In this debut book from Richard Osman, the story is based around a group of four old-aged pensioners who are living in a peaceful retirement village called Coopers Chase. The pensioners make friends over walnut cake, coffee and a cold-blooded murder case - as you do. We see Elizabeth (a former nurse), Joyce (we assume as an ex-spy/intelligence), Ron (an ex-trade union boss) and Ibrahim (a retired psychiatrist) try to tackle the murder of Tony Curran, a friend/contact of Ian Ventham (who ends up being another murder victim halfway through the story).
The four pensioners/friends attempt to work with the police, particularly DCI Chris Hudson and PC Donna Fritas.
The book is split into chapters from the present day and Joyce's excerpts from her diary. The chapters are really short, which made me read this book even quicker than I normally would.
So, would I recommend The Thursday Murder Club?
Yes, I would!
What I loved about this book was the British sense of humour which was portrayed throughout the book. The puns, one-liners and quips were hilarious, some I could even relate to! Put it this way, when I need to go into a retirement home, Coopers Chase (if it was real) is one I would love to check into!
This book is full of adventure, humour and excitement. I found myself looking back through the book to pick up on any clues I had missed regarding the murders. The older characters I could kind of relate 1 or 2 of my grandparents to. Elderly people are as straight as a die and will say it like it is. That's where a lot of the humour came from in this book.
However, this book does tackle topics such as loneliness and suicide, which was quite sad during the book. It reminds us all of the attention we should pay older people in this day and age. They have a lot to offer, and this book reminds us of that.
The Thursday Murder Club is a funny, heartfelt and exciting read. British humour at its best - even if there are murders involved.
I adore Richard Osman books!
ReplyDeleteDanielle | thereluctantblogger.co.uk
I can't wait to read the second and third book!
DeleteI actually bought this for my mother in law for her birthday last month and loved the sound of it. Sounds like a great one! I'll have to pinch it back off her haha.
ReplyDeleteClaire.X
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Pinch it off her Claire, it's such a good read! x
DeleteI've seen so many great reviews of this book! It sounds great and makes me wish I had time to read!
ReplyDeleteCorinne x
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It's such a good read Corinne! x
DeleteI bought this for my aunt a while back and she kept saying how good it was - I need to borrow it from her, it's been on my TBR list for too long now!
ReplyDeleteMake sure you borrow it from her Lisa, it's such a brilliant read!
DeleteOh this sound like a super fun read. I have never read a book by a comedian. I love the cover design. This would be a fun series too!
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I always find books written by comedians tend to be some of the best reads Allie! x
DeleteI love the sound of this, different to what I'd normally pick but it's nice to read something different!
ReplyDeleteUsually I wouldn't go for a book like this either Gemma, but I'm glad I did cause it's such a great book!
DeleteThis sounds wonderful! I like the idea of shorter chapters. I'm definitely going to pick this up. Thanks for the recommendation!
ReplyDeleteShorter chapters make it easier to read a book for me personally!
DeleteI've only heard good things about this book - and the rest of Richard Osman's bits. I'll add it to my TBR pile!
ReplyDeleteRosie
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Make sure you do add it to your TBR pile Rosie!
DeleteI have been seeing Richard Osman's books popping up everywhere, but I haven't read any of them. Now I definitely need to check out his books, and this one does sound great!
ReplyDeleteYou need to check them out Karalee! x
DeleteHeard nothing but good things about this book, but never purchased it! Think it's time I do x
ReplyDeleteYou definitely need to have a look at Richard Osman's books Lea-Mai! x
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