The Mystery of Mistletoe Hall by Benedict Brown
Eight strangers. One deserted manor. And a murderer on the loose. This locked-room mystery set in 1920s England offers snowy suspense, sharp wit, and an eccentric detective duo that will keep you turning pages until the final ornament is hung.
Death at the Swan Tavern by Kitty Kildare
It’s Christmas in London, but beneath the carols and cheer lies something far more sinister. When a party guest dies under suspicious circumstances, beside a swan, no less, Veronica Vale and her loyal dog Benji must unravel the truth before the eggnog curdles. Cozy, clever, and utterly atmospheric.
The Twelve Saints of Christmas by Karen Baugh Menuhin
Temple House is no ordinary English estate. Home to a secretive order and steeped in centuries of tradition, it now harbors a deadly secret. When one of its so-called “Saints” is murdered, Major Heathcliff Lennox must uncover the killer hiding among the aristocracy. Expect dark humor, historical intrigue, and a very distinguished dog.
Murder in the Snow by Verity Bright
What’s more festive than gingerbread, gift-giving, and a good old-fashioned murder? When a runner collapses at Lady Eleanor Swift’s holiday fun run, she suspects foul play, especially when a strange key turns up in the snow. With her trusty bulldog Gladstone, Eleanor must untangle village secrets, dodge poisoned berries, and clear her own name in this utterly charming 1920s countryside caper.
The Christmas Tree Murders by Andrea Hicks
London’s twinkling Christmas trees hide a chilling secret in this sparkling 1920s mystery. When women turn up dead beneath festive evergreens, Camille Divine gathers her sharpest friends to unearth the truth. With vintage glamor, clever female sleuths, and a chilling trail through holiday high society, this debut mystery unwraps danger behind every decoration.
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From snowbound country houses to stolen heirlooms, these mysteries capture the magic and menace of the holiday season. So pour yourself a cup of something warm, grab your softest blanket, and get ready for a Christmas crime reading spree you won’t forget.
