Reviews tagging 'Gun violence'

The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

59 reviews

sunny_bumblebee's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted sad 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

4.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Dementia, Violence, Death, Grief, Terminal illness, Murder, Suicide, and Gun violence

ladythana's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Murder and Grief

Moderate: Death and Dementia

Minor: Gun violence, Pregnancy, Suicide, and Violence

lonicae's review against another edition

adventurous funny mysterious relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Death, Gun violence, Murder, and Suicide

bronzel's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective 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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Grief, Death, and Suicide

Moderate: Racism, Violence, Murder, Body shaming, Terminal illness, Dementia, and Xenophobia

Minor: Alcohol, Medical content, Injury/Injury detail, Infidelity, Fatphobia, Pregnancy, Gun violence, and Blood

filetypetiff's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny mysterious reflective 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

4.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicide attempt, Death, Murder, Pregnancy, Self harm, Suicide, Gun violence, and Dementia

sobo31's review against another edition

funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Murder, Suicide attempt, Suicide, Death, Dementia, and Grief

Minor: Medical content, Rape, Drug use, Animal death, Gun violence, and Pregnancy

emmiemopho's review against another edition

funny lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Gave this book a higher rating than I expected to. The style of writing isn’t something I am usually fond of and this book was no exception. However, the story was fun and I quite liked the plot lines. Although this read was not for me completely, I do have 2 people in mind that would thoroughly enjoy this read. 

It is also a quick read! Slow to the table but quickly picks up. Suddenly you are 90% finished with the book and you are wondering did it really take such little time to read? 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Suicide, Death, Gun violence, Murder, and Pregnancy

earofthedog's review against another edition

adventurous funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Gun violence and Murder

Moderate: Violence

Minor: Dementia and Racism

bookb1itch's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Believe the hype!  I didn't read this for a long time, partly because i feared it wouldn't be as good as my friends said.  Instead, it really was as warm, amusing and cosy as everyone has said.  As a school librarian, i would have no qualms letting a 13 yo read this if they wanted.  Lots of intrigue, but no gore, sex or bad language. (Although quite a bit of talk about drug trafficking) Some really loveable major and minor characters.   I will immediately begin book 2.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Grief, Alcohol, Death, and Murder

Moderate: Medical content, Terminal illness, and Trafficking

Minor: Suicide and Gun violence

clavishorti's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny mysterious reflective sad tense 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

Ever get that feeling where you adore something so much, it's like trying to describe a symphony of emotions? Well, that's precisely the vibe I'm riding on with The Thursday Murder Club. Imagine strolling through the winding corridors of mystery, guided by a breeze of pure exhilaration. Sure, the initial hurdle was the rollercoaster of changing POVs, but as I flipped through the pages, I was irresistibly drawn into the labyrinth of enigma alongside the charismatic crew of The Thursday Murder Club.

As the narrative unfolded, characters underwent a deep excavation, revealing intricate layers that highlighted the author's mastery in delving into the psychology of each persona. In a plot filled with a plethora of characters, far from overwhelming, it proved to be a triumph, beckoning readers to explore the tapestry of rich and multifaceted personalities.

The climax in the confession room was a tension-soaked spectacle, immersing me in a suspenseful atmosphere, making me an integral part of the unfolding drama. Sharp plot twists played havoc with my assumptions about the primary suspect, displaying a level of cleverness that left me in awe.

The initial battle against 'microscopic' font size unexpectedly transformed into a stroke of luck when I stumbled upon the e-book format—a treasure trove where I could whimsically tailor the font size to match my reading pleasure.

Immersed in the intricacies of these characters' lives and skillfully navigating the hairpin turns of the mystery, I transcended beyond the conventional role of a reader; I morphed into a fellow adventurer alongside The Thursday Murder Club gang.

As I closed the chapter on this thrilling escapade, a satisfied grin and a spark of enthusiasm adorned my face. The Thursday Murder Club is more than just a book; it's a golden ticket inviting you to explore a world of mystery with the coolest gang in town. The knowledge that the saga with The Thursday Murder Club will persist in a riveting series is the cherry on top. It's not just a book; it's a reliable companion, beckoning from every mysterious corridor, urging you to uncover the secrets within.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Dementia, Murder, Animal death, Death, and Gun violence

Moderate: Alcohol, Grief, and Suicide