Love books about elderly sleuths who are able to see what the local authorities cannot and solve a crime. This was a great addition to the genre.

These ladies were a fun time. I enjoyed this cozy mystery with the whodunit aspect of this book. I was just here for the vibes.
Thank you NetGalley and publishers for a copy of this for an honest review.

This was an interesting cozy mystery. It reminded me of a slice of life drama in that the pacing can be languid, but there are layers and subtext if you’re willing to think about the little clues. The humor and eccentric characters won’t be everyone’s cup of tea, but about halfway into the novel I started to really enjoy it. Looking forward to the upcoming television series.

Guess I should have paid more attention or at least read the book this is loosely based on because I had almost no idea who anyone was or what was going on

Despite being initially drawn in by its captivating cover, "The Marlow Murder Club" failed to win me over. Admittedly, I'm new to this genre, and my bias might have tainted my enjoyment. The main character failed to captivate me, and certain elements felt too far-fetched for real life. The cherry on top was the oh-so-predictable ending, which left me struggling to stay focused on the pages. If cozy mysteries and Miss Marple are your jam, this book might tickle your fancy, but it just didn't do it for me.

Calling all cozy mystery fans! There's a fresh series in town that's bound to tickle your sleuthing bones! Three quirky amateurs (all fabulous ladies) join forces to unravel local murder mysteries while enjoying some social time and a splash of whiskey!

Meet Judith, a spunky seventy-seven-year-old with a passion for crafting newspaper crossword puzzles. She lives in an old mansion just outside of Marlow, and her character is as enigmatic as a riddle. The setting is perfection, providing the ideal backdrop for their thrilling adventures.

The mystery might not be the most original, but that's not the main attraction here. It's all about the colorful personalities and how they tackle the cases. However, a tiny complaint lingers about the overly detailed motive explanations – a bit like revealing the magician's secrets!

Overall, this light and enjoyable ride leaves you eagerly awaiting the next installment. With its captivating cover art and whimsical characters, this series promises to deliver more delightful surprises in the future! Three stars! 🌟🌟🌟

This book was a fun thriller and I really enjoyed it. I would recommend it to anyone who likes a good mystery with an older main character.

Thank you Netgalley and publisher for the e-book in exchange for an honest review.

Robert Thorogood's "The Marlow Murder Club" is a captivating and delightful mystery novel that takes readers on an engaging journey through a small English village where a group of amateur sleuths embark on a thrilling quest to solve a series of puzzling murders.

Thorogood masterfully blends elements of traditional whodunit mysteries with a touch of humor and a refreshing ensemble of quirky characters. Each member of the Marlow Murder Club brings their unique skills and backgrounds to the table, creating a dynamic and entertaining group dynamic. Their interactions and banter inject a light-heartedness into the story, balancing the gravity of the crimes they investigate.

The author's writing style is engaging, and the pacing is well-executed, keeping readers hooked from beginning to end. Thorogood expertly weaves together multiple plot threads, introducing intriguing twists and turns along the way. The puzzles are challenging and cleverly crafted, encouraging readers to actively participate in the investigation alongside the characters. The mystery itself is layered, with surprises and revelations that will keep even seasoned mystery readers guessing.

This was a very tame murder mystery and I never really felt much tension. I would have liked to see the police process a little more, which felt rushed. I did like that the 3 MCs were older and that they used that to their advantage!

Cozy mystery involving Judith, an elderly woman who swears she heard a gunshot one night, The Cops come out to investigate but don't find anything pertinent. Judith knows there is more to this and looks into it herself. Only to walk upon a murder. Book was a little slow, nothing too thrilling but as an easy read and had a great story.

A fun start to a new cozy mystery series. I loved that the 3 MC's were all older characters and became friends based off of the murders happening around them. All unique characters that I really enjoyed spending time with.

I really loved how they embraced their age and how people viewed them to 'catch a killer'.

Great fun!

3.5 stars

I enjoyed this book. The plot and pacing were good. The characters were interesting. It did take a while to get into though. .

The Marlow Murder Club is the first book in an amateur sleuth village cozy mystery series by Robert Thorogood. Released in the USA 3rd May 2022 by Poisoned Pen Press, it's 304 pages and is available in hardcover, paperback, audio, and ebook formats. It's worth noting that the ebook format has a handy interactive table of contents as well as interactive links. I've really become enamored of ebooks with interactive formats lately.

