The Thursday Murder Club Series by Richard Osman 4 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
The Thursday Murder Club
The Man Who Died Twice
The Bullet That Missed
The Last Devil to Die

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124279530
Publisher: Penguin

Overview
Curl up with Richard Osman's beloved quartet of retirement-village sleuths in this complete four-book paperback collection. Elizabeth, Joyce, Ibrahim, and Ron trade gossip and cold-case files every Thursday, until real murders start landing on their doorstep. Osman's blend of gentle humor, sharp plotting, and genuinely moving friendship has made these mysteries a favorite for readers who love cozy crime with bite. From a body in the graveyard to stolen diamonds, decade-old cold cases, and art-world fraud, each installment raises the stakes while keeping the warmth. This set is the perfect way to enjoy the full story in order.

About the Books
The Thursday Murder Club series follows four retirees in the Cooper's Chase retirement village who meet weekly to pore over unsolved police cases for fun, only to find themselves investigating real murders on their own doorstep. Elizabeth is a former intelligence operative with a Rolodex of dangerous contacts, Joyce is a warm and quietly sharp ex-nurse, Ibrahim is a meticulous retired psychiatrist, and Ron is a former union firebrand who never backs down from a fight. Across the four novels, the group's cases grow increasingly complex and personal: a builder's murder pulls back the curtain on the village's past; a letter from an old flame drags Elizabeth into a hunt for stolen diamonds and a vengeful mob boss; a decades-old disappearance resurfaces alongside a fresh killing tied to true-crime journalism; and a final case entangles the friends in international art fraud and online scams reaching close to home. Osman balances laugh-out-loud banter, believable procedural detail, and real emotional depth, exploring aging, memory, grief, and friendship without ever losing narrative momentum. Each book stands as a satisfying mystery on its own while steadily deepening the ensemble's relationships and history, rewarding readers who follow the series in order. Fans of character-driven crime fiction, British village mysteries, and puzzle-box plotting will find a series that rewards patience with wit, warmth, and genuine surprise on nearly every page, all wrapped in Osman's instantly recognizable voice.

Key Benefits

• Complete four-book paperback set in reading order, ready for a weekend binge or a slow, savoring read
• Witty, character-driven cozy mysteries that balance genuine suspense with warmth and humor
• A beloved ensemble cast of older sleuths, offering a fresh, funny take on the classic detective story
• Great gift for mystery lovers, book club members, or anyone who enjoys British crime fiction
• Compact paperback format is easy to pack for travel, the beach, or a cozy night in
• Ideal for building a home library or replacing a well-loved, dog-eared favorite

Book-by-Book Guide
The Thursday Murder Club — Four retirement-village friends turn amateur sleuths when a local builder is found murdered.
The Man Who Died Twice — A letter from Elizabeth's past drags the club into a dangerous hunt for stolen diamonds and a vengeful mobster.
The Bullet That Missed — A decade-old cold case and an unsolved disappearance pull the friends into the world of true-crime journalism.
The Last Devil to Die — An old friend's death leads the group into a tangled case of art fraud, drugs, and online scams.

About the Author
Richard Osman is a British television presenter, producer, and author best known for co-creating and hosting the quiz show Pointless. He turned to fiction with The Thursday Murder Club, launching a series that has introduced millions of readers to Elizabeth, Joyce, Ibrahim, and Ron. Osman's writing draws on his sharp eye for character and dialogue, honed through years in television, combined with a genuine warmth toward his older protagonists. He lives in London and continues to write further installments in the Thursday Murder Club series alongside other fiction projects.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Perfect for cozy mystery fans, book club picks, or a thoughtful gift for the reader who loves puzzles wrapped in humor and heart. This paperback set makes a wonderful birthday present, holiday gift, or addition to any home library, letting new readers meet the Thursday Murder Club from the very beginning.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.