Book Discussion +/or Crafting Event / Book Club Experience for The Maid - Starting at $10!

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Join us for a Readers + Makers Book Club Discussion &/or Crafting Event on Sunday, July 16th, starting at 2:00 pm! This adventure features The Maid by Nita Prose, BUT PRE-READING IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT…

Local Chicago Fiber Artist Denise Handwerker will teach a class on how to make a macrame bookmark from 2-3 PM in Chicago Artisan Lab's NEW SPACE down the block from our Booktique (right before our book discussion in our New Book Joy Reading Lounge from 3-4 pm)! You'll get to play with color, learn a simple macrame knot, and make a tassel or two (inspired by the intricate handwork shown by Molly, the main character from the featured story). No special skills or tools needed. All materials included. NOTE: A percentage of the proceeds for this event will directly support this talented artist.

Psst... You can join us for either or both events!

If you'd like to join us for the discussion, please pick up a physical copy or Book Box with curated reading pairings from the dropdown menu above, or an audiobook from the link below before the event OR join us for the workshop before you dive into the book - your choice!

CLICK HERE FOR AN AUDIOBOOK COPY

ABOUT THE BOOK

Molly Gray is not like everyone else. She struggles with social skills and misreads the intentions of others. Her gran used to interpret the world for her, codifying it into simple rules that Molly could live by.

Since Gran died a few months ago, twenty-five-year-old Molly has been navigating life's complexities all by herself. No matter - she throws herself with gusto into her work as a hotel maid. Her unique character, along with her obsessive love of cleaning and proper etiquette, make her an ideal fit for the job. She delights in donning her crisp uniform each morning, stocking her cart with miniature soaps and bottles, and returning guest rooms at the Regency Grand Hotel to a state of perfection.

But Molly's orderly life is upended the day she enters the suite of the infamous and wealthy Charles Black, only to find it in a state of disarray and Mr. Black himself dead in his bed. Before she knows what's happening, Molly's unusual demeanor has the police targeting her as their lead suspect. She quickly finds herself caught in a web of deception, one she has no idea how to untangle. Fortunately for Molly, friends she never knew she had unite with her in a search for clues to what really happened to Mr. Black - but will they be able to find the real killer before it's too late?

A Clue-like, locked-room mystery and a heartwarming journey of the spirit, The Maid explores what it means to be the same as everyone else and yet entirely different - and reveals that all mysteries can be solved through connection to the human heart.

RECOMMENDED FOR: Grown-Ups

OUR BOOKS ARE LISTED BY AGE GROUP to indicate that the content is engaging and appropriate for those selected ages. PLEASE NOTE: They may not be the appropriate reading level for every individual at those ages or may extend beyond the brackets.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

Publisher: Ballantine Books

Publish Date: January 4, 2022

Pages: 304

Dimensions: 6.4 X 9.2 X 1.5 inches | 1.1 pounds

Language: English

Type: Hardcover

Condition: NEW

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BOOK BAR BOXES & GARNISHES

If you order a New Book Joy Book Box, it will arrive to you or your giftee filled with your chosen title and an assortment of SURPRISE "GARNISH" PAIRING ITEMS, thoughtfully curated for each story.

Those items may include:

CANDLE TINS from Edgewater Candles
LOOSELEAF TEA BAGS from Tea Lula
CHOCOLATES from Veruca Chocolates
WOODEN BOOKMARKS from Flypaper Products
MUGS or GLASSES from Flypaper Products or New Book Joy
COCKTAIL INFUSION KITS from In High Spirits Infusions or Aged & Infused
LOTION, OIL, SOAP, or LIP BALM from Homebody Candle Co or Soap Distillery
PRINTED SOCKS
BRACELETS
OTHER LOCAL SMALL BIZZ PAIRINGS

NOTE: If you have a particular preference, or if there are any items listed above that should NOT be included, please let us know in your checkout notes (i.e. scent, flavor, or food allergies, vegan preferences, etc)!

BYOBB (BUILD YOUR OWN BOOK BOX)

If you'd like to CONCOCT YOUR OWN "MIX" from our Book Bar, CHOOSE THE *BOOK ONLY* option from our dropdown menu above and add it to your cart. Then, add any additional "garnish" pairings to your cart from the Perfect Book Pairings Menu below or à la carte from the rest of our shop. Your Book Box will arrive to you or your giftee filled with your chosen title and items.