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The Enigma of Garlic

A 44 Scotland Street Novel
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The Enigma of Garlic by Alexander McCall Smith is a delightful exploration of life and relationships in Edinburgh. This novel follows the charming misadventures and daily challenges faced by a cast of engaging characters, interwoven with humour and warmth. The story delves into the quirky problems of its residents, reflecting on trust, love, and the complexities of modern life.
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This charming and witty tale may appeal to you if you enjoy delightful character-driven stories set in Edinburgh, interwoven with humour and gentle observations on life's quirks. Alexander McCall Smith's storytelling is sure to captivate fans of light, feel-good fiction that explores human relationships with warmth and wisdom.

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The Enigma of Garlic

Come and discoverThe Enigma of Garlicand join the delightful denizens of Edinburgh's most famous address. This latest instalment of the much-loved44 Scotland Streetseries is wise, witty, and full of warmth.

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It's the most anticipated event of the decade: Big Lou and Fat Bob's wedding and everyone is invited! After a wonderful day, Big Lou crashes back down to earth and finds that she is a victim of her own success. The lure of those famous bacon rolls is preventing her from leaving hungry customers without their daily dose of deliciousnessβ€”even to go for a long-awaited honeymoon. Will Big Lou find the happiness she so richly deserves? Everyone in Scotland Street hopes so, but, as Burns warned, the best laid plans...

The relative peace and tranquillity of 44 Scotland Street is about to be disrupted. Irene is to return for a two-month stay, consigning Bertie to a summer camp. Not satisfied with that, she somehow manages to come between the enigmatic nun, Sister Maria-Fiore dei Fiori di Montagna, and her friend, the hagiographer, Antonia Collie.

Can a person really change, even after being struck by lightning? Bruce's metamorphosis and new-found outlook on life is put to the test as he prepares to leave his creature comforts for the monastic simplicity of Pluscarden Abbey. His house sitter, meanwhile, gets a little too comfortable in his new life and discovers that the talented Bruce Anderson's shoes are all too easy to slip into. With great taste comes great responsibility.

Come and discover The Enigma of Garlic and join the delightful denizens of Edinburgh's most famous address. This latest instalment of the much-loved 44 Scotland Street series is wise, witty, and full of warmth.

Series: 44 Scotland Street

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The Enigma of Garlic by Alexander McCall Smith is praised for its wisdom, humour, and insightful exploration of the human heart. The book artfully weaves multiple plots in a way that remains reflective and reliable, perfectly tailored for a cosy read on a winter's evening. It’s celebrated for its gentle humour and forms part of the prolific author's ongoing literary success in the Scotland Street series.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781846975905

Publisher: Birlinn General

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 November 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Polygon An Imprint of Birlinn Limited

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 425g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Alexander McCall Smithis the author of the highly successfulNo. 1 Ladies' Detective Agencyseries, which has sold over twenty-five million copies. Since then he has devoted his time to the writing of fiction and has seen his various series of books translated into over forty-six languages and become bestsellers throughout the world. These include the44 Scotland Streetnovels, first published as a serial novel in theScotsman, theIsabel Dalhousienovels, theVon Igelfeldseries and theCorduroy Mansionsnovels.

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