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The Maid

Molly the Maid, Book 1

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The Maid

By: Nita Prose
Narrated by: Lauren Ambrose
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Molly the maid returns in THE MAID'S SECRET – available to buy now!

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Get swept away by the million-copy bestseller …

*THE NO.1 NEW YORK TIMES & SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLER
*WINNER OF THE GOODREADS CHOICE AWARD FOR BEST MYSTERY/THRILLER
*WINNER OF THE NED KELLY AWARD FOR BEST INTERNATIONAL CRIME FICTION
*A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK AT BEDTIME PICK

‘An escapist pleasureSUNDAY TIMES
‘An instantly gripping whodunnit’ STYLIST
‘Smart, riveting, and deliciously refreshing ’ LISA JEWELL
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It begins like any other day for Molly Gray, silently dusting her way through the luxury rooms at the Regency Grand Hotel.

But when she enters suite 401 and discovers an infamous guest dead in his bed, a very messy mystery begins to unfold. And Molly’s at the heart of it – because if anyone can uncover the secrets beneath the surface, the fingerprints amongst the filth – it’s the maid . . .

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Everyone’s getting swept away by The Maid:

‘Excellent and totally entertaining . . . the most interesting (and endearing) main character in a long time’ STEPHEN KING

‘Gripping, deftly written, and led by a truly unforgettable protagonist in Molly. I'm recommending it to everyone I know' EMMA STONEX

‘Fresh, fiendish and darkly beguiling. The Maid is so thrillingly original, and clever, and joyous. I just adored every page’ CHRIS WHITAKER

A Sunday Times No.4 bestseller for w/c 24/01/2022

A New York Times No.1 bestseller for w/c 31/01/2022

©2022 Nita Prose (P)2022 HarperCollins Publishers Limited
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Critic Reviews

‘A smart, riveting, and deliciously refreshing debut. Prose knows how to pen a murder mystery with tremendous heart’ Lisa Jewell

‘The book’s endearing central character and atmospheric hotel setting make it an escapist pleasure — a mini-break between the pages’ Sunday Times

‘Finally booksellers have a concrete answer to the question 'I loved Eleanor Oliphant – what should I read next?'’ Bookbrunch

‘A gripping and heart-warming whodunnit narrated by an intriguing and original heroine. Skilfully layered and masterfully told. I loved it’ Santa Montefiore

‘An endearing debut . . . Prose threads a steady needle with the intricate plotting’ New York Times

‘The Maid is elegant, warm-hearted and wry, and Molly the most winningly off-beat narrator since Eleanor Oliphant. An absolute joy’ Louise Candlish

‘An instantly gripping and delightful whodunnit’ Stylist

‘Nita Prose has created a true 21st Century heroine in a brilliantly-written, transformative story’ Janice Hallett

‘Molly the Maid has captured my heart! I loved this charming and utterly original whodunit . . . Put this on your to-read pile immediately’ Sarah Pearse

‘Startingly good . . . a thoroughly beguiling read . . . full of such offbeat charm that you will root for [Molly] all the way’ Reader’s Digest

‘Unlike anything else I’ve read, this kept me up way past lights out’ Katie Fforde

‘This is going to be HUGE! A heroine as loveable and quirky as Eleanor Oliphant, caught up in a crime worthy of Agatha Christie. Loved it!’ Clare Pooley

‘A contemporary murder mystery with a unique heroine who will appeal to Eleanor Oliphant fans’ Daily Mail

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Lovely protagonist and beautifully narrated. The story was a little far fetched at times but all in good fun for the genre and kept me engaged till the end. Would recommend for a light “read”.

Enjoyable read

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I loved every minute of this. The voice actor nailed the character, who is absolutely delightful.

Delightful!

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Molly, whom the story is about, is an unusual girl but it won't be long before you're cheering for this brave girl. I really enjoyed this book. The narrator is good too.

Very enjoyable

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Thank you to the Editor/s who recommended this title.
Great in so many ways - the plot, the characters and the perfect narrator for this story. It was captivating.

An Unexpected Find. Enthralling from start to finish.

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I really enjoyed this book. it said a lot about loneliness and differences. Wonderfully read as well and the main character was well portrayed and likeable

Wonderfully read

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This is as near to perfect as an audiobook can be. It’s so enjoyable I’m surprised it isn’t illegal!

Our main character is likeable, smart and complex. The story is not overly complicated but still very satisfying and it will leave you feeling rewarded for the time you’ve spent with this book. It really is beautifully crafted and paced.

We all know how vital good narration is and it is impeccable. Lauren wonderfully captures the spirit of our lead as well as the other characters and I enjoyed her work so much I’m going to look for other books she has narrated.

You don’t even have to be a fan of murder mysteries to enjoy this story. I’ve listened twice already and it’s going straight into my favourites list.

So enjoyable

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It was not the best mystery I have read but Molly was a good character that portrayed the difficulty of being different. Overall it was a fine book. But not something I will re-read.

Not bad but not great either

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A good idea, The Maid started well but became unrealistic and repetitive and deteriorated rapidly.

Started well but deteriorated!

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Loved this story, is especially the ending. did not see that ending coming. loved the humour.

Great story ...

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A “page turner”. Interesting characters and plot. Empathy for the protagonist sensitively related. I very much enjoyed this mystery.

Interesting till the end

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