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taria's review against another edition
challenging
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- 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
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Violence, Torture, Cancer, Death, Gaslighting, Forced institutionalization, Xenophobia, Trafficking, and Ableism
Minor: Bullying, Abandonment, and Domestic abuse
kimveach's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Very enjoyable read. It starts off somewhat slowly and repetitively, similar to A Man Called Ove or The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nightime, but ends up being such a satisfying book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death of parent, Panic attacks/disorders, Murder, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Grief, Domestic abuse, Drug use, and Chronic illness
Minor: Trafficking, Violence, Terminal illness, Sexual content, Medical content, and Infidelity
soobooksalot's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
The Maid was an excellent way to finish up my reading of 2021.
Thank you to Netgalley and Penguin Random House for my eARC for review! (Though I've already pre-ordered a physical copy. Yes, it's that good.)
To say this has been a highly-anticipated book is an understatement. But do understand, author Nita Prose's debut novel is worth all the praise.
Rules, protocols and etiquette - these are the cornerstones of Molly Grey's life.
She always knew she wanted to be a maid for a living, to return rooms to states of perfection. Being raised by her fellow maid Gran instilled the love of cleanliness and order into her very being.
When she happens upon the deceased form of Regency Grand Hotel guest Mr. Black while on duty, she becomes an unwitting player in a murder mystery.
Molly is an exceptional character - unique, neuro-atypical, charming and unlike anyone you've read before. I became fully invested in her story, through humour and heartbreak and the need to keep her safe.
This "cozy mystery" is every bit as fun, readable and unforgettable as the hype made it out to be.
What a way to wrap up 2021's reading - absolutely recommended.
For release on Jan. 4.
Thank you to Netgalley and Penguin Random House for my eARC for review! (Though I've already pre-ordered a physical copy. Yes, it's that good.)
To say this has been a highly-anticipated book is an understatement. But do understand, author Nita Prose's debut novel is worth all the praise.
Rules, protocols and etiquette - these are the cornerstones of Molly Grey's life.
She always knew she wanted to be a maid for a living, to return rooms to states of perfection. Being raised by her fellow maid Gran instilled the love of cleanliness and order into her very being.
When she happens upon the deceased form of Regency Grand Hotel guest Mr. Black while on duty, she becomes an unwitting player in a murder mystery.
Molly is an exceptional character - unique, neuro-atypical, charming and unlike anyone you've read before. I became fully invested in her story, through humour and heartbreak and the need to keep her safe.
This "cozy mystery" is every bit as fun, readable and unforgettable as the hype made it out to be.
What a way to wrap up 2021's reading - absolutely recommended.
For release on Jan. 4.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Death, Drug use, Grief, Infidelity, Murder, and Trafficking
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