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Synopsis
The Bookworld's leading enforcement officer, Thursday Next, has been forced into semiretirement following an assassination attempt. When Thursday's former SpecOps division is reinstated, she assumes she's the obvious choice to lead the Literary Detectives. But our banged-up heroine is no spring chicken, and her old boss has a cushier job in mind for her: chief librarian of the Swindon All-You- Can-Eat at Fatso's Drink Not Included Library. But where Thursday goes, trouble follows ... (Bestseller).
Is The Woman Who Died a Lot appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This humorous fantasy novel features a middle-aged heroine dealing with forced retirement and bureaucratic obstacles. Mild action/violence from assassination attempt backstory, but primarily comedic and literary in tone.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence.
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Fans of clever, book-loving heroes and witty British humor will enjoy this literary detective's adventures.