The Maid’s Secret is the newest in the Molly the Maid series. As we have learned in the previous books, Molly is most comfortable when her life follows the neat and orderly rules she lives by. She has always been a force to be reckoned with in her own quiet way, but in this new book her life is turned upside down and she is struggling to make sense of it all. In the end her family and friends rally around her and it was so heartwarming to watch everyone step up to help.

The book alternates story lines. One is current day with Molly, Juan (the sweetest finance ever), Mr. Preston, and the hotel staff. The other is told through diary entries by Molly’s beloved grandmother, Flora, where we learn of her history. Personally, I’m not typically a fan of the dual storyline as it pulls me out of each of the stories being told. In this case the storylines eventually intertwine and I understand the value of hearing Gran’s story in her own words.

The mysteries of the story reveal themselves slowly, but I thought the way the author lets us in on what is going on was very clever. I really enjoyed getting to know more about Molly’s grandmother’s history and thought the ending was just perfect.

As a big fan of the first two books and the recent novella, I was very excited to get the opportunity to read an advanced copy of the book. Thank you to the publisher Random House Publishing Group | Ballantine Books, author Nita Prose, and NetGalley for the gifted digital ARC provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group for the Advanced Reader’s Copy of The Maid’s Secret by Nita Prose.

Another book in this series that did not disappoint. As Molly finds out one of her treasured possessions is worth millions, she is given her Gran’s diary which could contain the clue she needs to unravel the mystery when her treasure disappears. Reading Gran’s diary along with Molly was my favorite part. The Maid’s Secret was another well told story of Molly’s adventures that will surprise you, draw you in and perhaps even make you shed a tear.

I was excited at the opportunity to review this ARC. I love The Maid series of books and if you have not read them, you are missing out. I hope there are more adventures in store for Molly the Maid and I look forward to the next one!

I received this ARC for free and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

Molly the Maid has become one of my favorite cozy mystery series. As such, I couldn't have been happier to be back at the Regency Grand with Molly and the gang for another heartwarming whodunnit.

In this installment, Molly Gray is planning her nuptials to her beloved, Juan Manuel, as well as managing her new duties as Special Events Manager at the hotel. When they decide to host an episode of "Hidden Treasures," a reality television show where people can bring in their precious artifacts for appraisal, she becomes an overnight sensation when one of her shoebox items turns out to be a priceless relic. Taking her from maid to marvel to multimillionaire in a blink! That is--until the piece is stolen in broad daylight and she finds herself at the epicenter of an art heist.

With the Fabergé egg gone, vanished, and her life under threat from cryptic notes found around the hotel, Molly must find a way to crack the mystery before it's too late.

As it happens, all the clues she needs reside in an old forgotten diary written by her gran. So, with diary in-hand, Molly not only unravels the culprit in this present hotel caper, but she also learns shocking truths and answers about her gran's never-before-talked-about past.

The Maid's Secret was undeniably charming and heartfelt. The dual timeline kept me glued to the pages, with Molly's indefatigable spirit and sincerity shining through stronger than ever, enhanced even, by Gran's historical backstory as the child of a wealthy magnate who fell in love with someone who was deemed below her station. The balance of cozy suspense and emotional depth was exquisite, and I loved encountering all the familiar faces I've come to know and love over the course of the series. A delight from start to finish.

If I could, I'd spend forever tidying rooms and solving crimes with Molly at the Regency Grand.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Ballantine Books for the ARC in exchange for my review!

Thank you so much NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine for allowing me access to this ebook! I'm a huge Molly the Maid fan so I was thrilled to received this ARC! I even used the NetGalley Reader at work to read this one everytime I could (oups!)
The Maid's Secret is book #3 in the series by Nita Prose, it will be published on April 8th and I encourage all the fans and lovers of cozy mysteries to pick this one up!
Molly Gray’s life takes an unexpected turn when an old trinket she brings to a TV show appraisal is revealed to be a priceless artifact, making her an overnight sensation. But just as she prepares to sell it, the treasure vanishes in a daring heist, pulling Molly and her friends into a high-stakes mystery. As she searches for answers, a long-lost diary from her Gran unveils shocking family secrets—ones that may hold the key to solving it all.
I really want to applaud the writer's writing style and their amazing pacing. I never wanted to put this book down. She managed to keep my interest high throughout the book and that's quite rare!

