Top 5 Cozy Mysteries Set in Florida – Featuring Florida Retirement Is Murder

Florida is known for its sunshine, sandy beaches, and...murder?

The Sunshine State has become the perfect backdrop for thrilling yet lighthearted cozy mystery novels. If you love quirky characters, intriguing whodunits, and a touch of humor, these five cozy mysteries set in Florida should be at the top of your reading list.

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1. Florida Retirement Is Murder

A hilarious and suspenseful mystery, Florida Retirement Is Murder follows Stewart as he navigates the quirks of a Florida's retirement community—where the biggest crime is supposed to be sneaking an extra dessert...until murder shakes things up! This colorful story will fit perfectly on every shelf and screen.

Packed with humor, eccentric retirees, and an unexpected sleuth, this cozy mystery is a must-read for fans of lighthearted crime fiction. This multi award winning novel is not only challenging the industry, it will capture your heart with all the quirky characters too!

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2. Murder in the Keys by Lucy Quinn

Set in the picturesque Florida Keys, this series follows amateur sleuths who find themselves in the middle of tangled murder cases. The vibrant setting and witty storytelling make this a fantastic beach read.

3. A Murder at the Beach by Susan Harper

This mystery takes readers to Florida's Gulf Coast, where a small-town café owner turns detective after a shocking crime disrupts the tranquil seaside community. Perfect for those who love charming settings and clever sleuthing.

4. The Haunted Lighthouse Murder by Morgan Vale

Mixing cozy mystery with a touch of the paranormal, this story follows a journalist who stumbles upon ghostly secrets and a fresh murder in a historic Florida lighthouse.

5. Coconut Crimes by Bree Baker

A tropical twist on the classic cozy mystery, this book follows a tea shop owner solving crimes amid Florida's palm trees and ocean breeze. If you love a mix of cozy mystery and culinary fiction, this one's for you!

Why Florida is the Perfect Cozy Mystery Setting

Florida's unique blend of lively beach towns, close-knit communities, and unexpected surprises makes it the ideal backdrop for cozy mysteries. The mix of retirees, tourists, and year-round sunshine provides endless opportunities for mischief, mystery, and mayhem—all with a humorous twist.

Where to Get Florida Retirement Is Murder

Available now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Ingram Books and other major booksellers, Florida Retirement Is Murder is the perfect addition to your cozy mystery collection.

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About the Author:
American Artist Author Kris Courtney (https://www.kriscourtney.com) is a Florida-based writer specializing in cozy mysteries with a comedic twist. When not crafting page-turning whodunits, they can be found enjoying Florida's beaches, sipping sweet tea, and plotting their next mystery.