The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman

Four residents of an upscale British retirement village are back to solve a crime, and hope to prevent another, in another good read from the author of The Thursday Murder Club. I most liked the improving relationship between retired nurse Joyce and her daughter Joanna. Elizabeth, a former spy, hasn’t been herself lately, but gets back to work when a wedding guest disappears after asking for her help.  The group works to gain access to a remote storage facility where an extremely valuable bitcoin is kept. I certainly don’t understand bitcoins, but you don’t need to in order to follow the storyline.

Ron is worried about his daughter, and is spending more time with his grandson. A car bombing is witnessed, and Ibrahim learns that his favorite criminal hasn’t exactly reformed. This is a lively, clever crime thriller that fans of the series will definitely enjoy. I haven’t mentioned much of the plot, as I don’t want to give any spoilers. I liked Osman’s non-series book, We Solve Murders, but I’m very happy to return to the village of Cooper’s Chase.

Brenda