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Killers of a Certain Age

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Deanna Raybourn

Killers of a Certain Age

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn follows four retired female assassins—Billie, Helen, Natalie, and Mary Alice—who discover they are targets of their former employer, the Museum. During a Caribbean cruise, they recognize the threat and fake their deaths. Together, they plot to dismantle the leadership of the Museum, uncovering betrayal and corruption while relying on each other’s skills to survive. The book features instances of sexual harassment, violence, and murder.

Humorous

Adventurous

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.1

106,537 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn delivers a witty, entertaining narrative about seasoned female assassins facing betrayal. Reviews praise its humor, strong character development, and unique plot. However, some critics find pacing issues and predictability in the storyline. Overall, it’s a compelling read for fans of unconventional thrillers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Killers of a Certain Age?

Readers who enjoy a mix of mystery, humor, and strong female leads will relish Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn. Fans of Janet Evanovich's One for the Money and Richard Osman’s The Thursday Murder Club will appreciate the witty dialogue and dynamic characters in this engaging tale of seasoned assassins.

4.1

106,537 ratings

70%

Loved it

25%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Character List

Billie Webster

A recently retired member of an elite all-female assassination squad, skilled in languages and hand-to-hand combat, who reflects on her past missions and relationships.

Comes from an upper-class background, with expertise in firearms and detail-oriented skills, dealing with recent widowhood and finding new purpose.

The group's poison expert and idealist, recruited for her skills and advocacy for justice, navigating a new phase of honesty in her personal life.

An effusive personality with expertise in weaponry and explosives, whose loyalty and emotional vibrancy add depth to the team's dynamic.

A founder of the Museum and former WWII intelligence operative, she is instrumental in training and inspiring the members of Project Sphinx.

Originally a mentor figure, he becomes a contentious presence due to views that clash with Billie's capabilities and approach.

Second-in-command of the Museum’s Acquisitions department, known for his mild-mannered demeanor but with ulterior motives.

A highly skilled agent in foreign languages and intelligence gathering, with a no-nonsense approach and a key role in modernizing the Museum's operations.

A British member of the Museum and an assassin with a past romantic connection to Billie, valuing women as equals.

A young Ukrainian tech expert and Billie’s protege, dedicated and supportive in using her technical skills to assist the team.

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Various • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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