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Wonderful to be back with Molly the Maid on her third and final outing. Molly’s life has changed and she’s about to marry after losing her beloved Gran. This book is told from a dual timeline and point of view with Gran’s diaries providing the (unexpected for me) story of her life. It links to Molly becoming a media sensation which she’s ill-equipped to deal with, following the discovery that one of Gran’s trinkets is a genuine Faberge egg. Illuminating and at times heart rending, this book demonstrates the difficulties faced by women in different generations. Highly recommended.

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I enjoy every page of this!
It was so wonderful to be back in the world of Molly
I am gutted this was our final visit
As always the characters were great
The storyline was wonderful and was so interesting hearing more about Gran
Such well written enjoyable books

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When Hidden Treasures hold a recording of their programme at the Regency Grand Hotel, Molly takes a box with her treasures in to be assessed. She is shocked when they tell her that the Golden Egg that has graced the shelf in the living room is a Faberge prototype egg and worth a fortune. She agrees to sell and the auction is held shortly afterwards at the hotel. It fetches a good price, but is then stolen. In the meantime, the reader is given glimpses into the upbringing of her Grandmother, who originally owned the egg..
When Molly is given her Grandmother's diary, it would be the key to all of the strange happenings around her.
This took me a little while to get into, but I enjoyed reading the story.

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I had a glorious few days back in the world of Molly and Juan Manuel. In the depths of planning their modest wedding, Molly takes her Gran's treasures to a popular antique TV series being filmed at the Regency Grand hotel. She literally faints in shock and becomes an overnight social media celebrity on discovering that one of the ornaments in her Gran's cabinet is literally a Fabergé egg and that the Fabergé nickname for their savings account was genuine and not tongue in cheek. How will Molly cope with being a celebrity multi millionaire?
Heart warmingly, we then uncover the falling in love backstory of Molly's Gran and Mr Preston and learn more about them.
Molly finds out that her Gran's sayings and advice focussing on all that glistens isn't gold were hard learnt lessons from her childhood and early life.

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it was lovely to catch up with Molly the Maid in book 3 of this series.

Following two timelines, Molly finds herself at the centre the drama once again, but this time it is even more personal. In the second timeline, we find out more about the history of Molly's Grandmother, giving a really well-rounded view their family backstory.

A great addition to this enjoyable series!

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I genuinely think this is one of my favourite mystery series I have ever read, and that warmth and brilliance continues in this new installment in the Molly The Maid series.

Told in two timelines as we discover more about Molly's grandmother's life and Molly solving the case, a case that has never been more personal as one of her grandmother's artifacts is taken after an appraisal and where looking for answers Molly delves into her grandmother's diary and learns more about a life she was never told about. Cinematically told and brimming with with warmth this story pulls you in and keeps you until the last page.

I love these characters so much, Molly is a brilliant character and her and Juan Manuel are the cutest couple really and I'm so glad we get to see the continuation of the story from The Mistletoe Mystery novella. Her grandmother's story takes the emotional weight in this book and though the mystery is wonderful the story she tells in her diary is done beautifully and balances this book out beautifully.

Another fantastic installment of this amazing series, I hope we get more in the future!

(Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc for review).

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This book is the last instalment of Molly The Maid series.

Molly isn't just The Head Maid, but now also Special Events Manager at The Regency Grand.
The famous reality TV show "The Hidden Treasure" will shoot their episode at The Regency Grand, and two popular art appraisers, Brown & Beagle will be there.
Molly brings along some of her grandmother's old things and surprisingly one of them is the priceless heirloom, the only one of its kind in all the world.
While it will bring a fortune to Molly, the heirloom will also bring anguish. Molly's life becomes in danger and media sensation.
This book is also not just about Molly, it's also telling the past of Molly's grandmother, where she came from, her family, and her love story.
I feel like this book is the perfect ending to the series.

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The Maids Secret by Nita Prose
I give this book 4.25 stars.

An old trinket is revealed to be a precious antique during an appraisal at the hotel, making Molly a rags-to-riches sensation. But then it’s stolen: vanishing without a trace.
Determined to crack the case of the missing Fabergé, Molly uncovers a mystery that stretches deep into the past.For in the pages of a long-forgotten diary, written by her late gran, lie the secrets and only Molly holds the key…

This is the third instalment in an entertaining and charming cosy mystery series . We are back with Molly the maid as she hunts for an egg her beloved gran gave her. The authors narrative writing style brings the story to life and although it’s a little predictable it’s lighthearted and full of fun. It’s great to return to the familiar characters and the hotel especially the endearing Molly. The intrigue is added to the plot as she hunts for clues and we uncover secrets of her Gran’s past through her diary.
For me it’s Molly doing what she does best and i love the pure escapism!
With thanks to Netgalley,Nita Prose and Harper Collins UK / Harper Fiction for my chance to read and review this book.

