Carnegies Maid: A Novel by Marie Benedict


Carnegies Maid: A Novel
Title : Carnegies Maid: A Novel
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ISBN : 1492662704
ISBN-10 : 978-1492662709
Language : English
Format Type : Kindle, Library Binding, Paperback
Number of Pages : 352 pages
Publication : Sourcebooks Landmark

The USA Today BestsellerFrom the bestselling author of The Only Woman in the Room comes a mesmerizing tale of historical fiction that asks what kind of woman could have inspired an American dynasty.Clara Kelley is not who they think she is. She's not the experienced Irish maid who was hired to work in one of Pittsburgh's grandest households. She's a poor farmer's daughter with nowhere to go and nothing in her pockets. But the woman who shares her name has vanished, and assuming her identity just might get Clara some money to send back home.Clara must rely on resolve as strong as the steel Pittsburgh is becoming famous for and an uncanny understanding of business, attributes that quickly gain her Carnegie's trust. But she still can't let her guard down, not even when Andrew becomes something than an employer. Revealing her past might ruin her future―and her family's.With captivating insight and heart, Carnegie's Maid is a book of fascinating 19th century historical fiction. Discover the story of one brilliant woman who may have spurred Andrew Carnegie's transformation from ruthless industrialist to the world's first true philanthropist.Other Bestselling Historical Fiction from Marie Benedict:
The Mystery of Mrs. Christie
Lady Clementine
The Only Woman in the Room
The Other Einstein

Carnegies Maid: A Novel Reviews

  • Carol from Santa Rosa

    Good. Very good. Almost 5 stars worthy for me, it somehow lacked something I can’t put my finger on. It successfully weaves several important themes together a cohesive way and honestly reveals historical events and persons in a warm and inviting way.

  • Mama Cheryl

    Well written, imaginative, I could not put the book down. It is a rags to riches story of immigrants coming to America, especially the Irish and the awful potato famine, bittersweet. I felt as if I was inside the gilded halls of Fairfield. I highly recommend

  • Lynn Mitra

    I have read many of Marie Benedict’s book and enjoy them immensely. When I first open the book, it feels like sitting I am sitting in a comfortable chair listening to a dear friend! Enjoy the book!

  • Leaaa

    I liked the book, it was an easy & interesting read. I liked learning what a lady’s maid did & other historical details. I didn’t like the whiny letters that she received from her sister & then at the end, nothing was said about her bringing her family over or

  • Elizabeth

    Great story, I could not put it down. Very well written and great characters development specifically Clara and Andrew. Love the end.

  • goodreads Customer

    I'm halfway thru the book. If you like historical fiction as I do, you'll enjoy this. It's an easy read and gives a lot of insight into the Irish immigration and class struggles.

  • KaitR

    This book kept me totally entertained and highly interested.

  • Glenda R. Kilgore

    Fascinating development of characters and a book you can't put down! I look forward to reading books by this author.