In the quiet hum of an unsuspecting seniors' center, an old case whispers to life, drawing the Thursday Murder Club into a labyrinth of mystery that stretches the bounds of their collective intellect and courage. "The Bullet That Missed" is not just a case of a missing body but a tale that weaves through the shadows of the past, touching the lives of a local news icon and spiraling into a sinister plot that threatens to consume everything—and everyone—they hold dear. Richard Osman masterfully crafts a narrative that is as heart-pounding as it is heartwarming, entangling readers in a web of intrigue, humor, and unexpected alliances. As the plot thickens, the Club finds itself pitted against "Viking", a shadowy nemesis with a vendetta that pulls them into the murky waters of international espionage and deadly ultimatums. With Elizabeth and Joyce caught in a deadly cat-and-mouse game, Ron and Ibrahim delve into the criminal underworld, racing against time to peel back the layers of Viking's identity. From the confines of a prison that's more luxury than lockup to the dizzying heights of a penthouse that hides more than it shows, Osman elevates the story with his signature blend of wit, charm, and suspense. "The Bullet That Missed" is a thrilling ride that promises to keep readers guessing until the very end, proving once again that age is no barrier to adventure—or to solving the most perplexing mysteries.