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The Maid

by Nita Prose
The Maid
The Maid

Quirky maid entangled in a murder mystery.

If you've ever felt out of place, Molly Gray's story in "The Maid" might resonate with you. Picture yourself as a fly on the wall of a luxurious hotel, observing a character whose unique perspective turns a classic whodunit into a touching exploration of human connection. This isn't just another murder mystery; it's a window into the world of someone who sees things a little differently, and you might just find yourself cheering for Molly as she dusts off the truth.

  • Barry Award for Best First Novel (2023)
  • Anthony Award for Best First Novel and Nominee for Best Hardcover Novel (2023)
  • Audie Award Nominee for Mystery (2023)
  • Edgar Award Nominee for Best Novel (2023)
  • Goodreads Choice Award for Mystery & Thriller and Nominee for Debut Novel (2022)
  • She Reads Best of Award for Mystery & Thriller and Nominee for Book of the Year (2022)
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The Maid

by Nita Prose
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ISBN: 9780593356173
Authors: Nita Prose
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Date of Publication: 2023-01-03
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Contemporary, Mystery/Crime/Thriller
Related Topics: Suspense, Thriller, Mystery, Crime
Goodreads rating: 3.75
(rated by 716902 readers)

Description

Molly Gray is not like everyone else. She struggles with social skills and misreads the intentions of others. Her gran used to interpret the world for her, codifying it into simple rules that Molly could live by. Since Gran died a few months ago, twenty-five-year-old Molly has been navigating life's complexities all by herself. No matter--she throws herself with gusto into her work as a hotel maid. Her unique character, along with her obsessive love of cleaning and proper etiquette, make her an ideal fit for the job. She delights in donning her crisp uniform each morning, stocking her cart with miniature soaps and bottles, and returning guest rooms at the Regency Grand Hotel to a state of perfection. But Molly's orderly life is upended the day she enters the suite of the infamous and wealthy Charles Black, only to find it in a state of disarray and Mr. Black himself dead in his bed. Before she knows what's happening, Molly's unusual demeanor has the police targeting her as their lead suspect. She quickly finds herself caught in a web of deception, one she has no idea how to untangle. Fortunately for Molly, friends she never knew she had unite with her in a search for clues to what really happened to Mr. Black--but will they be able to find the real killer before it's too late? A Clue-like, locked-room mystery and a heartwarming journey of the spirit, The Maid explores what it means to be the same as everyone else and yet entirely different--and reveals that all mysteries can be solved through connection to the human heart.
 

Quirky maid entangled in a murder mystery.

If you've ever felt out of place, Molly Gray's story in "The Maid" might resonate with you. Picture yourself as a fly on the wall of a luxurious hotel, observing a character whose unique perspective turns a classic whodunit into a touching exploration of human connection. This isn't just another murder mystery; it's a window into the world of someone who sees things a little differently, and you might just find yourself cheering for Molly as she dusts off the truth.

  • Barry Award for Best First Novel (2023)
  • Anthony Award for Best First Novel and Nominee for Best Hardcover Novel (2023)
  • Audie Award Nominee for Mystery (2023)
  • Edgar Award Nominee for Best Novel (2023)
  • Goodreads Choice Award for Mystery & Thriller and Nominee for Debut Novel (2022)
  • She Reads Best of Award for Mystery & Thriller and Nominee for Book of the Year (2022)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.