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Jan 30, 2022
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The Maid is a quick read and a quirky little mystery. The main character, Molly, is a hotel maid. She also has obsessive qualities, difficulty reading people, and basic life-skills. She is protected by some people but grossly used by others. The reader can see how the criminal elements are setting her up but she sees mostly good in others. I enjoyed the mystery, the work for justice, and her story.
As I began reading this I was reminded of The Curious Dog in The Nighttime. I didn't enjoy that nov ...more
As I began reading this I was reminded of The Curious Dog in The Nighttime. I didn't enjoy that nov ...more
This is not only a brilliant quick read, but a refreshing new kind of cozy mystery. It has all of the classic mystery elements you want: a grand hotel, rich and powerful guests, a high stakes murder, and an unassuming maid that discovers the body. The way this book is different is the main character: she struggles with social situations, she often says the wrong thing, she misses social cues and can’t read body language, she has trouble expressing her emotions, she has concrete thinking, she thr
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Delightfully crafted mystery. Molly is an unforgettable character!
Wanted more of a twist
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