I know I say this every time, but once again, get your box of tissues out because you are certainly going to need them reading the final installment of the wonderfully heartwarming saga of our dear Molly Gray, the most loving, caring and real character who has ever existed in the character world. This story will fill your heart full as we finally get answers to Molly and her late Gran's life and legacy. And my goodness, what an ending!

Molly Gray is preparing to marry the love of her life Juan Manuel. With very little money they are trying to keep the wedding simple. But a glitch in their plan has them beside themselves. Their landlord is selling the building and now on top of all the other stress they must now find another place they are able to afford to live.

Both are still working at their jobs at The Regency Grand Hotel, Molly as head maid and also manager of Special Events. Juan Manuel is still working on his desserts in the kitchen. And yes, even though they are stressed and struggling, their love always finds a way to keep them going.

When a television antiques appraisal show decides they want to do a live broadcast from The Regency, and with Molly in charge, Juan Manuel convinces her to take a couple of her grandmother's trinkets to be appraised. One of course is her grandmother's special teacup which Molly now uses, and the other an egg ornament which had been her Grans.

No one could imagine that live on television, Molly would discover one the items is worth a great deal of money, perhaps millions! How on earth did Gran get it and why did she not tell Molly about it? So many questions but without Gran here no answers. Molly and Juan Manuel decide, with a little pushing from the television hosts to sell the item to the highest bidder live on another broadcast. Who on earth would steal the item?

But when they go live to sell the item, after the final bid, and they go to get it, the item is missing. It was stolen right before their eyes! Confusion abounds, and Molly is heartbroken, but when a key is found which leads to a diary her Gran had been writing before her death well suddenly Molly's story becomes Grans.

Although a surprising yet hard life, Gran lived with hope, understanding and of course a love for her granddaughter Molly which was unmatched except for one man. As Molly reads, she sees a side of Gran she never imagined and of course loves her even more than she ever imagined she could.

The Maid's Secret is perfect. Yes, there is a mystery to solve, but more importantly we get to see why Molly and Gran's love story was so important to each of them and those who loved both of them. Although I certainly did not want to say goodbye, I feel the wonderful circle of love was closed and know Molly and Juan Manuel will have their well-deserved happy ending.

Thank you #NetGalley #BallantineBooks #NitaProse #TheMaid'sSecret for the advanced copy.

Molly the maid finds herself being called upon to solve another mystery in this third installment of the series, this time involving her precious seemingly fake Fabriege egg. What is unique in this book is that Molly’s chapters are alternated by letters from her Gran in which she tells Molly and the reader her entire backstory including the history of the egg. The other characters provide their usual unique challenges and fun and a new interesting character is introduced in Speedy, the new doorman at the hotel.
While Molly’s adventures are fun and entertaining as usual, I really thought that Gran’s letters were a great addition to this book. They added more seriousness but explained a lot about her and Molly’s backgrounds. The wrap up at the end seemed almost too quick and kind of silly but it was neat that the both aspects of the book were brought together and Molly finally gets her happily ever after. Good for a fun and lighthearted read!
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the Advanced Reader Copy in exchange for an honest review. Opinions are my own.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an E-ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.

Molly the maid and her fiancé, Chef Juan are in the process of planning their humble wedding. The hotel is also hosting a tv show similar to the Antiques Roadshow which will review antiques for possible surprises for that hidden treasure. When Juan suggestions that Molly brings one of her Gran's items the entire team is shocked and surprised.

The book then dives extensively into the childhood and teenage year's of Molly's Gran, Flora. Gran is one of my favorite characters in books one and two. She's kind, patient and has a tremendous amount of unconditional love for Molly. The Gran that we come to know in book three is complicated. Frankly, she was spoiled, pretentious and downright snarky at times. This backstory provided a solid circle into the overall plot between major characters in Molly's life. Her Gran, mother Maggie and Grandfather, John Preston.

I did catch myself getting a little bored though in the sections that involved Flora/Gran. It was the upper class snobbery of Gran that I really disliked. I was also disappointed that this was the background that eventually gave us the Gran that we came to look in books 2 & 3. I found myself wishing that I was back with Molly and Juan while they planned the wedding. My overall opinion is that the book landed at 3.5 however I rounded it up to 4 because it is well written.

This was a really satisfying conclusion (at least I think it's a conclusion) to the Maid series. Molly is one of my favorite characters, she's endearing and I appreciate her approach to issues. This one had some holes near the end and required a solid amount of suspending logic, but I'm always willing to do that for Molly. I liked the back story that came through the letters/diary entries and I am happy we finally got to really understand Gran's backstory.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

The love reading about Molly and the Regency Grand Hotel and all the different characters in between. Molly is funny, quirky, and loveable and her growth over the previous books has been written so well. The way that Molly solves the mysteries is refreshing and as unique as her personality. I love reading and learning more about her past and Gran's life along side Molly.

I liked this but it seemed rushed compared to her other books? Would still recommend especially if readers liked the first couple books. 3.5 stars rounded up.

4.25 stars-

Another Molly the Maid book—and I really enjoyed it! While this wasn’t my favorite in the series, I always love returning to Molly’s world. Her character is so unique and comforting, and it’s a pleasure to follow her again.

