I adored The Maid and was happy to read the sequel. For me, the bar was set very high after the first book, but I still enjoyed this one.

I love Molly Gray! Her awkwardness is so endearing and she is such a likable character. I feel bad for her a lot of the time, but she has a way of landing in her feet. She is a huge help to the police with her observant ways and the little things she picks up on. I can’t wait for more Molly the Maid mysteries!

I'm a huge fan of Molly the maid! She's quirky, misunderstood, and incredibly relatable. This second installment in her story delivered the same heart and humor I loved from the first book, with the added intrigue of a renowned mystery author dropping dead. The plot was fast-paced and character-driven, and I especially enjoyed watching Molly continue to grow and evolve as a character in this book!

The triumphant return of Molly the Maid! I loved this novel almost as much as the first one. Molly is such a delight and I look forward to more adventures with her! Thankful for the ARC!

I love Molly from The Maid and was so excited this series was going to continue. The Mystery Guest did not disappoint! We got more of Molly in charge and a ton of twists to this cozy mystery.

Nita Prose writes some of the best cozy mysteries you will ever read. They keep you guessing without any gore or language. Prose's Molly is such an interesting character and you just cannot help but keep turning the pages as she tries to figure out what is going on in her favorite place at the hotel. This specific mystery added a personal spin to Molly's life and it was so nice seeing flashbacks in her young childhood and with her grandmother. I feel like this added so much to our building relationship with Molly the Maid and how she became the woman she is. This was a great add on to this already fantastic story.

I do not have a single complaint about this story. From the first page to the very last you are left guessing on what happened and who was involved. The way Molly's thoughts play out in the book is incredibly interesting to read because of her unique mind. I also really enjoyed watching her grow as a leader and really take charge and stand up for herself in many ways. I cannot wait to read the next one and see what Molly does next!

LOVED THIS BOOK! I loved Nita Prose's first Maid book, and this second did not disappoint. A great story line, the same wonderful characters plus some new ones, and just a fun quick read!

3.5⭐️

Big thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for the ARC copy of the second book of this series!

This was another cute mystery and I just love Molly's character. I appreicate her whit & the cander. I did like this one a bit more than the first in the series, and loved the ending and the little suprise info we got from this second book!

Cute, quick read for sure!

Thank you to netgalley for providing an e-galley for review. The Mystery Guest follows Molly Gray's delightfully dark story, solving another untimely death in the hotel where she is a maid. Due to her quirky nature, she is able to notice things that other people do not. In this book, she also has takes someone under her wing to show them the cleaning ropes. We also get a little bit more of Molly's history. A fun cozy mystery.

Loved this. I really enjoyed everything about this. I loved the story completely. It will stay with me for a long time. I appreciate that the author has very strong voice - one I really enjoy. Looking forward to the holiday one coming out soon.

The Mystery Guest brings back Molly Gray, now promoted to Head Maid at the Regency Grand Hotel, who gets caught in another murder mystery when famous author J.D. Grimthorpe dies during an event. Molly’s quirks, especially her difficulty with social cues, make her both a suspect and an unlikely detective as she unravels secrets connected to her past.

While Molly’s character remains charming and engaging, the story sometimes feels slow due to long flashbacks. However, fans of The Maid will enjoy this return to Molly’s world, with its blend of mystery and heart.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this eARC.

Heartwarming, cozy, and sweet. Mark my words, Molly the Maid will become one of this generation's beloved investigators. The Mystery Guest felt just like watching an early episode of Monk, where he is still coming into his own and not everyone appreciates his skills of observation but he saves the day and proves his genius. I can't wait for the next installment and hope that there will be many cozy mysteries in Molly's future.

Book Review: The Mystery Guest by Nita Prose – A Working Mom's Take

As a working mom juggling countless tasks, I love a quick, engaging read, and The Mystery Guest by Nita Prose didn’t disappoint. This charming sequel brings back Molly Gray, the endearing hotel maid with a knack for getting involved in mysteries. When a famous author is found dead at the Regency Grand Hotel just before an event, Molly’s curiosity and keen eye for detail pull her into the investigation.

I appreciated Molly’s quirky, relatable nature—balancing the demands of her job while solving the mystery reminded me of how we moms handle everything at once. Prose’s light, witty writing kept me hooked, and the twists were just enough to keep the pages turning.

Final Thoughts: The Mystery Guest is a delightful, fast-paced read perfect for moms who want a cozy mystery with a lovable heroine. It’s engaging without being overwhelming—a great pick for a well-deserved break!

I’m so glad we got a sequel! Molly the maid’s character has grown and developed really well. I would love to see Molly further grow in future books. This is a quick, hilarious, easy to read and very enjoyable story. The ending wrapped up really well. Highly recommend!

Thank you NetGalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I loved this even more than the first! I love Molly and really enjoyed this story. Getting to hear so much about Molly’s past was a treat! Can’t wait for the next one!

Loved this! I love thee characters and I look forward to many many more books in this series! I can't wait for the Christmas story!

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if you have not read the first novel you need to do that before reading this one. The first one is a gem and so is the second. Nita Prose has a mystery that keeps you turning the pages and guessing all the way through again.

The second installment in the Molly the Maid series was just as much fun as the first. Molly is now the head maid at the hotel and is training a new, very shy, very quiet new maid in training.
Unfortunately, there is also an exciting event happening, an author event in which a renowned mystery author will be making a special announcement.
Before he can.. he falls over dead!
Detective Stark is back on the scene once again, assuming that Molly is up to no good as well, and immediately assuming foul play. (This rather annoyed me, wouldn't you think heart attack, stroke, anything else rather than oh yeah this guy was murdered.. at least until an autopsy was done?)
But Molly refuses to let anyone get her down, and she is determined to keep her hotel clean.
Molly is a fun character. We get some glimpses into her childhood, and her growing up with her beloved gran, and while bittersweet, it was nice to see how far she has come since being a shy, lonely child.
Great read

Molly the Maid continues her reign as one of my all-time favorite fictional characters. Definitely kicking myself for waiting so long to read this one after it's pub day but I'm already hungry for more of her life. Huge thank you to Netgalley and Random House for my review copy!

Thank you to NetGalley for this advance copy of The Mystery Guest by Nita Prose. It was fun revisiting our girl Molly from “The Maid”! Such a memorable character whose Gumpian charm has always made me want to come back for more. This installment gave us a character from her past, so we got a great new perspective as we dove into Molly’s childhood. I hope this is a series that continues to delivery for years to come.

I really enjoyed the characters of the Regency Grand Hotel the first time and was glad to return. This book brings a new mystery for Molly to work through. The murder victim has a direct tie to Molly’s childhood. I really enjoyed more glimpses into Molly’s past, with more flash backs of Molly, Gran, and even Mr. Preston. If you liked The Maid, you will enjoy this also.

I received a free copy of this book from the publishers, via NetGalley, in exchange for an honest review.