1. Who did you first suspect might be responsible for taking the missing Fabergé egg?

2. Who was your favorite supporting character, and why?

3. Molly faces several moral dilemmas throughout the book. How does she navigate these challenges? How do her choices reflect her values and ethics?

4. How do the themes of love and social class play out in the story, especially in relation to Gran’s past and Molly’s present?

5. How does Gran’s diary serve as a key to unraveling the mystery? What insights does it provide into Gran’s character and her past?

6. The novel features a daring art heist and the revelation of long-buried secrets. Which plot twist surprised you the most, and why?

7. How has Molly Gray evolved since we met her in THE MAID? What new dimensions of her character are explored in this installment?