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Molly the Maid is back again for a wedding a heist and a big secret. Molly life is about to be changed forever

I love this series and Molly has a place in my heart (along with many other characters 💞) If you haven't read this series I highly recommend for a brilliantly written quick read cosy mystery.

Thank you to Netgalley, Harper Collins UK and Nita Prose for an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

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There is just something about Mollie that I can’t help but like. Now she has a fiancé and is about to get married. In this book, the reader learns more about her beloved grandmother’s background. It was interesting to read about her gran, Flora, and her life. It hadn’t been an easy life but her selflessness shone throughout. Little wonder that Mollie often quoted her gran’s sayings. There is a mystery to solve and familiar characters pop up. I liked that no matter what circumstances Mollie found herself in, she remained the same lovable character. If you haven’t read any of these book, then I would thoroughly recommend them. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

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Molly, who works at the Regency Grand Hotel, is back and getting ready to help set up for TV show Hidden Treasures. Much to Mollys surprise, she herself has a valuable treasure and is instantly rich, that is until a heist takes the treasure. Molly and her friends set about finding the thief.

This is the third book in the Molly the Maid series and although can be read as a standalone, is best if read in order to get a better idea about Molly and her background to stop confusion, as there are quite a lot of characters. This was a fun mystery and I liked the antique dealer element to it. Molly is an interesting character so it was nice to see her back, although this novel seemed to be less about her and more about the mystery/gran backstory.

Even though there were some good parts, I felt similar feelings to the previous book I read in the series; the overall story dragged and felt long and slow. I did end up struggling a bit with it and have to say that unfortunately this may be the end of this series for me. Even though I didn’t fully connect with this one, I can see those who love Molly and cosy crime really enjoying it. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this copy in return for an honest review.

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An interesting and engaging start setting out a family’s history and experiences of servitude with hints of secret alliances and a prototype faberge egg worth millions.

The story is told from the experiences of two characters. Flora, grand mother to Molly, has left letters in a diary explaining her early life of privilege when she fought the social norms of the time to get an education. A change in her fathers business prospects sees her plunged into poverty and a new life as a maid. This story contrasts with Molly’s life as a hotel maid who gets suddenly thrust into the limelight when it is discovered that she has a prototype faberge egg worth millions. The two lives gradually merge and the mystery around the faberge egg gradually unfolds.

This is a clever and engaging story with strong characters and evocative dialogue. The ending was very apt and left me wanting to hear more about Molly the Maid as she embarks on married life.

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Molly the Maid is back with a third instalment. It is told in duel timeframes this time, present time of Molly’s of where she find herself richest beyond her wildest dreams, or does she? Then in the past timeframe there are letters to Molly written by her Grandma Flora all about the life she had led in a wealthy upbringing.

I have read the first two books in this series and I enjoyed those too, I loved reading about Molly again and her friends, previous characters that had been in the stories before. I felt that this book gave Molly the happy ending she deserved and am guessing this will be the final book.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book in exchanged for my honest review.

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Returning to Molly Gray's world in The Maid’s Secret felt like slipping back into a cozy, familiar room—neat, orderly, and full of quiet surprises. Nita Prose has a real talent for crafting characters that are both quirky and deeply human, and Molly remains one of the most unique and endearing protagonists I’ve read in recent years.

In this follow-up to The Maid, Molly is still navigating the pristine but often chaotic world of the Regency Grand Hotel, but this time, there are new layers of intrigue and emotion at play. The mystery is tightly woven, with just enough twists to keep the pages turning, but what really shines (again) is Molly’s voice—precise, sincere, and refreshingly different.

On a more personal note, I have a family member who is neurodivergent, and that’s made me especially appreciative of how Prose writes Molly’s worldview. Her perspective isn’t just a quirk—it’s a lens that makes the story richer, more thoughtful, and often unexpectedly moving. It’s heartwarming to see a character who interprets the world in a unique way be treated with such care and dignity.

What I especially appreciated about The Maid’s Secret is how it deepens Molly's character. We get more of her backstory, her vulnerabilities, and her evolving relationships, all without losing the charm and quiet wisdom that made her so beloved in the first book. The themes of truth, perception, and how we judge others are handled with care, and the pacing strikes an outstanding balance between heartfelt moments and classic whodunit tension.

If you enjoyed The Maid, this sequel delivers everything you'd hope for—and maybe a little more. Nita Prose expands Molly’s world without losing the intimate feel that made the first book so special. It’s a satisfying, thoughtful mystery that reminds us that sometimes the biggest secrets are hiding in plain sight.

