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mdavis26's review against another edition
3.75
Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Murder, and Alcoholism
avidreaderandgeekgirl's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I enjoyed the journey though most of the twists were predictable. The book is a great mix of sad & light-hearted.
Molly can be unlikable at times, but it is understandable how rigid she is since she is neurodivergent, though her neurodivergence seems extreme at times. As someone on the spectrum and who knows others on it, I find it easier to handle as a reader than others might.
I liked the ending before the prologue as well as the prologue and I hope she does consider the changes the detective suggested. Detective Stark is much more likable in this book. I feel she could be a good friend to Molly in the rest of the series.
Narrator Rating: 3.5 stars
Like I said about the prior book, the narrator has a whiny, pouty, and annoying tone at times. It feels almost as if she might be trying to make Molly unlikable.
Elemental Levels: Fluff-3/5 Heartfelt-5/5 Love aka Romance-0.5/5 Mystery-4/5 Predictability-4/5 Spice-NA Suspense-1/5 Tear- 2.5/5 Thrill-0/5 Humor-1.5/5
Graphic: Classism, Toxic relationship, Grief, and Ableism
Moderate: Misogyny, Sexism, Sexual harassment, Sexual violence, Child abuse, Death of parent, Infidelity, Abandonment, Bullying, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, Alcoholism, Sexual assault, Addiction, and Stalking
Minor: Alcohol, Pregnancy, and Rape
shinypurplepants's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Murder
Minor: Sexual harassment, Addiction, Physical abuse, Rape, Alcoholism, Violence, and Toxic relationship
leila_scola's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Abandonment, Death, and Rape
franklola's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Moderate: Death of parent, Death, Murder, Rape, Child abuse, Addiction, Bullying, and Sexual assault
dinosaurari's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Minor: Sexual harassment, Rape, and Sexual assault
kimveach's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Grief, Classism, Addiction, Drug abuse, Death, Bullying, Infidelity, Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Gun violence, Misogyny, Abandonment, Murder, Outing, and Rape
astoriareader's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
- This is book 2 in series.
- Molly is back, and this time, she’s Head Maid at the Regency Grand Hotel.
- At the beginning of the book, Molly is overseeing a special event at the hotel’s newly remodeled tearoom for J.D. Grimthorpe, a bestselling author, where he plans to make an announcement. Unfortunately, he drops dead right before he can make the announcement. How did he die? Did someone kill him?
- The book also alternates to the past, where it turns out that Molly had previously crossed paths with Grimthorpe. Gran was previously a maid for Grimthorpe.
- I would definitely recommend reading this series in order. Most characters are the same, and the character development happens across both books. Also, the author mentions what happens in the other book.
- I finished this in 1-1.5 days. It is engrossing & hard to put down. I like the writing style, and it’s easy to read.
- Cozy murder mystery.
- Alternating timelines (past & present).
- Well-plotted & solid pacing. Great execution.
- I loved the first book (The Maid), so I loved getting to spend more time with Molly. I enjoyed getting a deeper dive into Molly’s past & history.
- Satisfying ending.
Graphic: Death and Murder
Moderate: Alcohol and Alcoholism
Minor: Rape, Sexual assault, and Sexual harassment
catriona176's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Moderate: Abandonment, Death, Alcoholism, and Murder
Minor: Pregnancy, Sexual assault, and Rape