The Bullet That Missed by Richard Osman

This is the third book in the Thursday Murder Club series, and once again we join Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim as they investigate a murder: this time, a cold case involving a local reporter whose body was never found.

If you aren’t familiar with the series, you should know that the main characters are all retired, come from a variety of backgrounds, and form a group of friends so delightful and mischievous I can only hope to replicate it when I reach that stage of life. Osman does a wonderful job bringing each character to life, and he makes the most of each of their skills and personalities as they tackle this latest mystery while making new friends and meeting old ones.

I especially appreciate the moments (both funny and poignant) that bring up the importance of friendship in one’s life, and the ways that we leave an imprint on those around us. The story is clever, hilarious, and keeps the mystery going long enough to hold my attention — enjoyable even if you aren’t normally a fan of mysteries!