9 Valentine’s Day Cozy Mysteries Full of Love & Murder
Valentine’s Day is supposed to be about love, chocolate, and heartwarming moments, but what if we added a little murder to the mix? If your idea of romance involves a side of sleuthing, then these cozy mystery books will be the perfect addition to your February reading list. Whether it’s solving a crime at a Valentine’s Day party, uncovering secrets behind a double wedding, or tracking down a killer before dessert, these books bring love and murder together in the most delightful way.
Here are 9 cozy Valentine’s Day mysteries that will steal your heart—just hopefully not in a fatal way.
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Best Cozy Mystery Books for a Killer Valentine’s Day
Vistas, Vices & Valentine’s by Tonya Kappes
A romantic night of dance lessons takes a deadly turn when a competitor is found murdered, and Mae West finds herself in the middle of the case. With her trusty Laundry Club Ladies by her side, she waltzes into the world of sequins, sabotage, and secrets to uncover the truth before another dancer takes their final bow.
My Fatal Valentine by Leighann Dobbs
Juniper Holiday’s Valentine’s Day party is supposed to be about love, but murder crashes the event when the grand prize winner turns up dead. With a mansion full of suspects and a detective under pressure to solve the case, Juniper teams up with the resident ghosts to catch a killer before the night’s end.
Buttercream Bump Off by Jenn McKinlay
Cupcakes and crime collide when Melanie Cooper’s mother becomes the prime suspect in the murder of her disastrous Valentine’s Day date. With their bakery bustling for the holiday rush, Mel and Angie must juggle frosting and sleuthing to unmask a killer before their business—and family—crumbles.
Habeas Corpus by Rebecca Zanetti
Anna Albertini has enough on her plate—planning a romantic Valentine’s dinner, dodging Cupid-wielding troublemakers, and keeping her meddling family at bay. But when a murder charge against her brother-in-law starts to look suspiciously real, she races against time to prove his innocence before love gets lost in a legal nightmare.
Vanilla Glazed Valentine Vendetta by Addison Moore
Between two Valentine’s Day weddings and two unexpected murders, Lottie Lemon’s holiday is anything but sweet. With the dead whispering clues and secrets threatening to unravel, she must uncover the truth before another couple says “I do” to danger.
A Victim at Valentine’s by Ellie Alexander
A Valentine’s Day murder mystery unfolds in an Agatha Christie-inspired bookshop when a beloved community member is found dead. As amateur sleuth Annie Murray digs into the case, she uncovers town secrets that might link back to a decade-old tragedy—one that could make her the next victim.
My Nerdy Valentine by Vicki Lewis Thompson
A fake boyfriend arrangement turns into real danger when Amanda finds herself the target of a secret admirer with a sinister side. Nerdy but charming William Sloan steps in to protect her, but with Valentine’s Day approaching, their ruse might not be enough to keep her safe from a stalker’s twisted love.
Valentine Candy Murder by Leslie Meier
Journalist Lucy Stone tackles two cases of Valentine’s Day murder in this holiday-themed mystery collection. From a librarian found dead at a board meeting to a sultry chocolatier’s shocking demise, Lucy must unwrap the secrets behind both crimes before the town’s sweet celebrations turn deadly.
Death of a Chocoholic by Lee Hollis
Food writer Hayley Powell has sworn off dating for Valentine’s Day, but she never expected to be investigating a murder instead. When a local chocolatier’s “heart attack” looks more like foul play, she follows the crumbs of clues to find the killer—before she ends up with more than just a broken heart.
Who needs roses and chocolates when you can have alibis and plot twists? These Valentine’s Day cozy mysteries are guaranteed to keep your heart racing—one clue at a time.
What’s your favorite Valentine’s Day cozy mystery? Drop your recommendations in the comments!
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