14 Mystery RomComs for Readers Who Love Love and Murder
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If you love a side of suspense with your swoon—or think the best romances come with red herrings—this list is for you.
Mystery romcoms blend two irresistible genres: the tension of a good whodunit and the sparks of a will-they-won’t-they love story. Whether it’s a reality show gone wrong, a proposal planner turned amateur sleuth, or a fake relationship wrapped up in real danger, these books bring the laughs and the gasp-worthy twists.
Here are 14 Mystery RomComs to add to your TBR today:
A Killer Getaway by Sienna Sharpe
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Premise: Each summer, guests die at a luxury Caribbean resort—and lifeguard Lily is no innocent bystander. But when a nosy guest gets too close to her secret, the sparks (and suspicions) fly.
Why You’ll Love It: A beachy murder spree with a twisty romance you won’t see coming.
A Proposal to Die For by Molly Harper
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Premise: A high-end engagement weekend turns deadly, and proposal planner Jess must keep her cool while unraveling a murder—and dodging the broody chef’s warnings.
Why You’ll Love It: Think The Wedding Planner with dead bodies and a dark sense of humor.
The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club by Gloria Chao
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Premise: Three women discover they’ve been dating the same guy—then find him dead. Now prime suspects, they team up to solve the murder before they take the fall.
Why You’ll Love It: Sharp wit, chaotic friendship, and a flirty detective you’ll love.
Love, Lines and Alibis by Patricia Puentes
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Premise: A dead actor, a scandalous exposé, and unresolved feelings between exes force a screenwriter and journalist to work together—again.
Why You’ll Love It: Sizzling second chances plus behind-the-scenes Hollywood drama.
Alice Chen’s Reality Check by Kara Loo and Jennifer Young
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Premise: Alice’s fake romance with her high school nemesis on a dating show becomes real—and dangerous—when someone turns up dead.
Why You’ll Love It: Reality TV meets murder mystery with sharp banter and unexpected heart.
He’s to Die For by Erin Dunn
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Premise: NYPD detective Rav is falling for his murder suspect—a charming rock star with no alibi and a very complicated past.
Why You’ll Love It: A sizzling slow burn where justice and desire collide.
Murder Runs in the Family by Tamara Berry
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Premise: Amber flees her past and lands in her grandmother’s retirement community—just in time for a suspicious death and a missing tortoise.
Why You’ll Love It: Cozy chaos with endearing family antics and a sun-drenched setting.
Serial Killer Games by Kate Posey
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Premise: Dolores is convinced the new office temp is a serial killer. As their flirty mind games escalate, she asks him to help dispose of a body.
Why You’ll Love It: Dark, sexy, and unpredictable—like You but with more laughs.
The Matchmaker by Aisha Saeed
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Premise: When wedding sabotage strikes, Atlanta matchmaker Nura must uncover the culprit—with her fake fiancé by her side.
Why You’ll Love It: A slow-burn romance wrapped in mystery and matchmaking mishaps.
The Game is Afoot by Elise Bryant
Premise: When a soccer coach dies under suspicious circumstances, Mavis—overwhelmed mom turned amateur sleuth—jumps into action.
Why You’ll Love It: A hilarious take on modern motherhood, anxiety, and crime solving.
Beach Reads and Deadly Deeds by Allison Brennan
Premise: A bestselling thriller author retreats to a quiet beach town, only to find herself entangled in a local murder.
Why You’ll Love It: Writerly wit meets coastal intrigue in this cozy series starter.
A Tour to Die For by Michelle Chouinard
Premise: A true crime tour guide spots something suspicious during her tour—and her instincts lead her straight into danger.
Why You’ll Love It: A meta-mystery with a heroine who knows her serial killers—and her suspects.
No One Was Supposed to Die at This Wedding by Catherine Mack
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Premise: Mystery writer Eleanor Dash attends a celeb-filled island wedding—until a guest winds up dead and she’s pulled into a real-life case.
Why You’ll Love It: Destination drama, wedding gossip, and a heroine who knows her way around a plot twist.
Romantic Friction by Lori Gold
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Premise: A bestselling author faces off with an AI-using rival at a romance convention—and the murder isn’t the only career-ending threat.
Why You’ll Love It: Sharp commentary on publishing, rivalry, and reclaiming your story.
Final Thoughts
Mystery romcoms are the perfect escape: equal parts thrilling and heartwarming. Whether you love snappy dialogue, enemies-to-lovers tension, or clever clues, these books deliver on all fronts.
Which one are you reading first?
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