I just finished reading the ARC of The maids secret and I feel like I’ve been given a warm hug!
That is my favourite thing about this wonderful world that you’ve created. The sense of community and the proverbial village always leaves me feeling warm and fuzzy.
I absolutely loved getting to know Gran better. Loved the layering of the stories and the deep development of characters.

For those who haven’t read the previous books, I would strongly recommend reading atleast the first one before you dive into this one.

Thankyou NetGalley and penguin Random House for this ARC for free in exchange for my honest opinion

This was a cute cozy mystery. I loved the characters and the character history we got in this book, but I wasn’t a huge fan of the storyline. The egg didn’t really make a lot of sense to me and I didn’t really care.

Absolutely LOVED this book, possibly more than #1. As always Molly was lovable and funny, but hearing from Gran melted my heart. The backstory was heartbreaking and inspiring. Full of the usual puns and idioms I couldn’t put this one down. Highly recommend!

Another great adventure with Molly the maid.  Molly is a quirky head maid at the Regency Grand Hotel.  An antique show comes to the hotel and Molly brings some trinkets to be appraised.  It turns out she has something of value.  From her a fabulous tale begins. 

I love the way these characters are written and brought to life in this heart warming story.   We get a lot of insight into Molly's grandma through her diary which is a key element in this tale.   I wonder what will be next for Molly and friends.

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC of The Maid's Secret by Nita Prose, published by Penguin Random House Canada

I just loved, loved, loved this last book in the Molly the Maid series, I think I liked it the best, which I find unusual in series.
The author has done an incredible job keeping the reader entertained and engaged throughout this series. She has thought through and created plots with depth and incredible characters.  I loved reading Molly's grandmother's diary along side the current day events that Molly and Juan were experiencing, and how it all comes together at the end. I shed a tear!

Nita Prose has created this lovely character in Molly the Maid, who invokes such a huge spectrum of emotions, I've become so attached to her and reading about her life. I love her quirkiness, her simplicity, her joie de vivre, her honesty and care for others.
I was bawling during Gran's last diary entry, they have become real people to me in this series
I loved all the puns throughout this book, not sure how the author thinks them up, sheer genius! And some really great lessons in selflessness to be taken from this novel.
Thank Nita for writing and super excited to meet you in May at the author event in Almonte

Thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Random House Canada (Adult) for this advanced copy. This is my first book of the series and it was an enjoyable read. It kept me entertained and intrigued right to the end. I’m looking forward to picking up the first book and reading how Molly began her journey.

Nita Prose [author:Nita Prose|20650250] has done it again with The Maid's Secret #3 [bookcover:The Maid's Secret|216351856], a smart continuation of an already beloved series. This book is a blend of intrigue, and heart. From the very first page, you're drawn into an intricate web of secrets, layered characters, and a plot that keeps you guessing.

Molly, the maid, continues to shine with her unique blend of naivety, determination, and remarkable insight. Her growth throughout the series is not only believable but profoundly moving, as she navigates challenges that test her resolve and ingenuity. The supporting cast adds depth and flavour, with each character richly drawn and contributing to the story in meaningful ways.

Prose's writing is, as always, a delight. She has an ability to craft vivid settings, sparkling dialogue, and tension-filled moments. This third and I believe final installment which manages to raise the stakes while still delivering the humour and warmth readers have come to love. The story manages to wrap up all the loose ends, while incorporating the past, which leaves you satisfied with the ending.

The Maid's Secret (Molly the Maid #3) cements Nita Prose's reputation as a masterful storyteller and leaves readers eagerly anticipating what comes next. A must-read for fans of the series!
Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Random House Canada (Adult) for letting me read an early copy in exchange for an honest review.

Another cozy mystery with all of the same charming and quirky characters. Though somewhat different from the other books in the series, I really enjoyed this one. The dual timelines created suspense and drama and really helped tie everything together.
As we learn of Flora's past, her family secrets and the tragic circumstances she found herself in, we also bear witness to all that she sacrificed for love.
We see a lot of character development for Molly throughout the series but especially in this book. I love that it wrapped up the series by solving the mystery of the 'faberge'. This book had such a lovely, heartwarming ending.

This was a great addition to the Molly the maid series and I loved the back story from Gran's diary as well as the intrigue about the egg. Molly has established a circle of devoted friends, and even love, because of her honesty and sincere kind hearted way. The mystery is not a big secret but it plays out in an entertaining way. You don't have to read these books in order but it would be a richer experience if you did.

'This is the problem in love and war, Molly. All is fair, but the end result is the same -- everyone gets hurt.


Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Random House Canada (Adult) for letting me read an early copy in exchange for an honest review.

Fans of the Molly the Maid will be happy to jump into this new adventure at the Regency Hotel. The Maid’s Secret by Nita Prose is the 3rd novel in the Molly the Maid series (4th if you consider the Christmas novella). In this latest book, Molly discovers that her Fabergé egg is worth millions but when the egg vanishes, Molly must once again piece together the mystery with her beloved fiancé Juan.

I am a big fan of Molly; as someone who cares for a person with autism, I find it refreshing to see a main character in a popular series who also displays neurodivergent traits. I am equally grateful that Molly is a model of a person being successful in the workplace, where her skills are recognized to their full value.

