Tears of the Giraffe

Name: Tears of the Giraffe
Brand: Little, Brown Book Group
SKU: 9780349116655
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The multi-million copy bestselling No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series

By Alexander McCall Smith

Series: No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

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( 58,890 ratings, 3,516 reviews)

Summary

Tears of the Giraffe continues the adventures of Precious Ramotswe, who runs the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana. This time, she investigates a long-standing mystery surrounding a missing man while juggling her personal life as she prepares for marriage. As always, the novel is infused with warmth, wit, and a deep appreciation for the gentle complexities of everyday life in Botswana.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy gentle mysteries with a touch of African charm and a strong, intuitive female protagonist. Set in Botswana, it combines warm humour and keen insights into human nature, offering a delightful exploration of moral dilemmas and cultural nuances. The narrative beautifully captures the setting and presents intriguing cases solved with wisdom and grace.

Tears of the Giraffe

The second book in the multi-million copy bestselling No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series

* Highly original 'detective' stories with unique setting and characters

Description

The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency introduced the world to the one and only Precious Ramotswe - the engaging and sassy owner of Botswana's only detective agency. Tears of the Giraffe, McCall Smith's second book, takes us further into this world as we follow Mama Ramotswe into more daring situations.

Among her cases this time are wayward wives, unscrupulous maids, and the challenge to resolve a mother's pain for her son who is long lost on the African plains. Indeed, Mma Ramotswe's own impending marriage to the most gentlemanly of men, Mr J.L.B. Matekoni, the promotion of Mma's secretary to the dizzy heights of Assistant Detective, and the arrival of new members to the Matekoni family, all brew up the most humorous and charmingly entertaining of tales.

Tears of the Giraffe was selected as one of the Guardian's top ten 'Fiction Paperbacks of the Year, 2000.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Tears of the Giraffe by Alexander McCall Smith has been praised for its soothing and hopeful nature. The narrative features one of modern fiction's most memorable heroines, with Mma Ramotswe likened to the Miss Marple of Botswana. Reviews highlight the book as a delightful and enthralling read, offering smart, sassy storytelling that amuses and touches the heart. The author's gentle satire contributes to its reputation as a comforting read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349116655

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 August 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Abacus

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 219.0mm

Height: 162.0mm

Weight: 182g

Pages: 224

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Alexander McCall Smith Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Series: No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

About the Author

Alexander McCall Smith is a Professor of Medical Law as well as the author of over 50 books from FORENSIC ASPECTS OF SLEEP to THE CRIMINAL LAW OF BOTSWANA, THE PERFECT HAMBURGER (for children) to PORTUGUESE IRREGULAR VERBS (short stories).