What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedA Midnight Murder
Kate Wells · Book · 2026
If you loved A Midnight Murder, start with Marble Hall Murders (Rebecca Gatward, 2026) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 3 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to A Midnight Murder across media.
If the small-town secrets and cozy holiday charm of A Midnight Murder captivated you, these titles offer similar atmospheric mysteries.
Films on the same thread
Remarkably Bright Creatures
Olivia Newman · Film · 2026
Shares a thread with A Midnight Murder: Cozy Mystery.
Like A Midnight Murder, this story explores hidden secrets within a tight-knit community, offering a character-driven experience that balances emotional depth with the quiet intrigue of a local mystery.
The Sheep Detectives
Kyle Balda · Film · 2026
Shares a thread with A Midnight Murder: Cozy Mystery.
You will appreciate how this film mirrors the amateur sleuth focus of A Midnight Murder by placing unlikely characters at the center of a sudden, disruptive rural investigation.
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
Rian Johnson · Film · 2025
Explores: Class Conflict, Deception, Moral Ambiguity.
This mystery echoes the small-town secrets and class-based tensions found in A Midnight Murder, delivering an impossible crime that forces a community to confront its own hidden truths.
The Thursday Murder Club
Chris Columbus · Film · 2025
Shares 2 threads with A Midnight Murder: Cozy Mystery, Amateur Sleuth.
Fans of the amateur sleuth dynamic in A Midnight Murder will enjoy watching this group of seniors outsmart authority to solve a complex crime within their own local community.
Series on the same thread
Midsomer Murders
Anthony Horowitz · Series · 1997
Shares a thread with A Midnight Murder: Cozy Mystery.
If the rural crime setting of A Midnight Murder drew you in, you will find a similar depth in these procedural investigations that peel back the layers of village life.
Marble Hall Murders
Rebecca Gatward · Series · 2026
Shares a thread with A Midnight Murder: Cozy Mystery.
This meta-fictional puzzle captures the same spirit of literary investigation found in A Midnight Murder, requiring a sharp eye to uncover the truth hidden behind a facade.
Mistletoe Murders
Ken Cuperus · Series · 2024
Shares 3 threads with A Midnight Murder: Holiday Setting, Cozy Mystery, Amateur Sleuth.
This series perfectly complements A Midnight Murder by combining a festive holiday setting with the small-town secrets that force a protagonist to use their unique skills to solve crimes.
Podcasts on the same thread
Small Town Murder
James Pietragallo, Jimmie Whisman · Podcast · 2026
Explores: provincial life, tragic irony, forensic breakdown.
If you enjoyed the way A Midnight Murder examines the dynamics of a specific location, this podcast provides an equally thorough and comedic look at the secrets of small towns.
Stories from the Village of Nothing Much
Wellness Loud · Podcast
Those who loved the community-focused atmosphere of A Midnight Murder will find the same sense of place and soothing, character-driven storytelling in this exploration of village life.
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Common questions
Is A Midnight Murder part of a series?
Yes, A Midnight Murder is the newest installment in Kate Wells' cozy mystery series. It follows the author's previous book, A Very Merry Murder, and continues the series featuring the character Jude Gray as she navigates mysteries in the Malvern area.
Should I read A Very Merry Murder before A Midnight Murder?
While A Midnight Murder is a brand new installment in the series, it is written by the same bestselling author as A Very Merry Murder. Reading the previous book first may provide helpful context regarding the series, though each title functions as a distinct mystery.
Who is the main character in A Midnight Murder?
The protagonist of A Midnight Murder is Jude Gray. In this story, she is attempting to celebrate the New Year at her local pub in Malvern when she becomes involved in a situation concerning the Merebrook family and an unexpected fatality.
What is the setting of A Midnight Murder?
A Midnight Murder is set in the local area of Malvern. The story takes place during a New Year celebration at a local pub, where the narrative focuses on the interactions between the community and the wealthy, enigmatic Merebrook family.