Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi have always relied on the advice of the classic guide to their trade, The Principles of Private Detection. But who is the eminent author, Mr Clovis Andersen, and what if he were to come to Botswana? That seems a very unlikely possibility, and yet . . . When Mr Andersen visits Botswana on holiday, he is delighted and intrigued to stumble across a roadside sign that reveals the existence of the No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency. Professional courtesy suggests that he call and announce himself. Meanwhile, Mma Makutsi and Phuti Radiphuti are embarking on married life and building a new house - a tricky business under any circumstances but especially hazardous when the name of the contractor is the Joy and Light Building Company.
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Praise for Alexander McCall Smith:
"To say McCall Smith is a literary phenomenon doesn't quite describe what has happened. He has become more of a movement, a worldwide club for the dissemination of gentle wisdom and good cheer."
"--The Telegraph
""McCall Smith has few peers in capturing the quiet moments of people's lives, and his empathetic lead has one of the biggest hearts in modern literature."
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"To say McCall Smith is a literary phenomenon doesn't quite describe what has happened. He has become more of a movement, a worldwide club for the dissemination of gentle wisdom and good cheer."
"--The Telegraph
""McCall Smith has few peers in capturing the quiet moments of people's lives, and his empathetic lead has one of the biggest hearts in modern literature."
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* Mma Ramotswe's thirteenth adventure; published in Little, Brown hardback
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
By Izzy
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I agree with previous reviewers that the latest Mma Ramotswe offering is much better than the previous two in this long series. The gentle humour and simple storyline are a pleasure to read. Mma Makutsi is evidently getting ideas above her station now that she is married to a wealthy man, and the small jibes between herself and Mma Ramotswe are very amusing. highly recommended.
my only small issue is with the size of the hardback book. I have the whole series on my bookshelf, and this volume is larger than the others and the cover is from a different designer. I would have preferred all the books to have been the same size.
my only small issue is with the size of the hardback book. I have the whole series on my bookshelf, and this volume is larger than the others and the cover is from a different designer. I would have preferred all the books to have been the same size.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Jen 24
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These are my favourite of the all the series McCall Smith writes, there is something so gentle and calming about them. The characters are wonderful and I like how the stories reflect philosophy of life. I enjoyed 'meeting' Clovis Andersen and the counting of how many cups of tea are drunk. Sheer enjoyment!
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I have followed the adventures of Mma Ramotswe and the collection of colourful Botswana characters through the previous 12 volumes in the series, and was beginning to think that, with the latest two volumes in the series in particular, AMS was starting to run out of steam. So I'm delighted to report that Volume 13 is a very strong addition to the series.
Mma Ramotswe finally meets Clovis Andersen, the author of the famous (or not so famous) 'Principles of private detection', and join forces to assist Mma Potokwani. Fanwell runs into a spot of bother with the law, and Mma Makutsi (or should I say Radiphuti)and her husband Phuti decide to have a house built.
This book is full of all the usual innocent charm, observational humour, and the typical dialogue to make the reader smile, which is the trademark of the series. And the tiny white van is still running too.
An excellent addition to the series and a return to top form. Fans of the series are sure to enjoy it!
Mma Ramotswe finally meets Clovis Andersen, the author of the famous (or not so famous) 'Principles of private detection', and join forces to assist Mma Potokwani. Fanwell runs into a spot of bother with the law, and Mma Makutsi (or should I say Radiphuti)and her husband Phuti decide to have a house built.
This book is full of all the usual innocent charm, observational humour, and the typical dialogue to make the reader smile, which is the trademark of the series. And the tiny white van is still running too.
An excellent addition to the series and a return to top form. Fans of the series are sure to enjoy it!
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I've read a couple of other books in this series, and having just finished the humorous detective story, SOFT IN THE MIDDLE,(set in a Water Company in the UK! Read more
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Another Great read from McCall Smith
Magical as all No.1 Ladies' Detective stories, just a little more predictable than usual, otherwise it would have earned 5 stars!
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Love this series and this is one of the best. Had me giggling quietly to myself. Characters are so endearing, touches the heart.
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Another good read from Alexander McCall Smith having read most of his books and will continue to read future books
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like meeting old friends
As always beautifully written,gently humourous and full of understanding and forgiveness.The author provokes us to be gentle and to not condemn without full consideration. Read more
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Great book and great read!!
This was a lovely book and was up to Alexander McCall Smiths usual standard! Well done!
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I couldn't put it down as I read about where the different characters were going!! Read more
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The nicest series of books ever written
No author in my opinion has ever created such likeable characters. I want to meet them and be their friend. Read more
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I enjoyed this next book in the series. It was quite a while ago that I read the last one, so it was quite nice to come back to some old characters. Read more
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another great read from AMS
I have enjoyed all the books in this series and Alexander M Smith never fails to deliver with great story lines. Can't wait for the next one.
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Another good read
As ever this No 1 Ladies Detective Agency has a sense of realism, fun and is a good easy read - great for relaxing with!
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