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A review by bethanybreton
The Maid by Nita Prose
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
5.0
Giving a 5 star review to a murder mystery is not something I take lightly. Mystery/thrillers is my favorite genre and I slightly expected this “whodunit” to be like all the others. I was wrong, in the best way.
The Maid is not only a murder mystery, but a story about people that are different and depart from social norms. Molly’s character development throughout the story is profound, and as a reader you feel so horrible for her lack of understanding of social situations, where she is clearly being treated poorly, and so proud of her when she learns to interpret them.
Just when you think it’s over, the author gives you more. This one kept me turning the page and I finished it in 2 days. Highly recommend to fans of mysteries/thrillers that want a more deep, meaningful read within their preferred genre.
The Maid is not only a murder mystery, but a story about people that are different and depart from social norms. Molly’s character development throughout the story is profound, and as a reader you feel so horrible for her lack of understanding of social situations, where she is clearly being treated poorly, and so proud of her when she learns to interpret them.
Just when you think it’s over, the author gives you more. This one kept me turning the page and I finished it in 2 days. Highly recommend to fans of mysteries/thrillers that want a more deep, meaningful read within their preferred genre.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Drug use, and Murder