A review by beauuuu
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

funny lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I think this book is probably better on a reread, an easy read that’s flip flopping between a multitude of things in a mystery that was a little simple for what I was expecting from Osman, but still typically and ideally subversive. What really stood out to me were the main characters, while the ensemble cast of characters probably needed more time allocated to them to be considered and fleshed out, the core Thursday Murder Club were all very engaging and something I see myself returning for more of. It’s certainly a cosy, comfortable and enjoyable read that’s as much a delight from start to finish as much as its underlying plot can be a little pale and weak at times too. Either way, it’s carried by an almost cinematic perspective that I found captivating and seamless. Though nothing to do with the book itself, it’s what drew me in. I’m not sure how many variations of cover there are for this book, but the one you’ll find in most places is fantastic and I think it captures the vibe of the book perfectly.
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