The Retirement Plan by Sue Hincenbergs

Murder, Mischief, and Midlife Mayhem: A Hilarious Ride with The Retirement Plan

If you’re in the mood for a wildly entertaining, laugh-out-loud mystery with a darkly comedic twist, The Retirement Plan by Sue Hincenbergs should be at the top of your reading list.

The story centers around Pam, Nancy, and Shalisa—three longtime friends who’ve spent years dealing with the fallout of their husbands’ disastrous financial decisions. But when their mutual friend Marlene’s husband suddenly dies in a tragic accident, and Marlene starts living her best life thanks to a hefty insurance payout, the trio begins to wonder: Could a “retirement plan” like that be their ticket to freedom, too?

What follows is a chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt journey full of missteps, misunderstandings, and murder plots gone awry. What the wives don’t realize is that their husbands are entangled in shady dealings of their own—and they’re just as suspicious of Marlene’s windfall as anyone else.

Hincenbergs masterfully balances humor with suspense, creating a story that’s both gripping and genuinely funny. I couldn’t put this book down. Every chapter pulled me deeper into the tangled web of secrets and schemes, and I found myself laughing out loud more than once.

What’s especially impressive is how cinematic the story feels—without compromising the depth or quality of the writing. Unlike books that read like thinly veiled screenplays, The Retirement Plan is fully realized as a novel, yet it begs to be adapted for the big screen. It’s easy to picture these quirky, scheming women lighting up a dark comedy on Netflix or HBO.

Whether you’re a fan of cozy mysteries, character-driven comedies, or just looking for a good time with a great book, this one delivers. It’s sharp, smart, and a total delight from start to finish. I’d recommend it to readers of all ages—especially anyone who’s ever dreamed of trading in real-life headaches for a little fictional mischief.

RATING : 5/5