Crossword to Murder: The Enigma Bay Mysteries
By Kahlan Nash
In the quaint coastal town of Enigma Bay, Maine, puzzles aren’t just games—they’re lifelines. Mira Quinn has finally settled into her role as owner of The Riddle Room, reviving her late aunt Evie’s beloved Wednesday Night Puzzle Club. The group of locals—retired fishermen, librarians, teachers, and more—gather for crosswords, laughter, and the comfort of community.
But when the first member is found dead in his boat, a custom crossword puzzle pinned to his chest, the club’s cozy routine shatters. Each subsequent murder leaves behind an intricate crossword, its clues pointing to a decades-old betrayal: the 1992 whistleblowing attempt that exposed early corruption in Enigma Bay and cost a man his family.
As bodies pile up and the killer targets the club one by one, Mira must decode the puzzles before the next victim falls. With help from detective Rowan Hale—whose steady presence and quiet support stir feelings she’s not ready to name—and the remaining club members, Mira uncovers a web of silence, guilt, and long-buried secrets.
The killer isn’t just seeking revenge. He’s forcing the town to confront what happens when good people stay quiet.
Crossword to Murder is a gripping cozy mystery packed with clever wordplay, small-town charm, subtle romance, and a puzzle-solving sleuth who refuses to let the past stay hidden. Perfect for fans of Joanne Fluke, Laura Childs, and Donna Andrews.
The Enigma Bay Mysteries
Book 1: Riddled with Secrets
Book 2: Anagram of Alibis
Book 3: Crossword to Murder
In the quaint coastal town of Enigma Bay, Maine, puzzles aren’t just games—they’re lifelines. Mira Quinn has finally settled into her role as owner of The Riddle Room, reviving her late aunt Evie’s beloved Wednesday Night Puzzle Club. The group of locals—retired fishermen, librarians, teachers, and more—gather for crosswords, laughter, and the comfort of community.
But when the first member is found dead in his boat, a custom crossword puzzle pinned to his chest, the club’s cozy routine shatters. Each subsequent murder leaves behind an intricate crossword, its clues pointing to a decades-old betrayal: the 1992 whistleblowing attempt that exposed early corruption in Enigma Bay and cost a man his family.
As bodies pile up and the killer targets the club one by one, Mira must decode the puzzles before the next victim falls. With help from detective Rowan Hale—whose steady presence and quiet support stir feelings she’s not ready to name—and the remaining club members, Mira uncovers a web of silence, guilt, and long-buried secrets.
The killer isn’t just seeking revenge. He’s forcing the town to confront what happens when good people stay quiet.
Crossword to Murder is a gripping cozy mystery packed with clever wordplay, small-town charm, subtle romance, and a puzzle-solving sleuth who refuses to let the past stay hidden. Perfect for fans of Joanne Fluke, Laura Childs, and Donna Andrews.
The Enigma Bay Mysteries
Book 1: Riddled with Secrets
Book 2: Anagram of Alibis
Book 3: Crossword to Murder