The Thursday Murder Club: A Novel (A Thursday Murder Club Mystery)

Four septuagenarians with a few tricks up their sleeves
A female cop with her first big case
A brutal murder
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THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB

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Published Aug 3, 2021

384 pages

Average rating: 7.15

2,878 RATINGS

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Readers say *The Thursday Murder Club* is a heartfelt, joyful read filled with lovable, witty characters who charm and amuse throughout the cozy retir...

foxland
Jan 04, 2026
8/10 stars
A fun, light and delightful story with an enigmatic cast. Looking forward to these palate cleansers between my more serious reads.
Mrs Mayo
Nov 13, 2025
9/10 stars
I loved the idea of these seniors having connections and this club to look forward to. Their personalities and individual stories shine as they become integral parts of a local case.
thenextgoodbook
Sep 04, 2025
8/10 stars
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What’s it about?

Four friends meet each week in their picturesque retirement village to work on old unsolved murder cases. When a local man is found dead they are all of a sudden in the middle of their first live case. But who will find the murderer first- the police or the Thursday Murder Club?

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This story is just like those cozy slippers you put on in the fall- comfortable and so pleasant to spend time in. I am definitely adding this to my Gift Ideas section. It would make a great gift for mom at the holidays. I would assume this will please any fan of Louise Penny and most mystery lovers. Just make yourself a cup of hot tea and enjoy this one.

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“Elizabeth had formed the Thursday Murder Club with Penny. Penny had been an inspector in the Kent Police for many years, and she would bring along the files of unsolved murder cases. She wasn’t really supposed to have the files, but who was to know? After a certain age, you can pretty much do whatever takes your fancy. No one tells you off, except for your doctor and your children.”
Slappe
May 28, 2025
9/10 stars
Fun book that got me back into regular reading after years of just a book or two.
boyleschris
Mar 16, 2025
Bennie's recommendation.

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