This book alternates between present day and flashbacks to Gran’s (Flora’s) youth, through diary entries that Gran left to Flora in the months before her passing. I loved this twist, enjoyed delving into Flora’s wealthy upbringing and seeing how her story intersects with Molly current-day situation.

Molly is an endearing and relatable character. This is a solid 4 star read to me. I recommend it and look forward to future installments.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for granting me an advance copy in exchange for my honest review.

Another Molly tale! The Maid’s Secret keeps up the cozy mystery charm of its predecessor, but if I’ve learned anything about myself, it’s that I like my mysteries with a little more bite—more tension, more darkness, maybe even a villain twirling a mustache in the background? (Okay, maybe not that, but you get the idea.)

That said, I did enjoy the dual narratives in this one. Gran’s diary entries? Easily my favorite part. There was something about stepping into her world that felt richer, more compelling, and—dare I say—more emotionally resonant than Molly’s present-day storyline. I found myself wishing I could stay in Gran’s perspective just a little longer.

I’m not sure if this is the final chapter in Molly’s story, but if it is, it feels like a natural place to wrap things up. Of course, if there are more books, I’ll probably read them because I can’t resist the pull of a well-done mystery (even a cozy one). But I think I’ll always be that person who secretly wishes for just a little more edge, a little less warmth.

Would love to hear from other readers—did this one hit the spot for you? Or are you also craving a mystery with a bit more oomph?

Traditional format 📕 (digital)

Release date April 8, 2025

Maid Molly is back with another mystery to solve! In the latest edition of The Maid series we learn about Molly’s grandmothers background and present day about the egg that Molly inherited. I don’t want to get too much into the story to spoil it so I will leave it at that.

This was a fun read! I have always enjoyed the characters in this series and this book continued to build upon existing characters while introducing several new ones.

The dialog with Molly was charming as usual and I enjoyed the diary format in which Molly’s grandmother's history was told.

I did find the book lacking a tiny bit in the plot department. It was super easy to figure out “who done it” and the plot was a little light in content. But as a light and quick read this didn’t take away too much from my enjoyment

I would say to fully appreciate this book you do need to have read the other(s) in the series as I don’t think it would stand alone very well.

I give this a 4/5.

Thank you to Net Galley and Penguin Random House Canada (Adult) | Viking for an e-ARC of this book in exchange for a review.

This is the third book in the ‘Molly the Maid’ series and as with most series, it is better to start with the first one, “The Maid”. In this book we get to read Gran’s diary and learn her life story of going from riches to working as a maid, losing her one true love and how she came to care for Molly, her granddaughter. The mystery in this one involves a Faberge egg stolen during an auction at the hotel. This is a light, humorous mystery series, perfect for a little escape. I really enjoy them. Thanks to NetGalley for the digital advance reading copy. 4.25/5

Another great book from Molly, the maid series.

I love all the characters and their stories. Going back into Grans history with John. What a love story. The story of the Faberge egg with the history. Molly's little mystery of the missing egg and how it all came together. Not to mention the ending with Molly and Juans wedding.

If there is another book coming I'll be delighted. If not, it ended perfectly.

Molly the Maid returns, this time getting caught up in the scandal of a stolen family heirloom.

I'm happy to report that Molly is as endearing and witty as ever in this book. As much as I adore her, she does take a slight backseat as the book alternates stories and puts a spotlight on Gran. I really loved getting a bit more into her Gran's history and I may have loved her story even more. Her journey adds more emotion and depth and gives more insight into some other characters as well. The overall mystery plot was fun and a lighter read, and Molly was still the star of the show. The ending was super sweet and wrapped up nicely.

Loved The Maid's Secret. Molly. discovers that she ons something worth millions however will it be more trouble than it's worth. Also we learn about Molly's grandmother's family background. A real opener. Love this series

this is easily one of my favourite series. i was lucky to be given a copy from netgalley to read. i really wish this wasn’t the last book. i’d love to know what happens next!

This was an absolutely delightful book - a real treat to read. The main character Molly Gray is a treasure. Her naive innocence makes her all the more lovable. There are no pretensions to Molly. She is who she is and responds to everything she experiences with a trusting openness.
This book has two story lines: the first dealing with Molly herself and the predicament in which she finds herself; and the second story line belongs to Molly’s Gran who raised her. Of course Gran’s history has a strong connection to Molly’s predicament.
One of Gran’s sayings, which has been adopted by Molly is “it all works out in the end and if it hasn’t worked out, it’s not the end.”
This book certainly works out in the end.,

Thank you NetGalley & Peguin Random House Canada.

“Perhaps through the legends of a girl or a maid or a princess, you would see who you really are – – a uniquely, gifted individual, whose differences are her greatest strengths. And perhaps overtime you discover the truth about me too. For there is always truth in stories, Molly and hearin lies the truth of mine.”

Have loved reading this series.
Molly is such a character. She adds so much to this hotel mystery as did her grandmother.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️star rating.

So I was really excited to get an ARC for this book since I did enjoy the first and second book. But this one just feel flat and I couldn’t keep reading. I was really bored and felt like nothing was really happening… DNF at 46%

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. Pub Date: April 8, 2025