6 Cozy Mysteries That’ll Shamrock Your St. Patrick’s Day 🍀🔍

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In this special St. Patrick's Day-themed episode of What to Read Next, we dive into cozy mysteries perfect for the holiday. If you're in the mood for charming small-town settings, amateur sleuths, and a little bit of Irish charm, this episode is for you! Laura shares three cozy mystery recommendations featuring Irish settings and characters, plus three bonus picks centered around St. Patrick’s Day. Whether you're looking for a fun seasonal read or a new cozy series to binge, these books are perfect for mystery lovers.

Books RecommendedIrish-Themed Cozy Mysteries

Death of an Irish Druid by Catie Murphy – https://www.amazon.com/Death-Irish-Druid-Dublin-Driver/dp/1496746481/
Murder at the Blarney Bash by Darci Hannah – https://amzn.to/4hcNCaL
Murder in an Irish Garden by Carlene O'Connor – https://amzn.to/3F426fl

Bonus St. Patrick’s Day Cozy Mysteries

The Jig Is Up by Lisa Q. Matthews – https://amzn.to/4fUzSRh
St. Patrick’s Day Murder by Leslie Meier – https://amzn.to/4hNIURJ
Irish Knit Murder by Peggy Ehrhart – https://amzn.to/3ELqoL1

Timestamps & Topic Highlights

[00:00] Welcome & Introduction – Overview of the episode and the Novel Hour live show.
[01:30] What Makes a Cozy Mystery? – Why these books are perfect for light, engaging reads.
[03:00] First Three Picks: Irish-Themed Cozy Mysteries.
[07:30] Bonus Picks: St. Patrick’s Day-Themed Mysteries.
[12:30] Where to Watch the Full Novel Hour Episode – More Irish book recommendations.
[13:30] Wrap-Up & Call to Action – Subscribe, review, and tune in for more daily book recs.

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