Reviews said the first third of the book was confusing — but finally started to make sense towards the end.

True. But — for me — this stand alone book was a big letdown after Osman’s excellent Thursday Murder Club series.

It’s somewhat amusing. Slightly entertaining as an absurd cozy mystery.

BUT I never did start to care much about any of the characters.

Amy Wheeler is a private security officer for Maximum Impact Solutions, a private security company, currently protecting Rosie D’Antonio, “the world’s bestselling novelist, ‘if you don’t count Lee Child’”. 

Her husband, Adam Wheeler—Steve’s son—works in finance and also spends most of his time traveling; they view their relationship as a long-term bet and don’t mind not seeing much of each other for now. 

Amy’s father-in-law, Steve Wheeler, is a widower and retired police officer who loves to stay at home. Talks to Amy by phone every day.  

The plot’s confusing. Somebody seems to want to kill Amy. She’s under suspicion in the deaths of others who have been killed in 3 separate incidents, each murder occurring when Amy was nearby. 

Amy’s suave boss, Jeff, seems to have disappeared. His former partner and best friend, Henk, might be responsible.

The foibles and eccentricities of the characters are interesting. But ultimately I can’t recommend this book.

Read the Thursday Murder Club series instead.