Molly is one of the most endearing characters I have ever read about as I love her honesty and how she always quotes her grandmother. This could work as a stand alone but you get so much more out of it if you read the whole series. Molly is now the Special Events Manager at the Regency Grand Hotel. She is engaged to Juan Manual and they are planning their wedding. The hotel is hosting "Hidden Treasures" a reality television show where people bring in their items for appraisal. Mr Snow has let the employees bring items in and Molly brings a box of trinkets. She is shocked to learn her Faberge egg is real and worth millions.

This event pushes Molly into the limelight and has her trending on social media. She decides to sell the egg and put money toward her wedding. Someone steals the egg and threatens Molly.

Molly and her friends must solve who the thief is. This is told in two time lines one present and one past from grandma's journal.

This book was a sheer delight! I truly hope there is more in this series as I can't get enough of Molly.

3.5 Molly Gray stars

This is the third installment in this series from Nita Prose and Molly the Maid is such a memorable character. She looks at the world a bit differently, but I adore her and her approach to life. She loves her job at the Regency Grand Hotel, managing special events and serving as head maid. She’s engaged to Juan Manuel and it seems life can’t get much better.

A hit TV show is filming at the hotel to evaluate antiquities that the public can bring in. Everyone is hoping for a hidden treasure worth millions. The big surprise happens during the staff opportunity for evaluation. Molly has brought in a few treasures to look at, and it turns out she has a priceless piece! Molly is suddenly in the spotlight!

As her world takes a crazy turn, an auction is planned, and Molly and Juan start to dream about spending the money. An upgraded wedding, a new place to stay, maybe even an actual wedding dress.

Molly was mostly raised by her beloved Gran, and in each book, I have loved Gran’s wisdom and outlook on life. In this installment, we have an opportunity to read Gran’s backstory in the form of her diary in alternating chapters. This backstory didn’t really match my vision of Gran.

When Molly’s priceless piece is stolen, we get some favorite characters back in the action. Will Molly get her treasure back, or will more sinister elements have their way?

I enjoyed Molly’s section of the book more than Gran’s chapters. Usually I want more Gran in these books, but this time I wanted more Molly! Still an enjoyable read and character growth for these beloved characters.

Another sweet and fun mystery in the Molly the Maid series, this novel uncovers Molly's Gran's history in depth and puts Molly right in the middle of some layered mysteries involving a Faberge egg, an Antiques Roadshow-style tv show, and its charismatic hosts--who have more secrets, perhaps, than Molly. Some of it is a little improbable for me (I have relatives in the antique auction world) but might not bother other readers.

In this latest installment of the Maid series we have an art heist at the hotel. With Molly and Juan's wedding only two months away wedding plans are put on hold until the mystery is solved. In this book we learn a lot more about Gran's life story. This is a story of an spirited heist investigation mixed with an epic love story. I enjoyed it! Thanks to @NetGalley for the ARC of this book.

Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC

In "The Maid's Secret", Nita Prose crafts an engrossing and heart-wrenching tale that transcends the confines of a simple mystery novel. Following her best-selling debut "The Maid", Prose once again demonstrates her ability to weave an intricate narrative, rich with nuanced characters and compelling plot twists.

This story revolves around Molly Gray, a seemingly ordinary maid with an extraordinary knack for solving mysteries. Set in a grand, opulent hotel, Molly stumbles upon a devastating secret that threatens to upend the lives of the hotel's elite guests. As she delves deeper into the intrigue, Molly must navigate a labyrinth of deceit, betrayal, and hidden motives, all while grappling with her own tumultuous past.

What sets this novel apart is Prose's deft characterization. Molly Gray is a protagonist who resonates deeply, her vulnerability and strength depicted with an authenticity that readers will find both relatable and inspiring. The supporting cast, from the enigmatic hotel staff to the enigmatic guests, each add a layer of complexity to the narrative, making the story feel like a tapestry of interconnected lives.

Prose’s writing is both evocative and immersive, with vivid descriptions that bring the hotel setting to life. Her attention to detail is meticulous, and she masterfully balances suspense with emotional depth. The pacing is impeccable, with each chapter ending on a tantalizing cliffhanger that keeps the reader eagerly turning pages.

