Get ready, fellow cozy mystery lovers—Fall is bringing us a bumper crop of brand-new releases, packed with quirky amateur sleuths, charming small towns, and more than a few dead bodies. This month’s cozy lineup features everything from suspicious deaths at local fairs to a sassy, crime-solving cat (yes, really). So grab your favorite blanket, brew some tea, and let’s dive into these twisted tales.
One Fine Mess by Patri Lawson: Road Trip Gone Rogue
Just when Gemma and Jo thought they could enjoy a peaceful RV tour of New England, murder rears its ugly head. One Fine Mess, the second book in the “Gemma and Jo Mysteries” series, throws our retired librarian and her energetic BFF into yet another deadly investigation. What starts as a carefree trip with their three-legged Chihuahua, Pepsi, quickly turns into a race against time to solve a cryptic mystery in a quiet upstate village. With every townsperson acting suspiciously, it’s impossible to know who’s hiding what—or who might be next. Fans of lighthearted mysteries with a dash of suspense will eat this up.
Murder on the Fairgrounds by Avery Kent: Horseplay Turns Deadly
In Murder on the Fairgrounds, rancher Ashley Travis’s dream day at the Tall Pines fair goes south faster than you can say “who dunnit.” When a local bigwig drops dead, all eyes land on Ashley’s beloved grandpa as the prime suspect. It’s up to Ashley and her two best friends, plus her trusty horse Buck and collie Ace, to track down the real killer. Between shady business deals and rival ranchers, this small town is hiding more secrets than a magician’s sleeve. Avery Kent gives us the perfect cozy fall mystery, complete with the smell of hay and a murder mystery that’ll keep you guessing.
A Dark and Devious Tail by Rachel Woods: Talk to the Tail
If you’ve ever wished your pet could help you solve crimes, “A Dark and Devious Tail is the book for you. In this beachside mystery, Sophie Carter and her clever, talking cat Callie are back to crack another case—this time involving a woman who supposedly died from a bee attack. But Callie, ever the skeptic, sniffs out a more sinister explanation. As Sophie and her snarky sidekick go undercover at a local spa, the duo uncovers enough dark secrets to fill a honeycomb. Woods delivers a witty, whimsical adventure that’ll have you wishing your own cat could join a mystery-solving team.
A Toxic Murder Medley by Nelly Stein: Poison in Paradise
When a suspicious death rocks a small-town resort, longtime employee Emma Lang steps in to unravel the mystery in A Toxic Murder Medley. After hearing the victim’s final cryptic words, Emma can’t help but dig into the tangled web surrounding the woman’s life. While the authorities call it suicide, Emma and her quirky coworkers are convinced that poison is involved. With tension building and danger lurking at the resort, Emma must race to solve the case before the killer strikes again. If you’re in the mood for a mystery filled with suspense, secrets, and a dash of dark humor, this one’s for you.
That’s All, Mystery Fans
There you have it—four fresh cozies to keep you guessing all month long. Whether you’re into road trip murders, horse-riding detectives, or sassy crime-solving cats, this month’s lineup has something for everyone. So curl up, get cozy, and happy sleuthing.
