Just perfect. Everything I could hope for the final book. Full of the magic and humour that Molly the maid brings to the table. I am just so sad if this is the last book.

This Maid’s Secret by Nita Prose

This is the fourth book in the Molly the Maid series. In this book Molly and Juan are planning their wedding. The Regency Grand Hotel is hosting a popular reality TV series “Hidden Treasures.” Mr. Snow allows the staff the opportunity to get their own items appraised for the televised event. Molly brings her Faberge Egg thinking its just an old trinket but when she finds out the Egg is not only a genuine Faberge Egg but The Egg that all other Faberge Eggs were based on, she cannot believe it. Not just that but the Egg is worth over five million dollars.

One week later they Auction the Faberge Egg and just as it is sold for eleven million dollars the egg is stolen right in front of them. Detective Stark in on the case once more. Will they find the egg?

This book is written from two points of view and in two separate timelines: Molly the Maid in the present time and her Gran, Flora Gray, in the past.

I would like to thank Net Galley and HarperCollins UK Publishes, for a copy of this eBook in exchange for an honest review.

I have enjoyed the previous offerings in the Molly the Maid series but for me, this book was not up to the standard of the others. It was still an entertaining read but not the author's best

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Such a cute and different story to the previous Maid novels. Great characters, a couple of twists and I feel good things for a new partnership if there are any more to come!

4 stars.

This is the third full length novel in the Molly the Maid series and, for me, it was the weakest of the three. The book was written in two timelines, in the first we follow Molly in the present day as she discovers that one of her grandmother’s treasures in a genuine Faberge egg worth millions (which is then stolen during its auction and Molly and her friends set out to retrieve it) and in the second timeline we follow Molly’s grandmother’s story from her childhood to adulthood. I got very irritated with Molly’s timeline and found it very unbelievable and the relationship with her fiancé rather saccharine and overlong, however I loved Flora, Molly’s grandmother’s story set in the 1950’s.
As much as I’ve enjoyed this trilogy I think that it has reached its natural conclusion. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Loved this book thank you so much for allowing me to read this in exchange for a review!
The review will be 5 glorious stars wow I flew through this one and I loved every single page, we meet molly the maid once more and she is getting married however there is a very big twist for this maid. The narrative of her grans diary was touching and I enjoyed that element to the storyline.

I’ve read the previous books in this series and would say that this is probably the best one. I loved finding out more about the previous characters history. The plot is unique and I found that I was completely invested in it.

Absolutely brilliant, loved it. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me an advance copy, I will definitely be recommending.

I didn't want this book to end. It was lovely finding out about Gran's background, even though her life hadn't been easy at all. The emotion that Molly felt as she learned her family history is strong & felt very real.
I've enjoyed this whole series, more & more with each book of the trilogy. This is one series that I'd love to go on & on & on.

This book had a great plot with intriguing characters. I’ll definitely be looking out for more from this author.

Molly the maid is back for her third full length outing.

Molly is just two months off her wedding to her fiancé Juan. Molly is still working at the hotel and is in charge of special events and the hotel is hosting a televised antiques event. Staff are allowed to bring a few bits of their own and Molly chooses some of her Gran’s favourite pieces. On getting her items appraised, Molly finds that she is the owner of a genuine Faberge Egg worth millions. Brown and Baxley, the celebrity valuers, suggest that Molly auctions the egg live on television…but then the egg goes missing right under their noses and Molly is left with a threat to her life if she looks for the egg.

I enjoyed reading the first Molly the maid book, but this one is so much weaker. I enjoyed reading about her Gran’s backstory, which takes up every other chapter in the book and provides much of the reason why the egg is stolen and how they came to be in possession of it in the first place. Her Gran’s story is the best part of the book and could have been a story on its own as maybe a prequel. The rest of the story is weak by comparison. Everyone is so cliché, the repetitive overuse of rhyming sayings is irritating and grates after a few chapters.

Obviously, the events of the story are fictitious, but they stretch credulity to the extremes. The timeline is also a little muddled – I’m not sure you would be able to prove ownership of an antique and organise an auction within 7 days. So many things happen that the timeline is just not feasible. I also feel a bit confused about the time setting as sometimes it feels like the 1920’s or 30’s and then they talk about mobile phones and television, and it reminds me that it isn’t. There isn’t really any mystery to this and it becomes obvious really early on who is responsible.

This isn’t terrible but I didn’t love it either – the first book is by far the best.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Nita Prose’s The Maid’s Secret is a delightful and intricately woven mystery that blends the thrill of a heist with a heartfelt exploration of family secrets, love, and personal growth. This spirited follow-up to The Maid once again centres on Molly Gray, the beloved Head Maid and newly promoted Special Events Manager at the Regency Grand Hotel, whose life takes an unexpected turn when a priceless treasure goes missing from the hotel in a bold and daring antiquities heist.

Molly’s life is on the cusp of perfection: she is two months away from marrying her fiancé, Juan Manuel, and feels secure in her role at the hotel. However, everything changes when a film crew arrives to shoot the popular reality TV show Hidden Treasures. On a whim, Molly brings a shoebox containing a few of her gran’s old items for appraisal, only to have one piece discovered as an invaluable treasure. Molly’s newfound wealth and status as a media sensation are short-lived, as the treasure is stolen in a shocking heist that leaves the hotel reeling.

