The Mystery Guest

Fans of Nita Prose’s delightful debut novel The Maid have had to wait almost two years for a sequel, but I’m happy to report it was worth the wait. Molly Gray is now Head Maid at the high-end Regency Grand Hotel, where her exacting attention to detail is put to good use as yet another murder mystery unfolds. But this time, Molly has a connection to the victim that she’s not sure she should reveal. As she uncovers clues to the killer, she once again has to remember her past to understand her present. Just like in the first book, alternating chapters describe more about Molly’s upbringing by her patient, loving Gran. This book is more direct about Molly being on the spectrum, and just how poor she and Gran were. Containing even more emotional heartbreak and healing than The Maid, The Mystery Guest will definitely be on my Top 10 list this year. I just loved it—and I can’t wait for the next sequel.