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alba_marie's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder
Moderate: Death and Suicide
georgie_mb's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-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? No
5.0
Even though this book isn’t perfection, I can’t not give it a 5 stars!
The gang are back and better than ever, especially when there is a real threat towards them. We also saw a lot of characters returning from book two, which made this even more of an ensemble piece.
I did guess one of the people involved, but when it came to the actual murderer I was completely blown away by the reveal! There were so many fun twists and turns, and wrapped up in the brilliant comic clever writing that makes Osman’s books so special. You just fall in love with all the characters, even the bad ones.
There were a couple of situations that wrapped up a little too neatly for my liking, which normally would annoy me, but I still absolutely loved this enough to give it a 5 stars. This series is the perfect cosy read, and will forever be one of my faves.
The gang are back and better than ever, especially when there is a real threat towards them. We also saw a lot of characters returning from book two, which made this even more of an ensemble piece.
I did guess one of the people involved, but when it came to the actual murderer I was completely blown away by the reveal! There were so many fun twists and turns, and wrapped up in the brilliant comic clever writing that makes Osman’s books so special. You just fall in love with all the characters, even the bad ones.
There were a couple of situations that wrapped up a little too neatly for my liking, which normally would annoy me, but I still absolutely loved this enough to give it a 5 stars. This series is the perfect cosy read, and will forever be one of my faves.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide and Murder
aileron's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gun violence, Dementia, Kidnapping, and Murder
Minor: Suicide
ewalkergrace's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dementia
Moderate: Murder, Gun violence, and Death
Minor: Suicide, Kidnapping, and Drug use
ibbyyyyy's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Excellent story and character development, yet again. Twists and turns til the very end. I just can’t get enough of these characters. Please don’t let this be the last of the Thursday Murder Club!!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Dementia, and Suicide
booksandbabble's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Gun violence, and Death
Minor: Suicide
booksjessreads's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This is definitely my favourite 'Thursday Murder Club' book to date and I am highly anticipating the fourth one! I thought this one had a really great plot and I had not managed to work out who the killer was (although I don't read a lot of crime books so unsure if my inexperience with them contributed to this!).
One thing I felt really came together well in this book was the interaction between all of the characters. I feel as though we really know the characters now and whilst Elizabeth's past life is not fully known still, it was certainly given more attention to in this book. I was disheartened that we did not see more of Donna and Chris, but I still liked their respective involvement in the story.
In terms of story writing, I thought it was told really well and the chapters were nice and short, as well as really easy to read and I absolutely flew through this. I felt it was funny in the most appropriate places, and leads of suspects were placed well throughout the book. I have loved the other two books in the series so far, but this certainly was the one in which I felt everything came together more smoothly. Coupled with the interaction and familiarity of characters, this made this by far my favourite.
One thing I felt really came together well in this book was the interaction between all of the characters. I feel as though we really know the characters now and whilst Elizabeth's past life is not fully known still, it was certainly given more attention to in this book. I was disheartened that we did not see more of Donna and Chris, but I still liked their respective involvement in the story.
In terms of story writing, I thought it was told really well and the chapters were nice and short, as well as really easy to read and I absolutely flew through this. I felt it was funny in the most appropriate places, and leads of suspects were placed well throughout the book. I have loved the other two books in the series so far, but this certainly was the one in which I felt everything came together more smoothly. Coupled with the interaction and familiarity of characters, this made this by far my favourite.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dementia, Murder, and Death
Moderate: Suicide, Kidnapping, and Car accident
Minor: Drug use
camoo3032's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
I feel like Richard Osman is hitting his stride with this books. He weaves multiple storylines while keeping the characters just as rich, funny and loveable as ever. I love reading this series and I can't wait for the next one to come out.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dementia
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Death, Drug use, Torture, Bullying, Kidnapping, Physical abuse, Suicide, Alcohol, Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Car accident, Blood, Cancer, and Domestic abuse
beckyremillard's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, Suicide, Dementia, and Gun violence
saltycoffee's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Dementia
Minor: Murder and Suicide