THE BULLET THAT MISSED by Richard Osman

THE BULLET THAT MISSED by Richard Osman This third outing of the Thursday Murder Club is just as much fun as the other two. Four pensioners living in a gated community get together every Thursday to discuss and try to solve a cold murder case. Each of the four is a wonderfully portrayed personality. They include a former spy, a psychiatrist, a doddering (maybe) busybody and a supporting cast of characters just as delightful. The murders are intriguing and come with additional characters to join the fun. This time around a former KGB hitman joins the four and I hope he sticks around for more chapters in this series. Not quite a cozy (murders do happen!) but not a bloodthirsty thriller either. This one deals with stolen money, cryptocurrency, an aging TV star, the requisite murder (and several more murders) before the plot plays out. Well worth your time. A clever plot that is satisfying at the surprising conclusion. 5 of 5 stars