The Maid

by Nita Prose

Book Overview

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK - "A heartwarming mystery with a lovable oddball at its center" (Real Simple), this cozy whodunit introduces a one-of-a-kind heroine who will steal your heart.

FINALIST FOR THE EDGAR(R) AWARD - "The reader comes to understand Molly's worldview, and to sympathize with her longing to be accepted--a quest that gives The Maid real emotional...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0593356179
• ISBN13: 9780593356173
• Release Date: January 2023
• Publisher: Ballantine Books
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.0" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

Meh

I really wanted to love this like everyone else seems to, but to me the book was just kind of meh. I will watch the adaptation when it comes out, I think this is a rare instance I'd personally enjoy it as a movie or show rather than a book.

Couldn't Put I Down

What an incredible story with so many themes woven throughout the mystery surrounding events around the death of a hotel guest: friendship (both genuine and not), pride in one's work, and the struggle for justice and how its defined. A thought-provoking read!

Molly is my She-Ro

Molly, the maid was a bit of quirky, homely, innocent and clever. Her innocence was so real. This book will have you guessing from start to end. It was so good that I read it in a day. Any one who is a fan of Columbo, the television detective, will love this book.

Ex-library book Very good condition

This book was listed as Very Good. It arrived in brand new mint condition, hard back. Love this!

Pleasantly surprised by this one!

As a neurodivergent myself, I fell in love with Molly. If you are looking for a book that lets you walk in someone elses shoes through an exciting event, such as being accused of murder, but also has you deeply rooting for this character and isn't a dark read as some murder mysteries get, I recommend The Maid. I finished it in 24 hours, due to a quick attachment to sweet Molly. You get a bit of "whodoneit" mixed with a lot of empathy for this unique person, a couple of surprises, and a pretty accurate look into someone's mind that works differently than most.