At its core, "The Maid's Secret" is a story about the human condition – about trust, loyalty, and the lengths we go to protect our secrets. Prose explores themes of power dynamics and social hierarchies with a keen eye, shedding light on the often unseen world of those who serve and those who are served.

In "The Maid's Secret" Nita Prose has once again proven her prowess as a storyteller, delivering a novel that is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining.

Whether you're a fan of mystery novels or simply love a good story, *The Maid's Secret* is a must-read.

This is the third book in the series of Molly the Maid, but could easily be read as a standalone book.
Molly has taken on Special Events as the hotel where she works and is excited to have a TV show filmed on location for the popular Hidden Treasures series. The staff is invited to bring in their treasures for appraisal before the general public, and Molly creates an immediate stir with an item of her grandmother's worth millions. When the item eventually goes missing, an investigation begins to solve the mystery.
This book alternates between current events and chapters from the diary of Molly's grandmother. It took me a little bit to get into this flow, but then it works nicely to help the reader piece the puzzle together.

Molly takes some of her treasures to a one of those Antiques Road Show like events being filmed at the hotel. It turns out she has a very valuable item. This creates problems, like theft and changes in her routine. This story runs parallel to her the story of her grandmother’s early life told via a diary. I liked the previous books in the Molly the Maid series, but I did not enjoy this one as much. In fact I almost didn’t finish it but it picked up about half way through.

I'm a devoted fan of Molly Gray—she’s a truly one-of-a-kind, deeply resonant character, and I love following her adventures! If The Housemaid is worthy of a movie adaptation, then surely Molly deserves her own big-screen moment too, don’t you think? And now, in this latest installment, she’s finally about to walk down the aisle with Juan Manuel—an event worth celebrating on its own! But, of course, nothing in Molly’s world happens without a twist, and this time, she finds herself entangled in a high-stakes art heist that threatens her very safety.

With an unexpected treasure discovery turning her into an overnight sensation, Molly’s simple life as the Regency Grand’s Head Maid and Special Events Manager takes a dramatic turn. What starts as an exciting TV appraisal quickly spirals into chaos when her newly unearthed artifact—worth millions—vanishes in broad daylight. Suddenly, Molly is at the center of a daring theft, and the only clues to unraveling the mystery lie within the pages of her Gran’s old diary. As Molly delves into long-buried family secrets, she uncovers shocking revelations about her grandmother’s past—a love story that echoes through time and holds the key to the present mystery.

This novel seamlessly blends a clever whodunnit with a deeply emotional journey of love, legacy, and self-discovery. Molly’s signature charm and sincerity shine through, making her an unforgettable protagonist. But this time, it’s Gran’s backstory that adds a whole new depth, weaving historical intrigue into Molly’s modern-day troubles. The dual timeline approach keeps the suspense high, and while the heist itself is thrilling, the real magic lies in the emotional weight of Gran’s revelations.

Heartfelt, engaging, and irresistibly charming, The Maid’s Secret is the perfect mix of mystery and heart. Whether you’re in it for the twists, the nostalgia, or just to spend more time with Molly, this book is an absolute treat. Fans of the series will be delighted, and newcomers will be drawn in by its warmth and wit. Highly recommend!

A very huge thanks to NetGalley and Random House Publishing Group - Ballantine | Ballantine Books for sharing this highly anticipated sequel's digital reviewer copy with me in exchange for my honest opinions.

First off, let me say that I love Nita Prose, and her Molly Gray books have always been near and dear to my heart. But while The Maid’s Secret was an enjoyable read, it wasn’t anything like I’ve come to expect from this series. If you’ve read the first three books then you already know there is a certain tone and…what’s the word…format? Well, that didn’t apply here. Even Molly’s voice and dialogue seemed different. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but it just felt “off”. The only parts I really enjoyed were Gran’s diary entries to Molly and being able to learn more about her life and past history. The actual present day mystery aspect of the story was lackluster and at times difficult to grasp. I would still recommend it if you’re just looking for something quick to read, but of all the Molly Gray books I have to say this one is my least favorite.

