Thrillers & Suspense
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The Maid: A Novel
A charmingly eccentric hotel maid discovers a guest murdered in his bed. Solving the mystery will turn her once orderly world upside down in this utterly original debut.
"Smart, riveting, and deliciously refreshing . . . a murder mystery with tremendous heart."-Lisa Jewell, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Family Upstairs
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.
"Smart, riveting, and deliciously refreshing . . . a murder mystery with tremendous heart."-Lisa Jewell, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Family Upstairs
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.
Editorial Reviews
"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 ...
"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 ...
