How each case works

Each case hides its evidence in two word search grids. Find every word, then notice which way it runs:

• In the Scene grid, a word that reads forward is a genuine clue. A word that reads backward was planted to mislead you.
• In the Statements grid, a word that reads forward is true. A word that reads backward is a lie.

Then apply Tilly's Two Rules: the culprit fits every genuine clue and lied about where they were when the crime happened. Only one suspect passes both.

Inside the book

• 25 cases and 50 full-size 13 × 13 word search puzzles, two for every case
• A practice case with a step-by-step walkthrough
• 8 Gentle, 9 Tricky and 8 Devious cases through Advent
• A hint for every case and a fully explained solution at the back
• An advent tracker page to tick off each case as you solve it
• Cozy crimes only, with no gore

You don't need the other books in the series: every case can be solved on its own.