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This is the third main book in the series, with a Christmas special inbetweenie, and usual series rules apply if you want to get the very best from it...
In this book, we catch up with Molly as her wedding to Juan is rapidly approaching. But that doesn't mean that she can slack off on her job, which she still takes very seriously. Having been Head Maid for the Regency Grand Hotel for a while now, she is also embracing her new additional responsibility, that of their Special Events Manager, and it is during such an event that her world changes dramatically...
The event in question is a TV recording of a beloved reality TV show Hidden Treasures - think Antiques Roadshow - presented by celebrity art appraisers Brown and Beagle. Not wanting to miss out on the fun, and with all the planning complete, Molly digs into the box of "treasures" her Gran left her, and selects a few trinkets for them to look at... Never knowing that one of them is actually a rare and priceless treasure...
But her "fortune" is short lived when said treasure vanishes during the auction B&B set up, again in the hotel, for her. Could the key to this mystery lie in her Gran's diary that we hear experts from along the way, injected into the present day narrative to illustrate, accompany and explain in just the right places...
Oh Molly, I do hate what the author puts you through on occasion, You really didn't like your 15 mins of fame did you? I was almost relieved when the treasure vanished and you could try and go back to normal... but it wasn't to be and, boy did you then step up to crack the case, along with the help of all your friends.
As well as the roller coaster ride the author put Molly on, another thing I loved about this book was the kinda book-within-a-book thing we had going on with Molly's Gran's diary. It told the tale of young love, and explained a lot of what happened to Gran and Mr Preston starting back from when they were children. It filled a few blanks in and then, when it was all connected back to what was happening in the present day, well... I won't spoil things...
Suffice to say I loved my time with Molly, Mr Preston, Juan, Angela, et al, and I am also horrified that I am reading rumours that this is the end of the road for Molly... But I am not ready to say goodbye just yet. If it does turn out to be true, at least please can we have another special short... Pretty please...
My thanks go to the Publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book.

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This book was just so beautiful. For a change, it’s Gran who takes center stage—yes, our very own Gran! The story alternates between her and Molly’s POV, and honestly, it made my heart swell. We get a rare peek into Gran’s past, back when she was Flora Gray (how lovely is that name?)—her younger self, her dreams, and her bittersweet relationship with Mr. Preston. Suddenly, all those wise little things Gran used to say just hit differently.
The mystery? It’s there, sure, but that’s not really the point. So don’t go in expecting twists and gasp-worthy reveals. Instead, expect something warm and deeply emotional—something that will wrap around you like one of Gran’s knitted shawls. I actually had happy tears rolling down my cheeks while reading her chapters. It's a gentle, touching story that felt like a hug in book form.

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Another enjoyable read by Prose. Molly is once again thrust into a mystery in the hotel and, supported by her colleagues and friends tried to solve it. The narrative is split between Molly's Gran's diary and the present day and it works brilliantly as an enjoyable read, bringing the past and present together.

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Another delightful addition to the Molly the Maid series, and at the heart of the book is a Fabergé egg!

This book reveals secrets from Molly's beloved grandmother's past through a diary she left Molly, offering insight into her privileged upbringing and her relationship with Molly's grandfather, including the difficulties they encountered. Molly also discovers a secret that could bring her significant wealth, but she soon becomes involved in a high-stakes art theft.

A television appraisal takes an unexpected turn when a valuable artifact vanishes mysteriously, leaving Molly involved in a daring theft. The only clues to solving this mystery are hidden within her grandmother's diary. As Molly explores her family's history, she uncovers surprising secrets that are key to solving the mystery.

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Molly the maid is no stranger to secrets, seeing everything that happens behind closed doors at the Regency Grand hotel, wiping away the dust and grime of guests passing through. But one secret lies much closer to home, an old trinket – a faux Fabergé egg – is revealed to be a precious antique during an appraisal at the hotel, making Molly a rags-to-riches sensation. But no sooner has the egg shown its value than it’s stolen: vanishing without a trace. Determined to crack the case of the missing Fabergé, Molly begins dusting for clues – uncovering a mystery that stretches deep into the past. For in the pages of a long-forgotten diary, written by her late gran, lie the secrets that could unlock all others – and only Molly holds the key…

Molly the Maid returns for her final outing in this three book series, and once again fans won’t be left disappointed, with this third title giving a more in-depth look at Molly’s family background.

The mystery element remains with the disappearance of a Faberge egg, a heirloom left to Molly by her later gran, which has also been mentioned in previous books. Just when it looked like there was going to be a windfall heading her way, we are reintroduced to some of our favourite characters from the previous titles, in the mission to solve the mystery.

The insight into Molly’s Gran’s (Flora), background was a really enjoyable element, the history of different times blended in with the importance of standing up for what you belief in, with love conquering all. Flora was such a smart and strong character, it was lovely to see how this strength and love passed down to Molly through her upbringing.

I will definitely miss the adventures of Molly, I am extremely sad this is the last book in the series but am pleased to say, it is a ‘polished to perfection’ conclusion for this wonderful, heartwarming series.

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This is a gorgeous instalment in Molly the Maid’s story.
It’s an emotional one, as we learn more about Gran’s life before Molly and the difficult choices she had to make.
The missing Faberge egg makes for an enjoyable mystery but as in all Molly books, it’s the wonderful characters who steal the show.

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