Follow the Clues. Eliminate the Possibilities. Solve the Case.
A curious note. A misplaced keepsake. A detail everyone else overlooked.
Welcome to Magnolia Harbor, where a little mystery is always waiting—and there’s room for one more detective at the desk.
Join coffee-loving amateur detective Bea Holloway for free online elimination puzzles.
Read a short mystery, examine the clues, and cross out the possibilities until only one answer remains.
Button: Start Your First Case
Your Coffee Break Just Got More Curious
Settle in with your favorite drink and give your attention to a small, satisfying mystery.
These cozy deduction games invite you to notice patterns, connect details, and enjoy that lovely moment when the answer finally clicks. No detective experience required—just a curious mind and a willingness to follow the evidence.
Choose a Case. Follow the Evidence.
What will you uncover today?
- A name: Identify the person behind a mysterious note or unexpected delivery.
- A number: Recover a missing reference or find the right ticket.
- A date: Piece together calendar clues to discover when something happened.
- A time: Narrow down the moment that matters.
- A coded entry: Untangle a curious combination of letters and digits.
- A color: Follow the color-code evidence to find the right shade.
- An occupation: Discover which profession fits the clues.
- A clothing item: Identify the garment mentioned in the case.
- An antique or curious object: Find the keepsake hiding among the possibilities.
- A vehicle: Work out which entry belongs in the investigation.
Each case begins with a short mystery and a board of possible answers. Your job is to leave just one standing.
How to Play
- Read the mystery and clues. Every detail helps narrow your search.
- Cross out entries that don’t fit. Tap an entry again if you need to restore it.
- Check your remaining answer. When only one entry remains, type it in and submit.
Ready for another investigation? Select New Case and open a fresh puzzle.
Open Your Case File
The notebook is ready. The clues are waiting. Alibi has claimed the most comfortable chair.
Love That “Case Closed” Feeling?
Take your next investigation off the screen.
Bea Holloway Case Files: A Detective’s Notebook brings you 65 cozy elimination mysteries to solve with logic, clues, and deduction.
Step further into Magnolia Harbor with short mysteries and evidence boards that invite you into the investigation. Follow the details, rule out the possibilities, and uncover the answer at your own pace.
A cozy companion for quiet evenings, coffee breaks, and anyone who enjoys a clever puzzle with a little story tucked inside.
A Few Questions Before You Begin
Are these mystery games free?
Yes. You can play the games on this page for free.
Do I need the book to play?
No. The online games stand on their own. The book offers more cozy elimination mysteries to enjoy away from the screen.
Who are these games for?
They’re designed for adults who enjoy cozy mysteries, logic puzzles, deduction games, and relaxing brain teasers.
Can I play on my phone?
Yes. The games work on desktop and mobile. Tap an entry to cross it out, then tap again to restore it.
What if I cross out the wrong entry?
Tap it again to bring it back, or use Reset to clear your eliminations and start examining the evidence again.
Can I solve another case?
Absolutely. Choose New Case for a fresh puzzle, or switch categories to try a different kind of investigation.
