Richard Osman has done it again! We Solve Murders kicks off a brand-new series featuring an unlikely detective duo: retired police officer Steve Wheeler and his adrenaline-junkie daughter-in-law, Amy. Packed with humor, heart, and a fast-paced plot, this book will keep you hooked.
Steve is living his best low-key life in a quiet English village with his cat, Trouble, and pub quiz nights. Amy, meanwhile, is in chaos, working as a bodyguard for best-selling author Rosie D’Antonio, whose latest novel has ticked off some dangerous people.
When a murder frame-up puts Amy in the crosshairs, she calls on Steve for help. Cue a high-stakes, globetrotting adventure with Steve, Amy, and Rosie that takes them from South Carolina to Dubai, with a few stops in-between, dodging assassins, uncovering conspiracies, and navigating influencer drama.
This story has Osman’s signature charm and humor. The characters are zany but relatable, and while the mystery isn’t mind-blowingly complex, it’s entertaining. The relationship between Steve and Amy is the heart of the story, and their odd-couple dynamic shines. Rosie adds a fun, glamorous flair, proving she’s more than just a tagalong.
While the new group doesn’t quite match the charm of The Thursday Murder Club sleuths, I know I’ll come to love them, too. Osman fans will enjoy this mix of cozy crime and caper chaos. The audiobook, narrated brilliantly by Nicola Walker, is a perfect companion. 4.5 stars. Bring on the next case!
** Thanks to Edelweiss and the publisher for a complimentary review copy. The opinions are my own.