Carnegie’s Maid – Marie Benedict

Behind a powerful man’s transformation, one woman’s influence may change everything.

Irish immigrant Clara Kelley takes a position in the Carnegie household, determined to secure a future for herself and help her family. Her intelligence and ambition draw the attention of Andrew Carnegie, but the differences between their worlds make their growing connection a dangerous one.

Marie Benedict’s historical novel imagines the woman who might have helped shape Carnegie’s path towards philanthropy. A thoughtful blend of class, aspiration and emotional connection, it gives a voice to someone history might otherwise overlook.

If you liked The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray or The Other Einstein by Marie Benedict, you’ll enjoy this story of an overlooked woman navigating a world of wealth and influence.

A paperback in Good condition: moderate wear and some page yellowing, with all pages present.