In the eagerly awaited third installment of Richard Osman's bestselling series, "The Bullet That Missed" sees the beloved Thursday Murder Club thrust into another captivating mystery. It's an ordinary Thursday, but for Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim, trouble is never far behind. Their latest endeavor involves a decade-old cold case: a murder without a body or answers, linked to a local news legend. As they delve deeper, a new and dangerous foe emerges, confronting Elizabeth with an impossible choice: kill or be killed. Suddenly, the seemingly cold case turns red hot, intertwining with Elizabeth's perilous personal mission. While she grapples with her conscience and a gun, Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim, with the help of old and new allies, race against time to uncover clues. From upscale spas to an unlikely prison cell and a luxurious penthouse, the club's investigation takes them through unexpected locales. Can the gang solve the intricate mystery and rescue Elizabeth before a killer strikes again?
Critical Reception
"This third volume solidifies the series' status as a critical and commercial darling, praised for its irresistible charm, clever plotting, and the continued delight of its quartet of aging amateur sleuths."