with a warm glow." -- Booklist (starred review), "A charming, clever, and wholly original whodunit. I cheered and felt deeply for Molly the Maid--a complex and masterfully drawn protagonist I won't soon forget." --Andrea Bartz, New York Times bestselling author of We Were Never Here "For anyone who has ever felt out of step with the world, no matter how hard they try to fit it, Nita Prose has blessed us with Molly Gray. Prose has written an outrageously delightful murder mystery." --Heather O'Neill, internationally bestselling author of The Lonely Hearts Hotel "I enjoyed every minute of this twisty yet tender thriller. The Maid is gripping, deftly written, and led by a truly unforgettable protagonist in Molly. I'm recommending it to everyone I know." --Emma Stonex, author of The Lamplighters "A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!" --Clare Pooley , New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project "A murder mystery set in a luxury hotel, The Maid is equal parts fun and intrigue. Prose nails the voice of her narrator, Molly the Maid, who reminded me of Eleanor Oliphant with her shrewd observations and inadvertent humor. I felt like I was leaving a friend behind when I turned the last page. A supremely clever and heartwarming story that is not to be missed." --Stephanie Wrobel, USA Today bestselling author of Darling Rose Gold " The Maid is elegant, warmhearted, and wry, and Molly the most winningly offbeat narrator since Eleanor Oliphant. An absolute joy--I didn't want it to end!" --Louise Candlish, author of The Other Passenger "It's impossible not to love Molly, an endearing, eccentric hotel maid. . . . As in any cozy whodunit, clean appearances may in fact hide a few smudges. The twists and surprises keep coming until the very last page of this delightfully fresh debut." --Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary "This book is an absolute treat. . . . Funny, clever, with a unique and captivating narrator who will keep you guessing until the very end. Delightful!" --Beth Morrey, author of The Love Story of Missy Carmichael " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world. This is the smart, quirky, uplifting read we need." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push " The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge, " The Maid is a masterful, charming mystery that will touch your heart in ways you could never expect. The endearing, unforgettable Molly reminds us to challenge our assumptions about one another, and shows us how meaningful it is to feel truly seen in the world. More than a whodunit, The Maid is layered--Prose makes us consider how far we'd go for the people we love, and what we owe ourselves above all else. This is the smart, quirky, uplifting read we need." --Ashley Audrain, New York Times bestselling author of The Push "A shining debut . . . featuring a heroine with a few tricks up her well-pressed sleeves. Uplifting and assured, this debut will have readers rooting for its eccentric yet lovable protagonist Molly. A cozy whodunit with heart, The Maid is sure to leave mystery lovers delighted, charmed, and eager for more of Prose's work." --Karma Brown, New York Times bestselling author of Recipe for a Perfect Wife "A sensational, inspiring debut . . . It took only a few lines for me to fall hopelessly in love with hotel maid Molly Gray. Being in Molly's mind is like eating ice cream on a hot summer day: delicious and refreshing. The Maid is flawlessly paced, with a mesmerizing Clue -like plot and a meticulous mystery with unexpected twists and turns. Once you flip the last page, you'll want to start this brilliant, unforgettable book again from the very beginning." --Samantha M. Bailey, USA Today bestselling author of Woman on the Edge
