Richard Osman has created a rare beast: a murder mystery that feels like a warm hug. It’s the opposite of brain rot.
While the 2025 Netflix movie got mixed reviews for being a bit 'slight,' the original 2020 book is a masterclass in character writing. It’s funny, smart, and doesn't treat the reader like an idiot. If your kid is moving past YA fiction and wants something 'grown-up' that isn't full of gratuitous edge, this is the one.






