The Comforts of a Muddy Saturday Audiobook

" I have read every book in this series, and with each one, my disappointment grows, although this book was better then the last (The Careful Use of Compliments). I tend to be wary of books written by men from a woman's perspective, but McCall Smith did so well initially. My main dissatisfaction stems from Charlie, Isabel's baby, and the unrealistic way he is characterized. Since Charlie was born, he apparently has only cried once. Otherwise, he is the most easy-going, pleasant baby... Either McCall Smith has no experiences with babies or he is totally disinterested in how a baby will actually fit in a busy woman's life. I would much rather see Isabel experience the reality of children, or not have had a child at all. She was a fantastic character without her unplanned pregnancy. "

" Not quite the #1 Ladies Detective Agency, but an enjoyable series. "

" These books are such a treat. The perfect antidote to a bad mood. "

" This is one of those series that you don't need to read the books in order. It helps, but not necessary. It's a nice, easy series. And since the protagonist is a philosopher, there's a lot of internal thought dialog to mull over. But since Isabel is a smart, educated, capable woman, it kind of bugged me how needy she became in this installment. Yes, love makes us kind of crazy, but it seemed out of character. I did like how often she would quote poetry. Maybe I should memorize more poetry in my spare time... "

" This series is not as good as the No 1 Ladies Detective Agency series or the 44 Scotland St series. It is a decent read if you lower your expectations a bit from those series. "

" first book I've read by McCall Smith, grabbed from the Speed Reads shelf of my local library. Parts were intriguing, but I tired of Isabel's constant pondering--of everything. And what's with the relationship with Jamie? I did not have a good sense of character or place when I had finished; it was a so-so plane ride read! "

" Reading these books is a damn fine way to pass the morning, but nothing more than that. "

" Just so enjoyable and comforting that you could never dislike it. "

" Delightful. Now what do I read? "

" Next in the series - always enjoy - keep writing Mr McCall Smith. "

" Love this Isabel Dalhousie series almost as much as No. Ladies Detective Agency. Very comfortable read. "

" It was good. Another moral dilemna for Isabel Dalhousie. Not as good as the previous book, but still an enjoyable read. "

" I'm in love with Alexander McCall Smith, right down to the photo on the back cover. He's wearing a kilt. "

" I want to read the rest of the books in this series. I didn't think I would like them, but I find that I do. "

" Not as good as the previous Isabel Dalhousie books, I thought. Isabel continues to be obsessed with being the older woman. Get over it! "

" Another good installment. Much better mystery in this one than in some! "

" I love his books;great characters and believable plots with people like us. Another Isabel Dalhousie (the main character in many books) book. "

" A good book. I actually like the development of the main character in this series more than the plots, but either way the books are enjoyable. "

" This is the last one published in this series! I can't wait for the next novel to appear. :) "

" Such a lovely way to return to Edinburgh; even though he forgets to tell us it is cold and rainy every day. "

" Just a nice, comfortable read. "

" I enjoyed the No. 1 Ladies Detective agency series much better! "

" I was disappointed with the book. I have enjoyed Smith's other novels but this left me feeling I had spent a wasteful time "

" Smith is addictive. Will there be a no.6? "

" Is it just me, or are Alexander McCall Smith's novels crawling with smugness? Or is it just cosiness? Who are all these people who populate his stories? I never get to meet such types. Can anyone from Edinburgh enlighten me? Are they real? "

" I like McCalls No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, but could not get into this one. Isabel just spent to much time worrying about everything. "

" This was an good listen for a commute... easy on the ears with an interesting, non-violent mystery. "

" Another of the Isabel Dalhousie books. I love them because of their great descriptions of Scotland and especially Edinburgh, a beautiful city. "

" I'm enjoying this series more with each book. "

" I really love Alexander McCall Smith's style. It's so gentle and absorbing -perfect reading for a sunny day like today! "

" A touch disappointing in some ways as I have loved this series.I found Isabel slightly annoying this time; she was always so unsure of herself and slightly stuffy. She needed to get a backbone. It was hard in this book to picture her as someone in her 40's. "

" It's all been said. I love Isabel Dalhousie, and plan to visit her in Edinburgh.<br/><br/>Alexander McCall Smith is a humble genius of our time. Ahhh. "

" I am impressed how Alexander McCall Smith can continue to write several different series with such good form. The Isabel Dalhousie books are my favorite. "

" Another fun and mildly thought provoking installment of Isabelle's life. "

" I enjoyed this latest installment of The Sunday Philosophy Series very much. I love Isabel Dalhousie’s internal monologues as she weighs different courses of action as to which is most ethical. "