Synopsis

In the fourth captivating installment of Richard Osman's beloved series, 'The Last Devil to Die' plunges the eccentric members of the Thursday Murder Club into their most personal and perilous case yet. When a dear old friend is brutally murdered, and a dangerous package he was safeguarding vanishes, Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim find themselves navigating the treacherous waters of the antiques business. Their investigation unearths a labyrinth of deception, pitting them against cunning drug dealers, sophisticated art forgers, and elusive online fraudsters. As the body count steadily rises and critical clues remain hidden, the club faces mounting personal heartache and a relentless ticking clock. With trouble hot on their heels and their usual luck seemingly running out, they must unmask the killer before it's too late, all while questioning whom they can truly trust and facing the sobering reality of who might be the last devil to die.

Critical Reception

"Acclaimed by critics as the most poignant and intricately plotted installment in the series, the novel has solidified its place as a beloved continuation of the Thursday Murder Club's endearing adventures."

Adaptations

The 'Thursday Murder Club' series, including this title, is currently in development for film adaptation by Steven Spielberg's Amblin Entertainment.

Metadata

ISBN:9780593299449
Pages:385
Age Rating:All Ages

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