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Botswana's Precious Ramotswe investigates a mystery that hits close to home. She asks her husband, Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni, to fix her tiny van, but instead he sells it and buys her something more modern. When she tries to track down the van to buy it back, s
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"As always - like sporting that comfortable old sweater and curling up on a couch. I'm getting so close to the end... not sure how many more of these my library has. I will have to let these rest for a bit as I think they are only 2 more out in print with more to come of course."
— Stephanie (4 out of 5 stars)
Tea Time for the Traditionally Built Listener Reviews
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" Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi of the No. 1 Ladies'Detective Agency do it again. It's so rare to see compassion on the page. Yet Alexander McCall Smith manages, again and again. A charming, comfortable kind of book, like sitting down with a friend and drinking bush tea. "
— Shelley, 2/15/2014 -
" The Ladies detective agency series is like a comfy pair of slippers to me. Always a pleasure. Not very taxing but always enjoyable. "
— HD, 2/15/2014 -
" Another delightful ramble through Botswana, this time with 2 real puzzles to work out. I love this series! "
— Nicole, 2/11/2014 -
" I'm sad to say good bye to Precious but I'll reread all ten some day in the future. "
— Pat, 2/11/2014 -
" gentle funny book "
— Julianne, 1/28/2014 -
" If you have only read Alexander McCall Smith books about the No.1 Ladies Detective Agency I recomment at least trying one of the audio book of the series. The language is wonderful and when I read the books I did not get the beauty of the language like you can on the audio. "
— Linda, 1/28/2014 -
" Enjoy the series. It was a typical Ladies Detective Agency story. "
— Diane, 1/24/2014 -
" audio - read by Lisette Lecat. Really good! "
— Judy, 1/18/2014 -
" The first book I read in the series. Just as charming as advertised. Having watched the HBO series, I can't help seeing the actors playing each character in my mind's eye as I read this series. "
— Amanda, 1/16/2014 -
" one of the sweetest of the series and I've met several of the people so that makes it lots of fun. "
— Abby, 1/14/2014 -
" I actually have listened to this whole series on my iPod. Pure escapism. "
— Tricia, 1/3/2014 -
" These books are always a treat - something I look forward to enjoying each summer. "
— Brandy, 12/31/2013 -
" I really do like Precious.... "
— Tes, 12/30/2013 -
" I felt I was seeing the world through the eyes of a African. It was funny and insightful. I just had a hard time really getting into the plot. "
— Vicki, 12/8/2013 -
" The (current) last of the series.... I'm going to have to investigate the rest of his series, to see if I enjoy them as much. "
— Marjorie, 10/30/2013 -
" Another terrific No ! Ladies' Dectective Agency mystery. Easy reading, but a great picture of Botswana culture and view of life--a different take on Africa. "
— Ma'lis, 8/9/2013 -
" If you like any of the books in this series, you'll probably like this one. Reading these books is calming & meditative. I love the everyday philosophy of life. "
— Kerry, 3/30/2013 -
" Just as wonderful as the preceding books in the series. Mma Makutsi's rival, Violet, is back again, and up to no good, and the tiny white van cannot run for much longer, due to "distribution of load". "
— Elizabeth, 7/31/2012 -
" Tenth in the series about The Number One Ladies Detective Agency in Botswana. Not a lot happens in these books, but this volume is as delightful and endearing as the others. "
— Janna, 7/8/2012 -
" I always love these books "
— Sarah, 4/10/2012 -
" I just love Precious Ramotswe "
— Melissa, 2/24/2012 -
" I love the simplicity of these books. I always feel refreshed after reading them. And I think it hilarious that they are always in the "mystery" section at the library/bookstore. "
— Anna, 1/3/2012 -
" That Mma Makutsi is such a card! "
— Lorene, 10/11/2011 -
" Good, though not my favorite of the series. "
— Sharon, 10/9/2011 -
" If you have a chance, listen to Alexander McCall Smith's "No. 1 Detective Agency" series on audio book. Lisette Lecat narrates the wonderful stories about the daily life of Precious Ramotswe, lady detective in hot and dusty Botswana. And her African accent makes the books! "
— MaryLou, 9/15/2011 -
" Another absolutely brilliant book. Full of warmth and humour. Hope there are yet more to come. "
— Lisa, 7/21/2011 -
" <br/>As with all of this author's books, this is gentle, thought-provoking and absolutely delightful. If you want sweet dreams, read Alexander McCall Smith at bedtime. "
— Genine, 6/28/2011 -
" Good as always with this series... "
— Debby, 6/24/2011 -
" This was a little slow. Cute and clean. "
— Bettie, 6/22/2011 -
" I really enjoyed all of these Smith books... I could hear their accents as they spoke, I felt the heat of their location and I was part of their lives (and they were part of mine). "
— Suzanne, 6/18/2011 -
" I really enjoy the dialogue between Precious and her secretary, and although Precious isn't an actual person, reading these novels makes me wish she were. I'd love to sit down and talk and biscuits with her! "
— Lesa, 6/16/2011 -
" Charming as always but the actual mystery was not as engaging as in previous books. "
— Girlbartending, 6/15/2011 -
" I really love this series. The heroine is so real!<br/> "
— Mayde, 6/12/2011 -
" I really enjoyed this book. Was a really good summer read. Had a little bit of romance and mystery intertwined this time. "
— Suzanne, 6/6/2011 -
" Nice comfortable read as usual. This is a feel good series. "
— Lee, 5/14/2011 -
" I love these books, detective story/cultural window to another place. This one deals with fewer mysteries and spends more time on character development. "
— Patty, 5/10/2011 -
" Some good character development in this one - we learn the name of the 2nd apprentice - and meet his family. Slow-paced but lots happening -as usual. "
— Liz, 4/24/2011 -
" The dialect took a little bit to get used to, but I enjoyed listening once I adjusted... a nice, non-violent mystery and introduction to Botswana, it's dialect, etc. Definitely a 'good listen'! "
— Barbara, 4/21/2011 -
" Another in the series from this prolific writer, whose tales are like comfort food. "
— Linda, 4/21/2011 -
" Read this book off of a recommendation from one of my favorite professors. It definitely kept me entertained, kind of a breezy read. "
— Heather, 4/21/2011 -
" Such wonderful wisdom in a sweet story. "
— Janet, 4/21/2011
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.