"Winner of BBNYA 2024, Clues to You delivers charm, chemistry, and clever clues."
👋 Welcome, friends
✨ Today, I'm thrilled to be part of the Review Tour for Clues to You by Claire Huston, the BBNYA 2024 Winner. It's always exciting to showcase an award-winning story, especially one that blends romance, wit, and a dash of mystery in such a fun and engaging way.
📚 Quick Summary
In Clues to You, Kate Brannon heads to a murder mystery weekend at a stunning Victorian manor house, hoping to boost her confidence-and maybe win a little prize money. Instead, she finds herself face-to-face with Max Ravenscroft, her infuriatingly smart (and annoyingly handsome) rival. Forced to team up, Kate and Max soon discover that the game may be rigged… and that the real twist might just be their growing connection.
A delightful mix of cozy mystery and slow-burn romance, this story will charm fans of Kathryn Freeman, Laura Jane Williams, and Katie Fforde.
📚 Clues to You Book Info
Clues to You By Claire Huston
Series: Love in the Comptons #3
Published by Goldcrest Books International Ltd on September 2023
Genres: Mystery, Romance
Formats: eBook, Paperback
Pages: 373
Source: BBNYA, The Write Reads ToursOne murder mystery weekend. Two rival sleuths.They’re looking for answers. But will they find love?
Kate Brannon is delighted to be attending her first murder mystery weekend in a movie-worthy Victorian manor house. Still getting over being dumped, cracking the case would be a welcome boost to her flagging confidence. And the prize money wouldn’t hurt either.
But Kate’s dreams of victory become a nightmare with the arrival of Max Ravenscroft. Smart, enigmatic and annoyingly handsome, Max is Kate’s sleuthing nemesis.
When she and Max are forced to work together, Kate despairs. But, as the investigation brings them closer, she finds being his partner in solving crime isn’t all bad.
With growing suspicions that the game is rigged against them, can Kate and Max beat the odds to find the killer? And, as their partnership deepens, can they find romance too?
A sweet, rivals to lovers romantic comedy with a cosy mystery at its heart. Perfect for fans of Kathryn Freeman, Laura Jane Williams and Katie Fforde.
Book Three in the Love in the Comptons series. These are standalone romcoms with recurring characters and locations and can be read in any order.
1. Art and Soul (Becky and Charlie)
2. The Only Exception (Lucinda and Alex)
3. Clues to You (Kate and Max)
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"One murder mystery weekend. Two rival sleuths. A puzzle that might just lead to love."
🌟 My Book Review
Clues to You may be set in the present day, but it has all the charm of a 1930s-style murder mystery weekend in a gorgeous Victorian manor house. That backdrop immediately gave me the cozy atmosphere I love in a mystery, while keeping the story fresh and contemporary.
Although this is the third book in the Love in the Comptons series, it reads beautifully as a standalone. I never once felt lost - instead, I found myself pulled straight into the fun, competitive spirit of the murder mystery game and the sharp chemistry between Kate and Max.
The characters are especially well-drawn. Kate and Max feel real and believable, not just romantic archetypes. Their interactions bring humor and warmth to the story, and I loved watching their relationship evolve alongside the twists of the game. I also appreciated the special friendship Kate has with Bella, which added a unique layer of depth and heart to the story beyond the romance.
At its heart, Clues to You is more than just a whodunit. It's a story about friendship, personal growth, self-esteem, and trust - all wrapped up like a gift in a light romance. Claire Huston manages to balance mystery and romance in a way that makes this an easy, enjoyable read perfect for fans of cozy romantic mysteries.
🌟5/5 Stars
Clues to You is a light-hearted, cozy romantic mystery filled with believable characters, witty banter, and just the right amount of suspense. A delightful standalone in the Love in the Comptons series - fun, charming, and absolutely worth the read.
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✍️ Meet Claire Huston
Claire Huston lives in Warwickshire, UK, with her husband and children. She writes uplifting modern love stories about characters who are meant for each other but need a little help to realise it.
A keen amateur baker, she enjoys making cakes, biscuits, and brownies almost as much as eating them. You can find recipes for all the cakes mentioned in Art and Soul, her first novel, at clairehuston.co.uk, along with over 150 other recipes. This is also where she talks about and reviews books.
"If you love romance with a side of sleuthing, you'll devour Clues to You."
🙏 Closing & Thank You
Thank you to The Write Reads and BBNYA for inviting me on this tour and giving me the chance to read and review such a worthy winner. Congratulations again to Claire Huston on Clues to You taking home the title of *BBNYA 2024 Winner!
💬 I'd love to hear your thoughts! Do you enjoy a cozy mystery with a romantic twist? Drop a comment below and let's chat about your favorite mystery + romance combos.
💬 The 2024 BBNYA Winners
Here's the full list of the Top 16 BBNYA 2024 winners - congratulations to all these talented authors!
Click to view the Top 16 list
- 16. The Nameless by Stuart White
- 15. Curse of Souls by Niranjan
- 14. My Heart is Hurting by S.E. Reed
- 13. Yellow Tape and Coffee by Pat Luther
- 12. Undine's Blessing by Tessa Hastjarjanto
- 11. The Half-Life Empire by Shami Stovall
- 10. The Last Lunar Witch by S.F. Henne
- 9. Skylark in the Fog by Helyna L. Clove
- 8. The Magdalenes by Jeanne Skartsiaris
- 7. Glunda The Veg Witch by Keith W. Dickinson
- 6. The Fall Is All There Is by C.M. Caplan
- 5. Madame Eldridge's Wayward Home for Unruly Boys by Benjamin Ryan
- 4. Bad Grains by Susanne Schmidt
- 3. Trial of the Alchemist by Trevor Melanson
- 2. A Necromancer Called Gam Gam by Adam Holcombe
- 1. Clues to You by Claire Huston
🥇About BBNYA
BBNYA is an annual competition where book bloggers from around the world read and score books written by indie authors, culminating in 15 finalists (16 in 2024) and one overall winner.
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