I really wanted to get my hands on this book, and it did not disappoint! I would classify this as a cozy mystery with a twist. The twist is the main character/narrator. What a refreshingly different voice. Molly the maid knows she's different than everyone else. She has difficulties reading social cues and has always relied on her grandmother to help interpret facial expressions and body language. After her grandmother passes away, Molly soldiers on and attempts to keep her life as "normal" as possible. The bright spot in her life is her job at the Regency Grand Hotel where she is capable of achieving perfection in at least one aspect of her life.
As a maid in the hotel, she is invisible to almost everyone. The biggest exception to this is a repeat guest, Mrs. Black. This friendship is the highlight of Molly's life, but inevitably leads her into a sticky spot. Reading Molly's interpretation of events and intentions, while understanding what it truly happening, was engrossing and fascinating. There are plenty of twists and turns, some romance and redemption, and a very satisfying conclusion. No spoilers here, but wow! I did not see that coming! Molly's growth and her path to self reliance is satisfying. I was rooting for her the whole time. I will recommend this to all my reader friends!
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