This is an interesting and engaging cozy featuring a 77 year old (but quite young at heart) woman and her two unlikely allies, a young dog walker mom, and the local vicar's wife. A series of bizarre murders has stumped the local woefully underqualified police inspectors and Judith and her allies go boldly forward where the official investigative powers-that-be can't easily go.

The book is surprisingly full of misandry and I can't think of one single positively portrayed male character who actually made it to the end of the book alive. The mystery and main plot-line has a fair number of parallels with golden age plots from yesteryear and I can think of half a dozen which are quite similar. That being said, it *is* a clever plot device and the author does a good turn.

I also liked that the main character is a cruciverbalist and there are lots of crossword clues and wordplay throughout. Additionally, she's the type of person who takes daily skinny-dips, is an excellent sculler, and isn't afraid to take chances (although some of them made me shake my head in disbelief).

There's a bit of and Agatha Raisin vibe, and fans of MC Beaton, Deanna Raybourn, and Richard Osman will probably like this one as well.

Three and a half stars.

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.

Thank you Netgalley for letting me read and review this book. The Marlow Murder Club is a cozy mystery, crime book. I haven't really read this genre before, and don't think it is for me. The writing style was okay, and I liked the characters, but the story was predictable and there wasn't much character growth.

"Judith Potts is seventy-seven years old and blissfully happy. She lives on her own in a faded mansion just outside Marlow, there’s no man in her life to tell her what to do or how much whisky to drink, and to keep herself busy she sets crosswords for The Times newspaper. One evening, while out swimming in the Thames, Judith witnesses a brutal murder. The local police don’t believe her story, so she decides to investigate for herself, and is soon joined in her quest by Suzie, a salt-of-the-earth dog-walker, and Becks, the prim and proper wife of the local Vicar. Together, they are the Marlow Murder Club."

Didn’t like don’t recommend. It lacked plot and characters weren’t very interesting or relatable. It’s a slow read and I listed interest half way through and couldn’t finish it

I really enjoyed this book so much more than I thought I was going to. The characters were extremely well developed and the plot was very good. There were some twists and turns that I enjoyed and the author really had me reading much further into the night than I should have. I look forward to book number two the series!

This was an enjoyable mystery with fun, quirky cast of characters. The author could have taken a little longer to build the main characters and their backstories. Felt a little rushed. Still a fun and quick read.

I loved reading this book. I really liked the characters, the setting and the mystery was good. Judith is convinced her neighbor has been murdered. When the police seem to be overwhelmed trying to solve the case she sets out to solve it herself. Along the way she makes friends with two other women in Marlow and the three work together. The relationship of the women is a highlight of the book. The mystery was good with lots of suspects and and an interesting solution. The book was well written and easy to read. I look for word to reading the next book. Enjoy

Thank you Netgalley, Robert Thorogood and Publisher for the ARC of this book

I love the main character in this book and her bravery and that she was the main character!

The plot was slightly unbelievable however still enjoyable and did exactly what I needed the book to do.

3.5/5 stars

At seventy-seven years old and with a remarkable knack for getting to the heart of matters (whether people want her to or not), Judith Potts would make a valuable addition to the Thursday Murder Club, not that she’d be willing to sacrifice life in her beloved Marlow for life in the Cooper’s Chase retirement community. Still, she’s presented with an opportunity to solve a murder practically on her own doorstep in The Marlow Murder Club, a cosy mystery with plenty of humour, heart and diabolical intrigue.

Judith is spending an enjoyable evening doing a spot of wild swimming in the Thames when she hears a shot from across the river and realises that she has witnessed a murder. As the police don’t find any evidence when she reports it and so come to the rather condescending conclusion that she is either confused or barmy or a combination of the two, she decides to investigate things for herself, which results in her forming two helpful if unlikely friendships with local women.

The Marlow Murder Club is a charming and intriguing murder mystery populated by relatable (if sometimes slightly exasperating) characters who are easy to warm to and pleasant to follow in their investigative pursuits. While Judith doesn’t exactly play fair in terms of sharing the information and knowledge she has accumulated, it is still good fun to witness her deductions and strong-minded attempts to bring the killer to justice.