In The Impossible Fortune, the Thursday Murder Club—Joyce, Elizabeth, Ibrahim, and Ron—are drawn into their most complex mystery yet when Joyce’s daughter’s wedding becomes the stage for intrigue. A guest named Nick seeks Elizabeth’s help, revealing that his life is in danger, shortly before he vanishes entirely. The quartet uncover cryptic codes, a missing fortune linked to Bitcoin, and dangerous conspiracies, forcing them to confront betrayal, greed, and the weight of secrets in their quaint retirement village.

Yet The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman is more than a puzzle: it’s a study of aging, grief, and the redemptive power of friendship. As the Club members chase revelations, they also navigate their personal losses—Elizabeth mourning her husband, Ron handling family strife, and Ibrahim wrestling with his moral duties. Through sharp wit, emotional depth, and suspenseful twists, Osman reminds us that the greatest fortunes are not in wealth but in love, trust, and human connection¹.