Virtual Mystery Book Group: Cozy Mysteries for Fall

The Virtual Mystery Book Group is taking a hiatus for August but it’s already time to start reading the books for our fall theme. “Cozy” mysteries are usually defined as books that include the components of classic mystery —suspense, misdirection, intrigue, and some degree of criminality—while forgoing serious violence.

Join us to read and discuss one of the books below, or all three!

Register to receive the Zoom link and discussion questions before each session. We have print copies of each title waiting at the Reference Desk about a month before each meeting, or you are welcome to find your own copy – digital or even audio! – in CLAMS using the links below.

Wednesday September 14, 2022, 4:30pm: Murder at the Vicarage by Agatha Christie. Register.

Miss Marple’s first mystery in what is considered the first cozy mystery series! All versions in CLAMS

Wednesday October 12, 2022, 4:30pm: Murder on Cape Cod by Maddie Day. Register.

First in the Cozy Capers Book Club Mystery series set in the fictitious Cape Cod town of Westham, which is clearly based on Falmouth. All versions in CLAMS

Wednesday November 9, 2022, 4:30pm: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. Register.

In a peaceful retirement village, four unlikely friends meet weekly in the Jigsaw Room to discuss unsolved crimes; together they call themselves The Thursday Murder Club. This widely popular book is written by a well-known UK entertainer and in 2021 was the fastest-selling crime debut of all time. All versions in CLAMS