The House of Unexpected Sisters
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4.4 • 42 Ratings
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- $11.99
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- $11.99
Publisher Description
THE EIGHTEENTH BOOK IN THE BELOVED NO. 1 LADIES' DETECTIVE AGENCY SERIES
The one with the other Mma Ramotswe . . .
The dismissal of an employee at a thriving local business leads to an investigation by Precious Ramotswe and self-appointed Principal Investigating Officer Grace Makutsi. But Mma Ramotswe also has to contend with the re-appearance of her ex-husband, and the arrival of a long-lost relation: another Mma Ramotswe. Can Precious draw on her strength, compassion and powers of detection to manage these surprises from the past?
'A delight' Daily Telegraph
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
The case of Charity Mompoloki, who claims she was fired unjustly from her job at an office supply company in Gaborone, Botswana, preoccupies Precious Ramotswe and her ambitious assistant, Grace Makutsi, who now styles herself principal investigating officer, in Smith's pleasing, leisurely paced 18th No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency novel (after 2016's Precious and Grace). Charity was charged with having been rude to a customer, but might her male boss have had devious reasons for getting rid of her? Meanwhile, Precious's disreputable ex-husband, trumpet player Note Mokoti, has resurfaced in Gaborone. And Precious's chance discovery of a hitherto-unknown relative, a nurse named Mingie Ramotswe, initially causes her a great deal of angst. Precious, who's so good at helping others in need, suddenly has serious personal problems, and her gentle husband, Mr. J.L.B. Maketoni, can provide only limited solace. On the way to the surprising resolution, Smith delivers some important lessons about human frailty and the value of charity.
Customer Reviews
Wonderful as always!
AMS can do no wrong for me. I adore Precious and her love of life. I always feel better for having read about her. AMS is a master - his simple language is so rich in imagery that I feel as if I know Botswana and all the characters in the book. Looking forward to the next book already!
The House of Unexpected Sisters
Alexander McCall Smith's latest No 1 Ladies Detective series is one of the best. His characters never fail to move me, make me laugh and most importantly they motivate me to reflect on the meaning of life and my own place in it. All this wrapped up in intrigue and the beautifully described landscape of Botswana. Keep them coming AMC, your novels are an island of reflection and care in a fast paced and hard edged world.
Mandy from Medina