Murder Among the Stacks: Book 1 – Cozy Mystery Puzzle Book

Murder Among the Stacks is the first book in a cozy bookstore mystery series that combines a whodunit story with themed word search puzzles. Follow Abby Jones as a murder at her new bookstore puts her plans at risk, and uncover clues alongside the narrative.

At a glance

A cozy mystery set around the opening of Abby Jones’s new bookstore.
The story is paired with themed word search puzzles intended to help readers uncover clues.
The listing describes an interactive whodunit format.

Price

€11.37Save 7%

Reference price: ~~€12.19~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Combines a readable cozy mystery with puzzle-solving rather than offering puzzles alone.
The bookstore setting and word search theme give the activity a clear connection to the plot.
At 128 pages, the listed length may suit readers looking for a compact puzzle-and-story book.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Book details
Publisher	Adams Media
Publication date	18 December 2025
Edition	1st
Language	English
Print length	128 pages
ISBN-10	150722527X
ISBN-13	978-1507225271

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	200 g
Dimensions	6 x 0.3 x 9 inches

What to know before buying

Customer feedback is mixed on the word searches, with some readers wanting more text per page. Opinions on value are also divided, so buyers seeking a full-length novel or a text-heavy puzzle book may prefer a different format.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Cozy mystery readers who enjoy stories set in a bookstore.
Readers who want word search puzzles woven into a murder mystery.
Puzzle fans looking for an easy-to-read, compact book.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a conventional novel without puzzles.
Buyers who prefer substantial prose on each page or consistently text-heavy puzzle content.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 330 ratings

5 stars74%74%
4 stars12%12%
3 stars11%11%
2 stars2%2%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback highlights an engaging, easy-to-follow story and an appealing mix of cozy mystery elements. Readers also describe the puzzles as challenging and praise the book’s appearance. Reactions to the word searches are mixed, including a desire for more text per page, and opinions on value vary. That distinction matters for this 128-page story-and-puzzle format: it may suit readers who want an integrated activity, but less so those expecting prose-heavy pages. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star, while also including a noticeable share of mid-range ratings, so it does not erase those format preferences.

Positive themes

Customers describe the story as engaging and easy to follow.
Customers appreciate the cozy mystery elements and the book’s appearance.
Customers report that the puzzles are challenging.

Mixed feedback

Reactions to the word searches vary, including feedback that some pages could contain more text.
Opinions on value for money are divided.

Frequently asked questions

What is Murder Among the Stacks about?

Abby Jones opens a bookstore in Cranberry Creek, but a famous author is murdered at its opening event. Abby and her new friends try to solve the case, with themed word search puzzles accompanying the story.

Is this a novel or a puzzle book?

It combines a cozy mystery narrative with themed word search puzzles, so it is not presented as a conventional novel alone.

How long is the book?

The listing gives a print length of 128 pages.

What language is the book in?

The listed language is English.