You can't help but love Molly The Maid. I have read and enjoyed every book in this series so far. This is such a cute Christmas short story. I recommend for anyone who wants to read a Christmas mystery.

This was a fun little read! As it’s not my normal type of book, I loved seeing Molly with a good surprise. This definitely puts me in the Christmas Spirit!

3.5 stars

This was a lighthearted holiday mystery novella. But I was kinda disappointed with the mystery overall - yes I get the fact that it was supposed to be lighthearted, but I kinda wanted <i>more</i> of a mystery element.

What a cute story! I've read all the books in the Molly Maid series, and this holiday novella was a sweet surprise. If you love cozy mysteries/romances, especially set during the holidays, The Mistletoe Mystery will not disappoint. And the story sets up a plot development for the next book in the series. Much thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for the opportunity to read this delightful eArc.

I have enjoyed all the books in this series so far they are easy reads and the characters are ones that you can root for. This was a nice addition to the series and perfect for the holidays.

What a sweet novella! Molly the Maid is a charming if not mildly infuriating character. I love her and Juan Manuel's love. This was the perfect little Christmas love story.

If you're looking for a quick holiday read, look no further! Molly is back in true Molly fashion.

"Mistletoe Mystery" by Nita Prose is a charming holiday read filled with mystery and warmth. Molly Gray is an endearing character who feels both relatable and unique as she navigates the festive season and an intriguing Secret Santa gift exchange at the Regency Grand Hotel. Prose skillfully captures the holiday spirit while weaving in suspense. Molly’s reflections on trust, love, and family traditions add depth and heart to the story, making it more than just a holiday mystery. A delightful, cozy read that reminds us of the magic of the season and the importance of those we hold dear.

Thank you Nita Prose, Random House Publishing - Balentine, and Netgalley for the advanced copy!

First off, you should have read The Maid before you read this. Second- this book does not really contain a mystery like the title suggests. It isn’t really necessary for the series but it is cute and another chance to read about quirky Molly the maid and her not so “fishy dishy”. Super predictable but again festive and cute.

Thank you to NetGally, the author, and Random House Publishing Group for letting me read and review this ARC.

Thanks to Net Galley and Ballantine Books for the ARC. The story is just what you’d expect of this series. Quirky, smart and in this case sweet happy ending. It was a literary snack and timed perfectly for the start of the holiday season. Molly is back and as acutely self aware as ever. This is the first of the series I have read versus audio and I find that I enjoy the audio more than the series narrator is perfect to add the nuance and cadence to Mollys voice.

Molly and Juan Manuel are back, for a short bit, at Christmastime. I mean, yes...it was predictable and even a little cheesy, but it's a little novella after all. I tend to not enjoy short stories as much because modern ones tend to be rushed, and you barely meet a couple before they're running off into the snowcapped mountains together. But this offering by Prose shows the more romantic side of this quirky couple without a murder mystery to solve this time. I enjoyed it for just what it was.
Thanks to NetGalley and Ballantine Books for this ARC. All opinions are mine.

A novella about Molly, a lovable, neurodiverse maid who is faced with a mystery during the holiday season | A very quick read that perfectly captures the busyness, excitement and angst that can come with the holidays | It took me a while to understand what the "mystery" was, I expected a more traditional murder mystery, which left me a bit disappointed | A good read and lovely start to this year's holiday reading for me

3.5 stars

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Very cute Christmas story but easy to see what was coming. I like Molly the maid stories. Definitely want to read the next one!

The Mistletoe Mystery was a cute holiday read featuring Molly the Maid. This time, Molly doesn't have any murders to solve, but she is a bit perplexed about what is going on with her fiancé Juan. The Mistletoe Mystery has all the charm of the previous Molly the Maid novels in a compact holiday story.

I would recommend this book to other fans of the Molly the Maid series. It should tide us over until the next installment comes out in April 2025.

I received this book courtesy of the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I had high hopes for the Mistletoe Mystery as I had loved the first two books. However, the sugar content in this novella was more than I could stomach. First of all, there was no mystery. And secondly, the relationship between Molly and Juan was too saccharin and unbelievable. Molly’s quirkiness that was so endearing in the first two books was simply a rehash in this one. There was nothing new. Nothing interesting. I have not given up on Molly though, and I hope there will be future sequels that have more depth of plot to them.

This was a cute Christmas Novella. We will focus more on Molly and Juan. I liked that we got to have more of a romance story and not as much mystery since its a quick read. This book had me drawn in from the beginning until the end and left me smiling. I had a good time with these characters and it will get you into the holiday spirit. I would still recommend reading the first two books before reading this one. I would definitely recommend this book and this series.

Thank you Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine | Ballantine Books for allowing me to read this ARC for my honest opinion.

I’m a big fan of The Maid and The Mystery Guest, so I was excited to get to read The Mistletoe Mystery (Molly the Maid 2.5. This festive novella picks up with Molly and Juan’s life together exploring the holiday traditions they share. My only complaint was it was too short and I wanted more of them. It definitely gets you in the holiday spirit.
A big thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for allowing me access to an advanced digital copy.

Thank you netgalley for this arc of the mistletoe mystery in exchange for my honest review, molly the maid is at it again. She is such a quirky and well loved character. The writing is well done and easy to read. Will Molly figure out why her boyfriend Juan Manuel is acting so mysterious this holiday season? A very fun little holiday read.

3🌟

Was this necessary? No. Was it interesting? Eh. Do I still love Molly the maid and will read any book involving her character? Yep yep yep! 😂

This novella was okay. I’ve read quite a few novellas now (in other series) & I found that this one lacked depth. There wasn’t much of a mystery, as it was pretty obvious early on as to what was going to happen. I could’ve used more Christmas cheer/activities too!🎄 Nevertheless, Molly still remains one of my favorite book characters to date!!! 💘 Gran’s gentle advice never gets old. I’m excited for the next novel in this series in 2025.

Thank you so much Ballantine Books for my advanced copy!

How can I find a friend like Molly! Such a cute book to read for the holiday season — especially if you’ve been loving this series! Molly is such a gem and we must protect her at all costs. Glad I was able to read this novella as she finds her happy ending with Juan.

This is such a cute little mystery for the holiday season! I am loving the series and this novella! Definitely read it if you've enjoyed the others in the series