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Readers everywhere have been captivated by the New York Times best-selling No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, from award-winning wit Alexander McCall Smith. Mma Ramotswe is very busy. She has a full caseload at the agency, there's been an intruder in her home, and her unfortunate past has returned to haunt her. Maybe it's a good thing her husband, Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni, is too distracted to notice. For it seems one of his apprentices has run off with an older woman!
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"I just love this series of Alexander's books. Each one just transports you to the dusty roads, slow-moving town and people of Gabarone. A few new characters entered this book who I hope remain, one being the man who will be Mma Makutsi's husband. Also Alexander ends his books with a great life lesson......."and now there was somebody to whom she could give this love, and that, she knew was good; for that is what redeems us, that is what makes our pain and sorrow bearable - this giving of love to others, this sharing of the heart.""
— Barb (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Examines the mystery of human relationships and the power of goodness in our lives…McCall Smith’s Africa, land of mopipi trees and lebolobolo snakes, feels both exotic and deeply familiar.”
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“This sweet, sage novel will leave you feeling calmer and more centered by the time you’re through.”
— Entertainment Weekly -
“Another winner, brimming with poetic descriptions of Botswana, pitch-perfect assessments of human foibles, and sensible resolutions reached over steaming cups of bush tea. By turns laugh-out-loud funny and quietly profound, these life-affirming mysteries are fine company, indeed.”
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“The finest hour yet for Botswana’s No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency…Smith maintains the most civilized standards in the annals of detective fiction.”
— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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A USA Today bestseller
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A New York Times bestseller
In the Company of Cheerful Ladies Listener Reviews
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" Different continent for me. Very interesting. "
— Debbie, 2/6/2014 -
" This is not quite as good as the others, but satisfying nonetheless. "
— eva, 2/5/2014 -
" This was one of the most enjoyable books I've read in the series. In fact I'd say that it is my second favorite, next to the first vilume. The depth of emotion and and instances of anticipation surpass all of the other volumes. "
— Bev, 2/3/2014 -
" I really love this series. I love the characters, I love the setting, I love the plot, I love the writing style -- this series is literary perfection! "
— Miss, 1/30/2014 -
" Another sweet bok with great characters and some good laughs. "
— Maura, 1/23/2014 -
" One of the better ones in the series. More drama, mystery and interesting characters. "
— Joel, 1/21/2014 -
" Just starting the book....but I know I can always rely on Mma Romostwe! "
— Fran, 1/18/2014 -
" I love the addition of Phuti Radiphuti ;) "
— Mistie, 11/30/2013 -
" This is no. 6 - I'll keep reading them as long as he keeps writing them. They are fairly quick, light reads. "
— Kris, 11/3/2013 -
" Always interesting. "
— Louann, 11/1/2013 -
" I love this whole Ladies Number 1 Detective series--I especially like the emphasis on human reactions and paying attention to the details as being the secret to success of Madame Ramotse's business "
— Catherine, 10/10/2013 -
" This 6th installment of the series was one of the best yet. This one definitely kept me engrossed, and now I have to find out what happens in the next book asap. "
— Danielle, 10/8/2013 -
" De boekenserie blijft onderhoudend en nog leerzaam ook als het gaat om ethische vraagstukken, opgelost door vrouwenwijsheid.. Op naar de volgende! "
— Saskia, 10/7/2013 -
" One of the more interesting books in the series so far - lots of fun! "
— Brooke, 9/11/2013 -
" I want to go to Botswana. "
— Elise, 8/10/2013 -
" With the renting of Mr JLB Matekoni' house turning out badly, one of his mechanic apprentices running off with a rich lady, Mma Makutsi taking a dance class, and Mma Ramotswe being visited by a threatening man from her past, I found this book to be a very entertaining one in the series. "
— Linda, 4/15/2013 -
" A mystery man and a pumpkin start off the sixth installment of Mma Ramotwse and Mma Makatsui sherlock-holmse-ing in Boswana. Little surprises good and bad are encountered and sure to entertain. "
— VWrulesChick, 2/4/2013 -
" I am loving this series more with each book I read. Feels like I am transported to Africa. "
— Shari, 11/4/2012 -
" Delightful & polite characters; wonderful reader! "
— Leslie, 9/5/2012 -
" Another delightful novel in the series. "
— Karen, 2/5/2012 -
" I just finished this book. I love Alexander McCall Smith. He's really easy to read and his mysteries are not gruesome murders (which I also tend to enjoy), but simple every-day type problems. Love it! "
— Elizabeth, 1/11/2012 -
" Precious Ramotswe series makes me smile. I love to read this series. They are easy to read and extremely uplifting. "
— JoLyn, 12/15/2011 -
" I've always enjoyed these stories but for some reason this moved me more and made me laugh harder than any of the others. "
— Mindy, 12/9/2011 -
" My favorite of the series so far. I love the focus on the relationships in this book. "
— DeLys, 11/11/2011 -
" Such an enjoyable book and series. Easy to read and the main characters are so warm, inviting and memorable. You just want to keep coming back for more and more. I think I have read only ine other series. This one is truly enjoyable. "
— Kathy, 6/17/2011 -
" Definitely one of my favorites in the series. The characters grew quite a bit in this one and there were some delightful surprises as well. "
— Keri-Lynn, 6/14/2011 -
" Good story. I enjoy this author and this series. Note returns and Mma Ramotswe deals with him, Mma Makutsi takes dancing lessons. "
— Sandy, 6/13/2011 -
" A lovely, gentle book with wonderful characterisation. Take your time with this book, it is not one to be hurried. "
— Jonathan, 6/8/2011 -
" This is such an amazing series with great characters, interesting plot twists and always a happy ending. :o) "
— Emily, 6/5/2011 -
" My favorite so far of the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series. "
— Linda, 6/4/2011 -
" This is the 6th book in the author's No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, and it is every bit as good as the first 5. I just love Mma Ramotswe and Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni. It's Grace Makutsi's turn to find a little love, and I can't wait to find out what happens next! "
— Marie, 5/31/2011 -
" Always a delight to spend a little time with Mma Ramatose. "
— Jennifer, 5/13/2011 -
" In the 6th novel of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, the past comes back to haunt Precious Ramotswe, while Mma Makutsi discovers a new love of dancing. It's a good continuation of the existing saga of the agency. "
— Marissa, 5/6/2011 -
" Another book set in Botswana with the main character a lady who solves mysteries. None of them are murders, so the story goes pretty smoothly. Instead Precious is able to solve a bigamy, false ID and illegal gambling cases. "
— Carmen, 5/5/2011 -
" This one was pretty slow and not much of a mystery, but the languid pace is something that McCall Smith does very well. "
— Elizabeth, 4/28/2011 -
" The wisdom, kindness, and strength of Precious Ramotswe inspires me! "
— Carmen, 4/25/2011 -
" Another breezy, fun book from the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series. "
— Jessica, 4/25/2011
About Alexander McCall Smith
Alexander McCall Smith is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous novels, including the No.1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, the Isabel Dalhousie series, 44 Scotland Street novels, Corduroy Mansions series, the Perfect Passion Company novels, and more. He has also written stand-alone novels, books for children, and nonfiction works. In 2004 he was named the British Book Awards Author of the Year and Booksellers Association Author of the Year. He is professor emeritus of medical law at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland and has served with many national and international organizations concerned with bioethics. He was born in what is now known as Zimbabwe and taught law at the University of Botswana.