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10 Gifts for Someone Who Loves a Murder Mystery

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Murdle
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Murdle

Murdle by G. T. Karber is a humorous murder mystery that blends wit and suspense. The protagonist, with a sharp sense of humour, navigates a series of quirky and intriguing puzzles while uncovering the truth behind a baffling crime. This engaging read is perfect for fans of light-hearted mysteries.

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The Killer Isn't Alice
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The Killer Isn't Alice

46,600 SUSPECTS. 18 CLUES. 1 KILLER. CAN YOU SOLVE THE CRIME? Test your detective skills in the addictive murder mystery puzzle book sensation - newly revised and expanded. Now with updated graphics, a brand-new culprit, and a never-before-seen, thrilling bonus puzzle. Alice Starling is missing. In her apartment, the police find three things: A DEAD BODY A CRYPTIC NOTE A FOLDER OF NAMES Alice insists she is innocent – but she needs your help. In a hastily written letter, Alice has left you with 18 specific clues and a list of 46,600 potential suspects. Somewhere in this sea of names hides a murderer. YOUR MISSION IS SIMPLE BUT CHALLENGING Analyse the Clues: Use the 18 pieces of evidence Alice entrusted to you. Eliminate the Innocent: Methodically narrow down...

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The Bookshop Detectives 1: Dead Girl Gone
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The Bookshop Detectives 1: Dead Girl Gone

EveIt was so much fun reading a mystery set right here in New Zealand! It honestly felt a little TOO relatable at times because they captured the chaotic, rewarding, and entertaining reality of working in a bookstore so accurately. If you ever want a quirky, fun, and easy read that gives you a taste of a day in the life on the job (minus the actual murder!) you definitely need to pick this one up! And yes, this led me on to reading book two a couple weeks later.
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The Vanishing Place
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The Vanishing Place

Jane Harper's Force of Nature meets the wild and atmospheric setting of The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah in this twisty, stay-up-all-night thriller about family, love, and loyalty, and the fight for survival in the most beautiful but dangerous New Zealand wilderness. On the remote West Coast of the South Island, vast forests stretch out between mountain ranges and rugged beaches. There, in the small town of Koraha, not a lot happens—until a young girl with blood on her hands walks out of the bush and into the local store, collapsing to the floor. She can't—or won't—speak to anyone. It's the town's sole policeman who recognises her face. She looks exactly like a local girl who disappeared twenty years ago. She has the same red hair. The same...

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Murdoku Volume 2: Back In Time
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Murdoku Volume 2: Back In Time

Sudoku meets murder mystery in a time-travelling puzzle adventure, with 80 full-colour immersive cases spanning some of history's most thrilling eras. Unravel crimes across time in Murdoku Volume 2: Back in Time, where sudoku-style logic meets gripping murder mysteries. Each full-colour puzzle drops you into a vivid crime scene, challenging you to use the visual and verbal clues provided to place every suspect and expose the killer. A mysterious time machine sends you hurtling through five thrilling eras - from the Middle Ages to Ancient Egypt - each introducing new rules, environments and twists. With 80 puzzles that build from beginner to expert difficulty, this addictive sequel will test even the sharpest sleuths.

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Murdle in the Mystery Mansion 500-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle
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Murdle in the Mystery Mansion 500-Piece Jigsaw Puzzle

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Solve the Murdle in this mysterious mansion, one piece at a time! An all-new mystery jigsaw puzzle for fans of the worldwide phenomenon Murdle! Creator G. T. Karber teams up with maze master Sean C. Jackson to create a unique and unforgettable puzzling experience! ISBN 9781797235691 229 x 178 mm

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Murdle the Game

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Based on the best-selling crime puzzle book comes a board game where murder mystery meets deductive reasoning. 2-4 Players  |  10-20 Mins  |  Ages 12+ Detective Logico is on the case! Using your logic grid and deductive reasoning, narrow down the list of suspects, weapons, and locations to figure out exactly what happened here. Your fellow detectives all have different information, so you’ll have to decide what evidence to share and what you’ll keep to yourself. Who will catch the killer first in this mind-bending game of crime and critical thinking? Solve a different mystery every time you play. Includes: 1 x Logic Game Board 100 x Note Sheets 4 x Evidence Folders 16 x Evidence Cards (Tabbed) 16 x Murdle Cards 48 x Tokens (12 ✓ Tokens,...

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Talking Tables: Host Your Own Murder Mystery at the Theatre

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"Ladies and gentlemen, the Full House Theatre kindly asks you to take your seats for tonight's performance." As the lights go down and the curtain rises, a deadly drama is about to unfold... Was that scream part of the play? An immersive experience for your customers to enjoy, Talking Tables: Host Your Own Murder Mystery at the Theatre offers characters for up to 12 players and is re-playable with 3 alternative endings. Perfect for a 1920s themed dinner party, family games night, or evening of fancy dress fun. Our best-selling 'Host Your Own' games range is comprised of traditional board games and unique party games designed for those looking to be the host with the most. Available in quantities of four, this 1920s murder mystery game makes a...

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And Then There Were None
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And Then There Were None

Solving the world's most puzzling mystery novel just got even more fiendish in this gorgeous new hardback collector’s edition – with the final solution sealed in an envelope at the back of the book! Can you crack all the clues and catch the killer before you unseal the ending? Agatha Christie's masterpiece Spectator Ten strangers are lured to an island mansion on an isolated rock near the Devon coast. Cut off from the mainland, with their generous hosts mysteriously absent, they are each accused of a terrible crime. When one of the party dies suddenly, the guests realise they may be harbouring a murderer among their number. The ten strangers include a reckless playboy, a troubled doctor, a formidable judge, an uncouth detective, an unscrupulous mercenary, a religious...

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Cryptic Killers - Murder at Merivale Manor

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Cryptic Killers - Murder at Merivale Manor is the best cold case file game available. Players: 1+  |  Duration: 180+ Mins  |  Age: 14+ On July 4, 1927, Astrid Pelham fell from the top floor balcony of the luxurious Merivale Manor, impaling her body on a statue below. The cause of her death remains a mystery, shrouded in whispers of murder, suicide, and even supernatural intervention. Armed with new evidence, it’s your job to piece it all together and work out who it was that killed the victim. Inside the case file, you'll find 30 pieces of physical evidence, including police reports, suspect photos, witness statements, a manor guide, and more. In addition to the physical evidence provided, you'll need to access an online inbox to prove the...

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