That said, it was Flora’s (Gran’s) storyline that truly stood out for me. Her backstory was emotional, beautifully written, and honestly, it hit me hard—I definitely had a big, ugly cry by the end. It added so much depth and heart to the book, and I appreciated how Nita Prose tied everything together in a satisfying way.

Molly’s plotline wasn’t quite as compelling this time around, but the dual narrative worked well overall. I really hope we get more of Flora’s story in future books—she brought something special to this installment.

Thank you netgalley and Random House for a copy in exchange for an honest review

Nita does it again with another fantastic entry in the Maid series. It’s hard not to love Molly and enjoy following her story to see what’s happening current day life. This book follows Molly has she has suddenly found herself the owner of a very valuable item. How does it all play out and how does this affect her?

The 3rd installment in the Maid series is a bit different than the first 2. It’s not as much of a mystery. I mean there is a mystery but it plays such a minimal part in the novel.

Half the book are grans chapters that read more like a historical romance. Mollys chapters contain the mystery but just not as strong as the other books in the series.

Thank you to netgalley and random house publishing group - Ballantine for the copy in exchange for my honest review!

Oh I just adore this series and these characters! I so enjoyed the story of Flora/Gram and going back in time for her story. I did feel the conclusion a bit rushed but it was a happy ending so I cant complain.
Thanks to the author and publisher for the ARC!

I love this series and its characters. They are all so well written and you can’t help but just love them. Even Cheryl and she’s awful. The story and writing is inspiring and I enjoy the messaging throughout. I hope we get to learn a bit more about Molly’s mom and dad in the future.

Molly the maid is quite the character. I like reading about her, but I think I enjoyed the story about her Gran much more. If that had not been included in this story, I would have been a bit bored. I liked learning about her Gran’s background. It was nice to learn about Molly’s mom as well. While this wasn’t my favorite of the series, I enjoyed the new things I learned. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC!

I just love Molly and this series about the adorable maid who finds herself in the middle of mysteries frequently. I guess you would call the Molly the Maid series "cozy mysteries". For me, they are a welcome palate cleanser from some of the heavier novels I read.

In this novel, Molly learns a trinket she has had for many years is actually worth millions. This was discovered when a famous duo's "Antique Road show"-like television program is being filmed at Molly's employer hotel, The Regency Grand. The popularity of the show combined with the heartwarming idea of a maid becoming an instant millionaire make Molly instantly famous, something that doesn't sit well with Molly's need for routine and normalcy. Of course, all is not as it seems, and the mystery of the new treasure takes the reader on a fun little ride.

My favorite aspect of this series is always Molly and her relationships. She seems to bring out the best in almost everyone and in this entry into the series, she is still doing that. I can't wait for another Molly the Maid book if there will be one. If this one was the last, it was a good one to end on, too.

I tried to stay with the story and couldn't - too much description before and between the action (for me). I'm recommending this book for readers who love depth and relationships and family tales. The consequences of decisions may affect a long line of descendants, so beware.
It's riches to poverty, secrets to disclosure, and grandma to granddaughter ... if you like women's fiction and history, this one's for you.

4🌟

This cozy mystery series is like a sweet hug- slow and warm! The Maid's Secret was a nice conclusion and just as full of heart as the first two books. Diving into Gran's backstory in this one was so good. I preferred those chapters over Molly's.

I definitely recommend these books on audio. The narrator does an outstanding job by bringing all the characters to life!

Thank you so much Random House for my gifted copy!

I enjoyed this latest installment in the Molly the Maid series. One of the highlights for me was learning about Grandma Flora’s childhood and upbringing through her own point of view—it was a lovely way to keep her spirit alive, which has always felt central to the heart of the series.

That said, the transitions between POVs felt a bit choppy and, at times, repetitive. Still, Molly remains an incredibly endearing character, and I thought the “insta-millionaire” twist was a fun and clever way to bring the familiar cast back together.

This series leans more into cozy reading than I typically prefer, which is part of why I landed at 3.5 stars. The plot moves a bit slowly in places, which made it harder for me to stay fully engaged. However, I continue to enjoy Prose’s writing style—her use of language is especially charming—and I found the story overall to be warm and enjoyable.

Molly the Maid once again captured my heart! I have really enjoyed all of these books. I love her honest and direct way, her big heart as well as her dedication to perfection. Stolen treasure, long lost secrets, and everlasting love certainly describe this wonderful story. I hate to hear that this one is the last but I have definitely enjoyed them. I may have teared up at the end! Very heartwarming!

If you liked the first two, you'll enjoy this one as well. I loved finally getting some of Gran's backstory and a little bit more about Molly's mother. The mystery of the theft was merely okay; it definitely took a backseat to Flora (Gran)'s diary.

I fell in love with Molly the Maid in the first book, and every subsequent book gave us more of her story. This book peels the curtain even more as we learn about Molly’s grandmother. Molly strikes it rich on a TV show that appraises people’s treasures, and there’s a surprise in store for Molly and her family! 4 stars.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley, I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Cute book, Molly is a fun character to read. I loved that this included more of Grans story and the past.