Molly the Maid’s story concludes in The Maid’s Secret. In the final book, Nina Prose intertwines two stories. Molly and her grandmother’s diary entries are in the past, while the egg’s history unfolds in the present. A mystery arises at the Regency Grand hotel when the egg vanishes.

It’s an enjoyable book, but some parts excel over others.

Molly, I am so glad you are back! I have missed you. Molly, the maid, once again has pulled my heartstrings and won’t let go. Her direct, honest approach, big heart, and dedication to perfection are on full display in this entering, original, and emotional mystery. Stolen treasure, long-hidden secrets, and everlasting love dominate this touching and at times, heartbreaking tale. Molly is, as always a breath of fresh air as she embarks on a new beginning. The meticulous maid once again touches my heart as the mystery unfolds. Thank you, NetGalley and Ballantine Books for my copy. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Thank you so much to NetGalley, Ballantine Books, and Nita Prose for the digital ARC of The Maid's Secret. All opinions are my own.

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The third novel in the Molly the Maid series is another cozy mystery that focuses far more on Gran's life and backstory than the actual heist involving Molly. We resume the story with Molly and Juan Manuel taking one of Molly's treasures to be evaluated by a tv show auction house. All is going well until the treasure is stolen right as it was set to make Molly very wealthy. From there, we follow the investigation in the periphery, for most of the book is diary entries from Gran's youth.

Overall, I enjoyed learning about the mysterious Gran after 2 novels and a novella reading about how she didn't like to talk about her past. Her story was engaging. I would say, though, that if you are looking for a Molly-centered mystery, you aren't going to get much from this book. In fact, I'd say the mystery is hardly even present. Prose attempts to make it high stakes, but I don't think it pays off. Fans of the series will probably enjoy this. Readers could probably jump into having never read a previous Molly the Maid story, but I don't think they would find it very enjoyable. A solid continuation of the series if you're someone that likes Molly and a good cozy mystery.

I know that the new “format” this book offers in style compared to the others may throw some off- but it’s what I found most endearing. I cried, I laughed (as usual), I think this last one gave a good solid round up for this trilogy. Molly is still lovable, Juan is such a loving partner, and grandad and Nan shone through their past. Overall, completely enamored with this book and I’m so thankful to the publisher and NetGalley for allowing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I wish I could rate the first half of the book and the second half of the book. I love the characters, but the mystery didn't start until a third of the way of the book. The first third to half of the book was primarily focused on Molly's grandmother's story. While it was fun getting to know Molly's family history, her grandma's story was a little slow.

Once the mystery unfolded and Molly's grandma's story started to make connections, that's when I couldn't stop reading. The mystery was not necessarily the most sophisticated or exciting but the connections between the past and present made it intriguing.

For people who have enjoyed the series, this will definitely mean more to you as it brings in a history of the characters you love. For those who haven't read the first books, I would suggest starting from the beginning. I don't think this book would mean as much as a standalone.

It hurts me to write this, but I think my love of Molly the maid has come to an end. I loved all the prior books, but this one just didn’t work as well for me. I still enjoyed every part of Mollys story, but this one alternated between Molly and her grandmother. I just did not feel as connected to Grans story - in fact at times I disliked her. I think if the story had been all from Mollys perspective I would have enjoyed it more. All the other characters were there and great. I enjoyed the actual story line - it moved quickly and was fun. I just did not love the dual pov.

Thank you NetGalley for my advanced reader copies.

Molly the Maid is back for the third installment in the series. This version centers around an antiques roadshow like production that comes to be filmed at the hotel. I liked the idea but this storyline never grabbed me. I am disappointed since I loved the first book and liked the second, however I likely won't continue the series after this book 3.

I really enjoyed this book in the Molly the Maid series. Grandma was fun to get to know. I enjoyed the multiple character chapters.
Thank you to Ballantine Books and NetGalley for this ARC, this review is my honest opinion.

This is a great addition to the series! I loved getting to know Molly’s gran and gran-dad especially the way the author did it interwoven with the current time. Well written and enjoyable! I not only recommend this book but the entire series!

4.5/5 stars

After falling in love with Molly Gray and her story in book one, I felt let down by book 2, and the Christmas book. This book definitely redeemed the series, but I loved Flora’s chapters in the story more than Molly’s. I found myself quickly reading the Molly chapters so I could return to Flora and her story.

This was one of my favorite of the series. Good mystery. Loved getting the backstory on Gran. Nice happy ending for most. Thanks NetGalley for the review kindle copy.

Oh, how lucky are we readers to get a new Molly the Maid book?!! In this book, Molly discovers that a lifelong trinket she admires is actually much more than meets the eye. The usual cast of characters abound in this novel, and we get to catch up on all of their current happenings. It's always a treat to get immersed in Molly's literal world. Read and enjoy!

