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A review by joyceheinen
We Solve Murders by Richard Osman
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Many fans must have been disappointed with the fact that Richard Osmam didn’t release a new book in his popular series “The Thursday Murder Club”. But no worries, “We Solve Murders” is the first book in a new series, that follow a retired detective and his daughter-in-law solving crimes.
Steve is a widower and a retired detective, living a quiet life in the English country. He still does some investigative work, but more in the line of finding someone’s lost dog. His daughter-in-law Amy is working in the private security sector and is in for some excitement. When a murder occurs, and someone’s are also after her, Amy asks Steve for help. Taking him our of his trusted, quiet habitat.
Richard Osman is a fantastic author and his strength lies in the way he brings his characters to life. Steve and Amy are both amazing characters and especially loved their dynamic together. It’s fun to read from a father and daughter-in-law relationship.
I’ve never given any of his books a 5-star rating, mainly for the same reason. The books are always a bit slow and dragging in the middle. But all of his books, so far, have been winners and they are all super solid. And so is “We Solve Murders”. Even though I didn’t like it as much as “The Thursday Murder Club” series, I did really enjoy the mystery and especially the two main characters. And I am looking forward to reading more about Steve and Amy’s adventures together.
Steve is a widower and a retired detective, living a quiet life in the English country. He still does some investigative work, but more in the line of finding someone’s lost dog. His daughter-in-law Amy is working in the private security sector and is in for some excitement. When a murder occurs, and someone’s are also after her, Amy asks Steve for help. Taking him our of his trusted, quiet habitat.
Richard Osman is a fantastic author and his strength lies in the way he brings his characters to life. Steve and Amy are both amazing characters and especially loved their dynamic together. It’s fun to read from a father and daughter-in-law relationship.
I’ve never given any of his books a 5-star rating, mainly for the same reason. The books are always a bit slow and dragging in the middle. But all of his books, so far, have been winners and they are all super solid. And so is “We Solve Murders”. Even though I didn’t like it as much as “The Thursday Murder Club” series, I did really enjoy the mystery and especially the two main characters. And I am looking forward to reading more about Steve and Amy’s adventures together.