The Bullet That Missed by Richard Osman

The Bullet That Missed is the third novel in Richard Osman’s bestselling Thursday Murder Club series, blending clever crime plotting with warm, character-driven humour. Set once again in the peaceful-seeming Coopers Chase retirement village, the story follows a group of sharp-witted pensioners who refuse to let old age slow down their appetite for solving cold cases.

This time, the Thursday Murder Club reopens the file of a vanished TV news presenter whose body was never found and whose case was written off as a tragic accident. As the friends dig deeper, they uncover a tangle of media intrigue, financial crime and long-buried secrets that powerful people would prefer to keep hidden. Between dangerous criminals, unexpected allies and a few romantic twists, the investigation soon becomes far more personal than anyone expects.

Richard Osman’s trademark mix of suspense, heart and gentle comedy makes The Bullet That Missed an ideal read for fans of character-led mysteries and cosy crime. The novel can be enjoyed as a standalone story, while also rewarding readers who have followed the series from the beginning. For more crime and mystery titles, explore the wider selection of books available on World of Books.