Quick, easy and pleasant read. Nothing challenging, nothing deep, lotsa holes in the plot, but enjoyable nevertheless. The good guys win. Nice finale to the series. If you enjoyed the first two, you’ll enjoy this one. If you haven’t read the first two, you should read them before reading this one.

I appreciate this ARC from NetGalley and the publisher, Ballantine Books, in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own.

Molly Gray holds a special place in my heart. It has been a joy to follow her story from the start, with The Maid to her most current book, The Maid’s Secret.
In The Maid’s Secret, Molly is the Head Maid and Special Events Manager of the Regency Grand Hotel. Molly’s life is about to change when she brings in some old trinkets to be appraised on the popular antiques show Hidden Treasure. When her items are appraised at millions, Molly becomes an instant celebrity.
Molly decides to sell her treasure and becomes part of a mystery when her treasure disappears on auction day. The mystery lies in a diary written by Molly’s Grandma. When Molly reads the diary about her grandmother’s past, she learns about her grandmother’s secrets and greatest love.
This book hit all the marks for me. It had a mystery, Molly and her awesome personality, and her loving grandmothers words and stories.

4 stars

Honestly, the book took me a while to get into, but in the end I really enjoyed it. I did enjoy Gran's chapters arguably more than Molly's, but it was overall a nice conclusion to the story. Flora and John forever. I did enjoy the cozy mystery aspect of this series with a solid cast of side characters. There were so many deeper messages of these books, and I will continue to recommend this series.

Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

3 out of 5 stars - A Cozy Return, but Missing the Spark

I was excited to dive back into Molly's world after enjoying The Maid, and while The Maid's Secret offers the same charming tone and quirky narration, it didn't quite capture the magic of the first, (or second and even the Christmas novella), book for me. Molly remains an endearing character, and her unique perspective still brings a fresh take to the mystery genre. The hotel setting once again serves as a fun backdrop, with its hidden dramas and secrets.
However, the plot felt a bit predictable this time around, and the pacing dragged in places. Some of the twists were easy to see coming, and a few new characters felt underdeveloped. That said, Nita Prose still writes with warmth and heart, and fans of cozy mysteries will likely enjoy the ride.
It's a pleasant read, just not as memorable or gripping as I hoped. A solid follow-up, but not quite a standout.

The Maid's Secret by Nita Prose was another story about the lovable Molly the Maid. Future husband, Juan Manuel, plays a big role in the story, as do some of the past featured characters. Molly appears on an Antiques Roadshow type show with a box full of her Gran's mementos. She's given some pretty interesting news but it isn't until she delves into Gran's diary that she discovers the past that Gran never spoke of. The diary entries are so genuine that you feel for Gran and her life. Without giving away the details, I was pleased by the ending. I find Prose's writing style very enjoyable. She has careful consideration for the descriptions of her characters, they are likable, nice people. I'm hoping we can have another Molly the Maid and Juan the Pastry Chef story.

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The way that I invested myself with this series! I love Molly. In this book we have another beautiful backdrop, dual timelines, secrets and a mystery. Without saying much, we are twisting through figuring out who might be after Molly after a heist occurs and her life is in danger. Could her Grans diary have the answers and will they get to the bottom of it all before it’s too late?? This book will have you on the edge from start to finish and the way I sat with this after the ending. I love this series and I am definitely in need of more of Nita’s mysteries! Snag this series up if you haven’t started it already because it’s the best time of your life!

Large thank you to our Author, NetGalley as well as Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine | Ballantine Books

This book was a quick, easy read, but my least favorite of the series. I adore Molly and her quirks, as well as Juan and his love for Molly. At first, I struggled through the chapters about Gran, but became more intrigued as the story progressed! Still a worthy, spring time read for me!

Thank you to Random House - Ballantine for the ARC of this book! All opinions in this review are my own.

This is the third book following Molly the maid. Recently engaged to her beloved, Juan Manuel, she is excited to have the hosts of Hidden Treasures visit the Grand Regency hotel. The employees of the hotel are encouraged to bring in heirlooms to be appraised, and Molly brings in an egg that she inherited from a home her Gran worked at previously. To Molly's surprise, it's worth millions and her life changes overnight. After being auctioned, the egg vanishes, and Molly must figure out what happened to it. The answer to the crime is within a diary left behind for Molly from her Gran.

I LOVED THIS BOOK. Molly is one of my favorite literary characters, ever. I love reading a story from the POV of a neurodivergent main character. Molly is charming, sweet, and devoted to everything in her life. The book jumps between present day, and Gran's diary entries, and I adored every second of the story. Gran's chapters straight up had me crying at the end, and we all deserve the type of love Gran had for Molly. Gran's chapters are a great reminder than we can all learn and grow as people.

Pick this book up if you've enjoyed the other Maid books. You will need to read those prior to this book to fully enjoy the story and understand the character growth within the story. It's a fantastic addition to this series, and I have nothing but praise for Nita Prose! This series is wonderful!