The Man Who Died Twice (Thursday Murder Club, #2)

by Richard Osman

“And what’ll happen?” “I suspect Elizabeth will happen.”

“Wonderful. Now what was I doing, dear?” “Playing chess with Bogdan.” “Oh, good. He made me scrambled eggs. And he gave Ron cocaine. What a champ. I’ll get back to him. I’ll leave you to your murdered spies.”

Ibrahim agrees that they can. He receives a text from Elizabeth—Any news?—and he replies, Yes. I am concerned about Kendrick’s relationship with his father. Elizabeth replies back with a rolling-eyes emoji. She has really taken to emojis.

“You’re so infuriating,” says Joyce, setting off behind her. “I know,” says Elizabeth. “I honestly can’t help it. I have tried.”

“Wonderful,” says Joyce. “I’m sorry I was angry earlier.” “Don’t mention it,” says Elizabeth. “I’m infuriating.” Joyce smiles. “You certainly are. Would you like a flapjack?” “Finally,” says Elizabeth.

If you are going to commit one major crime in your life, Lance reasons, make it stealing diamonds from the mafia.