The story follows four women in their early sixties who’ve spent forty years as elite assassins for a secretive organization. Their retirement cruise turns into a hit job from their own employer, forcing them to rely on their experience, wits, and the way people constantly underestimate them to survive.
The narrative alternates between the present-day chase and flashbacks to their earlier missions, which nicely builds the characters and their deep friendships.
What stood out most for me were the sharp banter, strong sisterhood, and how they weaponize their “invisibility” at this age. It feels empowering without being preachy, and the action stays entertaining rather than overly grim. It gave me similar vibes to The Thursday Murder Club—clever older characters who are far sharper than anyone expects—but with more edge and professional assassins.
I flew through it and am already starting the sequel. If you enjoy lighthearted thrillers (yes, it’s possible!), I’d recommend this for your next pick. An excellent book-club choice that should spark great discussion about loyalty, aging, and friendship under pressure.
Rating: 3.5 / 5 ⭐
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