The mystery surrounding the stolen item is rooted in the past, and Molly’s search for the thief leads her to uncover a long-forgotten family diary. Through it, Molly learns of her gran’s own forbidden love story, one that connects deeply to her present circumstances. As Molly pieces together the threads of her gran’s past and her present, she realises that the key to solving the theft lies in understanding the true nature of family loyalty, love, and loss.

What makes The Maid’s Secret stand out is its compelling mix of light-hearted mystery and poignant emotional depth. Nita Prose does a fantastic job balancing the suspense of the heist with the warmth of Molly’s journey, and the revelations about her gran’s past add a layer of richness to the narrative. The story is filled with clever twists and turns, keeping readers engaged and eager to uncover the secrets hidden within the hotel and Molly’s family history.

Fans of The Maid will delight in Molly’s return, and those new to her story will quickly be charmed by her unique perspective and determination. The supporting characters, including Molly’s loyal friends and family, add further depth and warmth to the narrative.

The Maid’s Secret is a delightful whodunnit that offers a perfect blend of mystery, romance, and self-discovery. It’s a fun, heartwarming read that will captivate fans of family-centric mysteries and those who love a story about unearthing long-buried secrets. If you’re looking for a book that’s equal parts suspense and charm, this one is sure to satisfy.

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This was a very nice way to tie up the story of Molly the Maid, this time the focus was far more in her beloved Gran as each chapter was interspersed with her Gran’s diary telling the tale of her life growing up and in its own way helping solve the current mystery in Molly’s life - that of a missing Fabergé egg. I did enjoy her Gran’s story but I very much preferred the current events and the main mystery was good but there wasn’t enough too it to engage me due to the book being a mix of current events and flashbacks. The style of this was exactly as I’d have expected and I love Molly’s character but I did far prefer the first two books although it was good to feel like both Molly and her Gran’s story’s have come to their own natural end too.

The Maid’s Secret by Nita Prose is a story in two parts, it is Molly’s story and also her beloved Gran’s story.
Molly story is about Faberge egg. which is discovered as a curio in Gran’s cabinet and then put up for auction, which will change Molly and Juan’s lives forever. Then it is stolen after the auction is held. Then it reappears and this time everyone in Molly’s life is determined to find out who is the thief.
The culprit is uncovered and it is found that the Faberge egg does not belong to Molly and returned to its legal owner.who then sells it to a museum, where everyone can see it on display.
Molly and Juan finally marry and they receive a surprise wedding present.
Highly recommended

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A fun read.
Nita Prose delivers another charming and intricately woven mystery with The Maid's Secret, blending an intriguing whodunit with a touching tale of family secrets, love, and self-discovery. Fans of The Maid will be thrilled to see Molly Gray step into the spotlight once more, this time navigating the chaos of a high-profile heist and uncovering long-buried family truths.
Molly Gray, now the Head Maid and Special Events Manager at the Regency Grand Hotel, is enjoying a whirlwind of success. With her wedding to Juan Manuel approaching and a taping of the popular TV show Hidden Treasures happening at her hotel, her life seems perfect. However, a trinket she brings to the show is revealed to be a rare artifact worth millions, catapulting her into the spotlight.
Just as Molly prepares to sell the artifact, it vanishes in a bold heist. The mystery deepens as Molly unearths her grandmother’s diary, uncovering secrets of a forbidden love and a wealthy lineage. As past and present intertwine, Molly must solve the heist while coming to terms with her family’s complicated history.
The Maid's Secret is a delightful sequel that combines a spirited heist caper with an emotional exploration of family and love. Prose has crafted a story that is equal parts heartwarming and suspenseful, with Molly Gray once again proving to be an unforgettable protagonist.
Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries and heartfelt storytelling, The Maid’s Secret is a must-read for those who loved The Maid and anyone seeking a feel-good yet thrilling tale.
Thanks to NetGalley and Harper Collins UK Harper Fiction for giving me an advance copy.

As always The maid stories always provide an enjoyable read. I particularly enjoyed book 3 which really leant into Molly’s grans back story..
A recommended read if you enjoyed books one and two.

I love how the book goes into the past, nita prose has done it again. Very clever book. Probably my favourite out of all 3

The Maid's Secret, by Nita Prose, is a heartwarming whodunnit. Molly is more than your average maid. Her attention to detail continues to make her a master sleuth! This one can be a stand-alone, but do yourself a favor and read the others first. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with the ARC ebook I read and reviewed. All opinions are my own.

Prequel and a sequel within one book.
Flora’s diary reminded me of the butler’s story in The Remains of the Day.
I became more invested in Flora’s story as I read, finding Molly’s return welcome and complementing her Gran’s narrative, with the identity of the Fabergé thief not too hard to determine. Having said that, I really enjoyed this novel. It’s not as much as a mystery/whodunnit, but rather an endearing conclusion of the Grays’ story. I appreciated “The Black Hole” reference to the first book and the huevo from the second becoming central in this instalment. In the end, I’m not sure which storyline I liked more, Molly’s or Flora’s. The final scene made me cry. Thank you for the opportunity to read it now, a truly wonderful Christmas gift and experience.

WOW!!!!! Hooked from the first page and read this book in one sitting… Full of tension and suspense. A real page turner, a domestic noir but OMG so much more!!!!!