Molly the maid is back and this time she is thrust in the spotlight! I absolutely enjoy this series from Nita Prose and look forward to each new book in the series! The Maid’s Secret delves into gram’s past as her diary is revealed while Molly deals with being the new “it” girl. What an endearing, heartwarming story. At the end, I admit once again I cried with Molly and gram. Well done! Thanks to NetGalley and Random House-Ballantine for the ARC. All opinions are my own. Rating: 5 stars Publication Date: April 08, 2025

Many thanks to NetGalley and the author for the eARC.

The third in the "Molly the Maid" series, this book gives more "historical romance" feels than "cozy mystery" vibes in my opinion, though that might be why it's my favorite in the series so far?! 75% romance, 25% mystery - We finally get a greater glimpse into the background of her grandmother Flora when secrets of her past collide with Molly's present.

At times a little "too sweet to be true" but still complete with the cast and crew well-loved from the first two books, Molly is back to solve a mystery in the endearing way that only she can pull off with many quotes from her Gran along the way. I enjoyed this so much more than I expected, which was a nice little surprise after the awful holiday novella that I sadly despised.

3.5 stars rounded up

I love the Molly maid series and this latest one is a gem. Molly is back in all her quirky glory, with a mystery that hits close to home while revealing even more of her beloved Gran's mysteries. This installment has the feel of being final, but hopefully there more capers ahead for Molly and the gang. Big thanks to NetGalley and Random House for the opportunity to read this delightful eArc.

I’ve been hooked on Nita Prose’s The Maid series since I read the first few books, so I was so excited to dive into The Maid's Secret! It did not disappoint. This book is everything I didn’t know I needed, with all the charm, heart, and twists I’ve come to love from Prose.

In The Maid's Secret, Molly Gray, the head maid of the Regency Grand Hotel, suddenly finds herself at the center of an art heist after a priceless artifact goes missing during an auction. As the investigation unfolds, Molly also uncovers a hidden family secret tied to her grandmother’s diary—a secret that changes everything she thought she knew about her family.

This book is such a thrilling blend of mystery, heart, and unexpected romance. The twists kept me on the edge of my seat, and I couldn’t put it down. If you’ve read the earlier books in the series, this one is a must-read—it’s just as captivating and full of surprises as the rest. If you’re new to the series, you’ll be just as hooked as I was.

I have read each of the Molly the maid books that have come out so I know what to expect with them and her. This one doesn’t disappoint! A fun story with twists and turns. I enjoyed that you got more background on Molly’s family. Overall well written and a fun read!

I received a free advanced copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

All of he Molly Maid books are great, but this one is the sweetest. I loved reading the back story of Molly's family. Plus the spelling about the theft was unique and fun to follow. Nita Prose creates characters who feel like friends and who you're invested in reading about.

Captivating, delightful and quirky, The Maid’s Secret is a heartwarming mystery about haves and have nots, love versus responsibility, following your heart, and how it’s never too late to do the right thing. Nita Prose delivers another immensely satisfying edition to this engaging series.

Molly Gray is very happy. She’s added the role of special events manager to her duties as head maid at the Regency Grand Hotel, she’s about to marry the love of her life and a hit reality art appraisal TV show is about to film at her hotel. As part of the show, hotel staff can bring in items for appraisal and Molly is shocked to find out she possesses a long-lost Fabergé egg that’s worth millions. As the episode airs, she goes viral and is getting more attention than she ever wanted. And when the auction to sell the egg ends up with the valuable art piece going missing, with clues to this mystery residing in Molly’s late-grandmother’s diary, it turns Molly’s world upside down. Teaming up with friends and law enforcement, Molly must confront her family’s past to secure her safety in the present and allow her to pursue the loving future she dreams of.

Molly is undoubtedly the star of the show, her idiosyncratic behavior and goodhearted nature taking center stage. However, in The Maid’s Secret, it’s her beloved Gran who brings life to this novel. Yes, there’s a heist that drives the present-day narrative, but the real intriguing aspects of this story are the entries in Gran’s diary that tell her life story and provide the missing context on where Molly comes from. And it’s a complicated saga filled with situations that will make you cringe and moments that will tug on your emotional heartstrings. And in the end, it brings clarity and appreciation for how Molly has become the person she is today.

This is the perfect book to pick up and read while getting cozy in a comfy chair by a fire. Time flies by as you whip through the pages with an urgent desire to put this puzzle together and see Molly get the happily ever after she so deserves.