Listen and read

Step into an infinite world of stories

  • Read and listen as much as you want
  • Over 1 million titles
  • Exclusive titles + Storytel Originals
  • 7 days free trial, then €9.99/month
  • Easy to cancel anytime
Subscribe Now
Details page - Device banner - 894x1036

The Maid and the Mansion: A Mysterious Murder (The Maid and the Mansion Cozy Mystery—Book 1)

5 Ratings

3

Series

1 of 5

Duration
4H 48min
Language
English
Format
Category

Crime & Suspense

In post-World War II England, a clever, young woman named Mary Adams finds herself thrust into a world of privilege and secrets as she transitions from being a wartime factory worker to a maid in the grand estates. When Mary’s wealthy employer propositions her, she refuses. And when he is discovered dead the next morning, Mary becomes the prime suspect.

Relying on clues around the mansion and her sharp intellect, Mary must prove her innocence.

Will her pursuit of the truth lead her to the killer? Or is she being framed?

"Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

THE MAID AND THE MANSION: A MYSTERIOUS MURDER (A MAID AND THE MANSION MYSTERY—BOOK 1) is the debut novel in a charming historical cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor, which has over 10,000 five star reviews!

As Mary navigates the delicate intricacies of high society, she also finds herself privy to their darkest secrets. As a maid, Mary moves through mansions unnoticed and unheeded, allowing her to overhear tales of jilted lovers, gossip from fellow maids, and secrets straight from the mouths of the rich and elite.

As Mary delves deeper into the intricate web of secrets within the stately manor, she encounters a cast of eccentric and intriguing characters, each with their own secrets—and their own motives for murder.

Will Mary uncover their secrets in time? Or become just another story whispered about in the grand halls?

A charming historical cozy mystery series that transports readers back in time, THE MAID AND THE MANSION is mystery at its finest: spellbinding, atmospheric and impossible to put down. A page-turner packed with shocking twists, turns and a mystery that’s hard to solve, it will leave you reading late into the night, all while you fall in love with its unforgettable heroine.

Future books in the series are now available!

“The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can’t wait to start book two!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friend ships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

© 2023 Fiona Grace (Audiobook): 9781094331768
© 2023 Fiona Grace (Ebook): 9781094396187

Release date

Audiobook: December 19, 2023
Ebook: December 15, 2023

Others also enjoyed ...

  1. The Tainted Taffy (A Magnolia Bay Mystery—Book 1) Fiona Grace
  2. Murder at the Opera House Dawn Brookes
  3. Murder in the Manor Fiona Grace
  4. The Greenleaf Murders R. J. Koreto
  5. Aged for Murder Fiona Grace
  6. The Turnbull Murders R. J. Koreto
  7. Death is in the Air Kate Kingsbury
  8. Pruning the Dead Julia Henry
  9. A Cruise to Murder Dawn Brookes
  10. Murder at an Irish Castle Ellie Brannigan
  11. The Glitter End Vivian Conroy
  12. Last Pen Standing Vivian Conroy
  13. A Curious Incident Vicki Delany
  14. Mystery in Manhattan: The start of a cozy mystery series from Kelly Oliver Kelly Oliver
  15. A Killer Clue Victoria Gilbert
  16. Eggs in Purgatory Laura Childs
  17. Eggs on Ice Laura Childs
  18. Death of a Blogger: A Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe Mystery Novella Dawn Brookes
  19. Murder at St Margaret: A charmingly fun paranormal cozy mystery Lynn Morrison
  20. Tea with Jam & Dread Vicki Delany
  21. A Cryptic Clue Victoria Gilbert
  22. Murder on the Golden Arrow: A 1920s Historical Cozy Mystery Magda Alexander
  23. Body on the Beach Danielle Collins
  24. The Penguin Who Knew Too Much Donna Andrews
  25. Death by Committee Alexis Morgan
  26. Murder and Marriage in the Meadow: Rosemary Grey Cozy Mysteries, Book Four Tracy Donley
  27. Murder in Moreton: An Eliza Thomson Investigates Murder Mystery VL McBeath
  28. Fields' Guide to Smuggling Julie Mulhern
  29. Front Page Murder Joyce St. Anthony
  30. The Mysterious Case of the Missing Motive Michele PW (Pariza Wacek)
  31. Revenge at Ravenswick: A Fiona Figg Mystery Kelly Oliver
  32. Murder With Means Blythe Baker
  33. Murder With Mayhem Blythe Baker
  34. A Bone to Pick (A Canine Crew Mystery—Book 1) Fiona Grace
  35. Murder at the Mena House Erica Ruth Neubauer
  36. Dead in the Water Agatha Frost
  37. Death By Chocolate (A Millie Swiss Cozy Mystery—Book 2) Fiona Grace
  38. You've Got Murder Donna Andrews

This is why you’ll love Storytel

  • Listen and read without limits

  • 800 000+ stories in 40 languages

  • Kids Mode (child-safe environment)

  • Cancel anytime

Unlimited stories, anytime

Unlimited

Listen and read as much as you want

9.99 € /month
7 days for free
  • 1 account

  • Unlimited Access

  • Offline Mode

  • Kids Mode

  • Cancel anytime

Try now