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The Discreet Charm of the Big Bad Wolf

By Alexander McCall Smith
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The Discreet Charm of the Big Bad Wolf by Alexander McCall Smith is a charming and whimsical tale that follows a detective with a flair for the unconventional. As he navigates life's small mysteries, he finds humour and wisdom in the mundane. This general fiction novel blends light-hearted detective work with subtle social observations, offering a delightful escape into a world where life's peculiarities are both celebrated and unravelled.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate witty storytelling and charmingly quirky characters. It's perfect for readers who love a blend of humour and introspection, wrapped in a delightful narrative that explores human nature with warmth and wit. Fans of Alexander McCall Smith's engaging writing style will find this novel particularly appealing.

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The Discreet Charm of the Big Bad Wolf

In the hilarious new novel in the best-selling Detective Varg series, Ulf Varg will need to resolve both a sensitive crime and his own delicate dilemma in the hopes of preserving the peace.

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In the hilarious new novel in the best-selling Detective Varg series, Ulf Varg will need to resolve both a sensitive crime and his own delicate dilemma in the hopes of preserving the peace.

The Department of Sensitive Crimes is downsizing in light of a recent downturn of sensitive crime, and staff members are wondering who among them will be transferred elsewhere. As the bickering between colleagues intensifies, Ulf tries his best to stay above the fray. But when Anna, a longtime friend and coworker, appears to blame him for an old case that went sideways, it seems she may be putting her own job prospects above their friendship.

In the midst of all this, Ulf embarks on an important inquiry: a man's cabin has mysteriously disappeared and Ulf is tasked with finding out what happened. How exactly does one steal a house? And, more to the point, how does one track down a stolen house? Meanwhile, a promising veterinary treatment for deafness in dogs has been announced, and Ulf's dog, Martin, might be the perfect patient.

This latest novel is another masterful, farcical installment in the series that defines the genre that Alexander McCall Smith is singlehandedly championing: Scandi blanc.

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The Discreet Charm of the Big Bad Wolf by Alexander McCall Smith is praised for its humour, farcical elements, and insightful reflections on human nature. It's an entertaining and escapist read that combines mystery with light-hearted musings. The book features Swedish detective Ulf Varg in a quirky police department setting, offering a cosy mystery experience with engaging subplots, devoid of typical clichés.

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ISBN: 9780349146034

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Abacus

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 224

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Alexander McCall Smith Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction

About the Author

Alexander McCall Smith is the author of over one hundred books on a wide array of subjects, including the award-winning The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series. He is also the author of the Isabel Dalhousie novels and the world's longest-running serial novel, 44 Scotland Street. His books have been translated into forty-six languages. Alexander McCall Smith is Professor Emeritus of Medical Law at the University of Edinburgh and holds honorary doctorates from thirteen universities. He was knighted by the King in 2024.

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