Clue
18 Books
Various
1992-1997
A puzzle series based off the hit board game, and film, using logic tables to solve the array of crimes.
Clue
Clue, based off the hit 1943 English boardgame by Anthony E Pratt, builds a series of stories around the renowned characters - Mr White, Colonel Mustard, Ms Scarlet etc - in a series of camp murder mystery romps.
Archetypal stories - a weekend in a lavish mansion, a mysterious owner, a series of suspicious characters, all with their own twerks and a convenient array of weapons - leads to an infinite array of short tales, with 18 books made, as well as a few shorter spin-off series’.
Puzzle format
For each book in this series, 10 mysteries were included, most (but not always) ending in the death of the millionaire host Mr Boddy. Each chapter ends with a Logic Puzzle table (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Logic_puzzle) that the reader can use to narrow in on the suspect, by clues given throughout the story (“A women’s voice was heard from the shadowy figure, gripping the Candlestick tightly”, “Colonel Mustard exited the room, taking the rope with him” etc). In this way clues about the gender, weapon, location etc can allow the reader to tick off each character in the table to hunt the culprit.
Quirky tales
The range of character quirks allow for a camp series of tales, even if the puzzle format is repetitive and unchanging through the series. And while most revolve around Mr Boddy’s inevitable murder, some more bizarre inclusions involve non-bloodthirsty party games, races and hide-and-seek games, giving it a bit more variety than simple murder mysteries.
A.E Parker is credited as the series creator for each book, however various authors contributed to the series that spanned only 5 years (a short amount of time considering how many books were published).
Books in this series
1
Who Killed Mr. Boddy?
1992
Mr. Boddy wanted to show his friends how much he cared so he gathered them all together to tell them they'd been included in his new will. The next day Mr. Boddy was dead. Who killed Mr. Boddy? Readers discover which of the characters from the popular board game, "Clue", is guilty in each of sixteen mini-mysteries.
2
The Secret Secret Passage
1992
Who challenged Mr. Green to a duel? Was it Colonel Mustard in the Ball Room with the Candlestick? Was it Mrs. White in the Library with the Wrench? Was it Mrs. Peacock in the Study with the Lead Pipe?Mr. Boddy has invited his six best friends to be guests at his mansion for the weekend. When this weird and wacky crew get together, anything can happen. Follow along with their antics as you match up characters and crimes. Exciting mind-bending mini-mysteries to test your ability as a sleuth!
3
The Case of the Invisible Cat
1992
Who helped the cat burglar open the safe?
-Was it Miss Scarlet in the Lounge with the Candlestick?
-Was it Colonel Mustard in the Dining Room with the Revolver?
-Was it Mrs. Peacock in the Ball Room with the Knife?
Mr. Boddy has invited his six best friends to be guests at his mansion for the weekend. When this weird and wacky crew get together, anything can happen.
4
Mystery at the Masked Ball
1993
Who stole Mr. Boddy's prize money?
-Was it Mrs. White in the Ball Room with the Knife?
-Was it Mr. Green in the Lounge with the Revolver?
-Was it Professor Plum in the Study with the Lead Pipe?
5
Midnight Phone Calls
1994
As six guests--Mr. Green, Miss Scarlet, Colonel Mustard, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, and Mrs. Peacock--gather at Mr. Boddy's mansion, someone is plotting to steal a delivery of precious jewels.
6
Booby-Trapped
1994
Once again, a group of guests has gathered at Mr. Bobby's mansion for a night of mysterious fun. This time, Mr. Bobby has installed security cameras, catching his guests redhanded in all sorts of mischief.
7
The Picture-Perfect Crime
1994
A collection of mini-mysteries based on the popular board game follows the adventures of Mr. Boddy, whose weekend duties as host to Colonel Mustard, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, and other questionable guests challenge young detectives.
8
The Clue in the Shadows
1995
When Mr. Boddy invites six guests to his house for dinner, they discover that someone is intent on playing practical jokes.
9
Mystery in the Moonlight
1995
Who snatched Miss Scarlet's diamonds?
-Was it Mrs. White in the Ballroom with the Knife?
-Was it Mr. Green in the Study with the Rope?
-Was it Mrs. Peacock in the Lounge with the Revolver?
10
The Screaming Skeleton
1995
Mr. Boddy has invited his six best friends to be guests at his mansion for the weekend. When this weird and wacky crew get together, anything can happen. Follow along with their antics as you match up characters and crimes. Exciting mind-bending mini-mysteries to test your ability as a sleuth!
11
Death by Candlelight
1995
Ten all-new mini mysteries challenge the sleuthing skills of young fans and the Parker Brothers Clue Crew, including Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, Professor Plum, and their amazingly resilient victim, Mr. Boddy.
12
The Haunted Gargoyle
1996
Ten spooky mini-mysteries challenge the sleuthing skills of young Clue fans as well as place guests Mr. Green, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, and others at odds with one another.
13
The Revenge of the Mummy
1996
Who took the mummy's treasure?
-Was it Mr. Green in the Dining Room with the Knife?
-Was it Mrs. White in the Lounge with the Lead Pipe?
-Was it Colonel Mustard in the Library with the Candlestick?
14
The Dangerous Diamond
1996
Mr. Boddy can't get enough of his zany crew of friends - even though they always try to do away with him. He's invited them all back to his mansion for a new round of offbeat adventure.
15
The Vanishing Vampire
1997
Who stole the painting of the Vanishing Vampire?
-Was it Mrs. White in the Kitchen with the Knife?
-Was it Colonel Mustard in the Billiard Room with the Lead Pipe?
-Was it Mr. Green in the Hall with the Wrench?
16
Danger After Dark
1997
Who is spreading danger after dark?
-Is it Mrs. Peacock in the Library with the Rope?
-Is it Professor Plum in the Kitchen with the Revolver?
-Is it Mr. Green in the Lounge with the Candlestick?
17
The Clue in the Crystal Ball
1997
Another wacky collection of mini-mysteries challenges young Clue fans to test their sleuthing skills to figure out if Mrs. White, Miss Scarlet, Colonel Mustard, or another of the gang did in the ever-present Mr. Boddy.
18
Footprints in the Fog
1997
Mr. Boddy's zany crew of friends takes a mysterious walk through the fog to search for the fiend who has stolen Mr. Boddy's hidden treasure, in a collection of mini mysteries based on the popular board game.