5 Cozy Mysteries Coming in November That Will Keep You Guessing
From a small-town shopkeeper to a magical mystic, these five amateur sleuths are ready to crack a case
Key Takeaways
- November brings five new cozy mysteries featuring amateur detectives and quirky characters.
- Victoria Laurie blends magic and murder in the third 'Magical Trinket Mysteries' book.
- Lynn Cahoon and Lucy Lakestone return with new installments in their popular mystery series.
What pairs better with a steaming mug of tea as you watch the leaves fall than an amateur sleuth tracking down a murderer? Goodreads readers are already buzzing about these five new cozy mysteries hitting shelves this November. From a shopkeeper and a bartender to a landscape designer, a magical mystic and a lady in 1930s England, these would-be detectives untangle secrets, suspects and red herrings. Keep scrolling to find your next page-turner!
‘To Crown It All’ by Rhys Bowen
The twentieth book in Rhys Bowen’s Royal Spyness series finds Lady Georgiana “Georgie” Rannoch preparing for the 1936 coronation of the new king of England. But when she receives a coded letter from her mother seeking help—and then her mother’s German chaperone winds up dead—it’s up to Georgie and her husband to solve the murder and clear her family of any suspicion before it is coronation time. (Out November 17, 2026)
What early Goodreads users are saying: “Every year, I look forward to the newest “Her Royal Spyness” mystery! It’s hard to believe that this is already the 20th! Leading up to the coronation of King George VI and the looming start of WWII, as always this book did a wonderful job with the historical aspect…Highly recommend if you’re a fan of the series, and I hope the series will continue past this book.”
‘Murder in County Mayo’ by Pam Lecky
The rustic coast of Ireland is the setting for this book, the second in Irish mystery author Pam Lecky’s newest series. When a woman in a small town disappears, landscape designer and amateur sleuth Ali Brennan is convinced that law enforcement suspects the wrong man. And after a second body is found, Ali has to untangle the web of grudges, secrets and buried truths in her small coastal town before she becomes the next victim. (Out November 17, 2026)
What early Goodreads users are saying: “I really enjoyed this book. It was a really interesting mystery with lots of red herrings and a fantastic ending. Ali just can’t resist when her therapist asks her to help solve the murder of his wife. She is soon deep in suspects and motives while still trying to recover from the last case she was involved in. I really love the character of Ali. She has a good heart, she’s smart and has a deep seated need to find justice and those characteristics make her a great amateur detective. The supporting characters in the book are great too. They are well written and realistic and I loved getting to know them a little more. The writing in this book is wonderful and I really enjoyed visiting this little corner of Ireland again. I’m already ready for another book in this series!”
‘A Bond for the Breaking’ by Victoria Laurie
A Bond for the Breaking is the third book in New York Times bestselling author Victoria Laurie’s Magical Trinket Mysteries series. Set in modern day Washington, D.C., 200-year-old mystic Dovey Van Dalen is tasked with helping the FBI—and her new boyfriend, agent Grant “Gib” Barlow—to solve a string of magical murders that may or may not be related to her ex. The mystery will be wrapped up by the end, but if you’re interested in magic and mysteries, start with book one, A Trinket for the Taking (book two is called A Murder in the Making). The overall character arcs will make more sense. (Out November 24, 2026)
What early Goodreads users are saying: “I loved how this book combined a gripping murder mystery with the rich magical world Victoria has been building throughout the series. The plot moves quickly, and the mystery surrounding a dangerous enchanted object kept me guessing. Dovey is as sharp and entertaining as ever, and I found myself fully invested in her efforts to unravel the truth before more lives were lost…Overall, this was an entertaining, fast-paced read filled with mystery, magic, and memorable characters. Fans of paranormal mysteries and urban fantasy will find a lot to enjoy, and longtime readers of the series will appreciate seeing Dovey face some of her most personal and dangerous challenges yet.”
‘New Year, New Murder’ by Lynn Cahoon
Jill Gardner King, the owner of Coffee, Books, and More in a coastal tourist town in California, just wants to run—and mind—her own business. But considering that this is the nineteenth installment in Lynn Cahoon’s Tourist Trap Mysteries series, it’s clear that murder keeps finding her. This time, it’s the husband of the owner of a new restaurant in town, and though the case seems cut and dry, Jill is sure it’s not as simple as it looks. (Out November 24, 2026)
What Goodreads users say about the Tourist Trap Mystery series: “Everything about this series makes me want the next one. The town is cozy with relatable characters…The mystery as always is interesting and keeps me guessing.”
‘Villainy in Violette’ by Lucy Lakestone
Book nine in Lucy Lakestone’s Bohemia Bartenders Mysteries series follows mixologist Pepper Revelle, who is helping a friend with a pre-launch event for a new bar when someone involved in the event winds up dead. What follows is a romp filled with too many suspects, a lot of laughs, a side of romance and some very purple cocktails. (Out November 17, 2026)
What early Goodreads users are saying: “Some people are outright thieves, and others are as gullible as new born babes! Who’s the player, and who’s the real con artist vs fakers??!!!…Twists, danger, drama high adrenaline, and looking forward to more.”
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