Woman Who Walked in Sunshine by Alexander McCall Smith (2015, Hardcover)

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PublisherKnopf Doubleday Publishing Group
ISBN-10030791156X
ISBN-139780307911568
eBay Product ID (ePID)14038303179

Product Key Features

Book TitleWoman Who Walked in Sunshine
Number of Pages224 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2015
TopicContemporary Women, Mystery & Detective / Women Sleuths, Mystery & Detective / Private Investigators, Humorous / General
GenreFiction
AuthorAlexander McCall Smith
Book SeriesNo. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Ser.
FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height1 in
Item Length9.5 in
Item Width6.4 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2015-020688
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"Enchanting. . . . As usual, Smith's blend of gentle humor and insights into human nature is irresistible." -- Publishers Weekly Praise for Alexander McCall Smith and the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series: "Calling Precious Ramotswe, owner and chief investigator of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana, a detective doesn't do her justice. 'Problem solver extraordinaire' would be much better. Mma Ramotswe . . . treats a whole range of human difficulties as they come her way, finding good solutions through her wisdom, kindness, and tact." -- Booklist   "McCall Smith's plots offer wit, charm, and intrigue in equal doses." --Richmond Times-Dispatch   "Enchanting . . . An inspiration to us all . . . The sweet, chuckling voice of Precious Ramotswe falls gentle on the ear." -- The New York Times Book Review   "A vivid observer and an elegant writer." -- The Plain Dealer   "An oasis . . . Full of wit, nuance, and caring." -- Chicago Sun-Times   "The pleasure of these sweet books lies in the clarity and gravity with which the characters reason through everyday dilemmas." -- Entertainment Weekly   "Enthralling . . . Mma Ramotswe is someone readers can't help but love." --USA Today, "Enchanting. . . . As usual, Smith's blend of gentle humor and insights into human nature is irresistible." -- Publishers Weekly "The sixteenth installment of the internationally bestselling No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series again showcases the boundless compassion, humor, and occasional wiliness of the agency's founder, the 'traditionally built' Mma Precious Ramotswe. . . . The title comes from Precious's reflection that she, blessed by the love of her husband, the proprietor of Tlokweng Road Speedy Motors, walks in sunshine. Readers of this and the whole series will feel similarly blessed." -- Booklist (starred review) Praise for Alexander McCall Smith and the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series: "Calling Precious Ramotswe, owner and chief investigator of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana, a detective doesn't do her justice. 'Problem solver extraordinaire' would be much better. Mma Ramotswe . . . treats a whole range of human difficulties as they come her way, finding good solutions through her wisdom, kindness, and tact." -- Booklist   "McCall Smith's plots offer wit, charm, and intrigue in equal doses." --Richmond Times-Dispatch   "Enchanting . . . An inspiration to us all . . . The sweet, chuckling voice of Precious Ramotswe falls gentle on the ear." -- The New York Times Book Review   "A vivid observer and an elegant writer." -- The Plain Dealer   "An oasis . . . Full of wit, nuance, and caring." -- Chicago Sun-Times   "The pleasure of these sweet books lies in the clarity and gravity with which the characters reason through everyday dilemmas." -- Entertainment Weekly   "Enthralling . . . Mma Ramotswe is someone readers can't help but love." --USA Today, Praise for Alexander McCall Smith and the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series: "Calling Precious Ramotswe, owner and chief investigator of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana, a detective doesn't do her justice. 'Problem solver extraordinaire' would be much better. Mma Ramotswe . . . treats a whole range of human diffi culties as they come her way, finding good solutions through her wisdom, kindness, and tact." -- Booklist   "McCall Smith's plots offer wit, charm, and intrigue in equal doses." --Richmond Times-Dispatch   "Enchanting . . . An inspiration to us all . . . The sweet, chuckling voice of Precious Ramotswe falls gentle on the ear." -- The New York Times Book Review   "A vivid observer and an elegant writer." -- The Plain Dealer   "An oasis . . . Full of wit, nuance, and caring." -- Chicago Sun-Times   "The pleasure of these sweet books lies in the clarity and gravity with which the characters reason through everyday dilemmas." -- Entertainment Weekly   "Enthralling . . . Mma Ramotswe is someone readers can't help but love." --USA Today, "Enchanting. . . . As usual, Smith's blend of gentle humor and insights into human nature is irresistible." -- Publishers Weekly Praise for Alexander McCall Smith and the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series: "Calling Precious Ramotswe, owner and chief investigator of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana, a detective doesn't do her justice. 'Problem solver extraordinaire' would be much better. Mma Ramotswe . . . treats a whole range of human diffi culties as they come her way, finding good solutions through her wisdom, kindness, and tact." -- Booklist   "McCall Smith's plots offer wit, charm, and intrigue in equal doses." --Richmond Times-Dispatch   "Enchanting . . . An inspiration to us all . . . The sweet, chuckling voice of Precious Ramotswe falls gentle on the ear." -- The New York Times Book Review   "A vivid observer and an elegant writer." -- The Plain Dealer   "An oasis . . . Full of wit, nuance, and caring." -- Chicago Sun-Times   "The pleasure of these sweet books lies in the clarity and gravity with which the characters reason through everyday dilemmas." -- Entertainment Weekly   "Enthralling . . . Mma Ramotswe is someone readers can't help but love." --USA Today, Praise for the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series: "Enchanting . . . An inspiration to us all . . . The sweet, chuckling voice of Precious Ramotswe falls gentle on the ear." -- The New York Times Book Review "Endearing . . . The long-running series has lost none of its gentleness or its love for Botswana." -- The Christian Science Monitor, "Enchanting. . . . As usual, Smith's blend of gentle humor and insights into human nature is irresistible." -- Publishers Weekly "The sixteenth installment of the internationally bestselling No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series again showcases the boundless compassion, humor, and occasional wiliness of the agency's founder, the 'traditionally built' Mma Precious Ramotswe. . . . The title comes from Precious's reflection that she, blessed by the love of her husband, the proprietor of Tlokweng Road Speedy Motors, walks in sunshine. Readers of this and the whole series will feel similarly blessed." -- Booklist (starred review) Praise for Alexander McCall Smith and the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series: "Calling Precious Ramotswe, owner and chief investigator of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana, a detective doesn't do her justice. 'Problem solver extraordinaire' would be much better. Mma Ramotswe . . . treats a whole range of human difficulties as they come her way, finding good solutions through her wisdom, kindness, and tact." -- Booklist "McCall Smith's plots offer wit, charm, and intrigue in equal doses." --Richmond Times-Dispatch "Enchanting . . . An inspiration to us all . . . The sweet, chuckling voice of Precious Ramotswe falls gentle on the ear." -- The New York Times Book Review "A vivid observer and an elegant writer." -- The Plain Dealer "An oasis . . . Full of wit, nuance, and caring." -- Chicago Sun-Times "The pleasure of these sweet books lies in the clarity and gravity with which the characters reason through everyday dilemmas." -- Entertainment Weekly "Enthralling . . . Mma Ramotswe is someone readers can't help but love." --USA Today
Series Volume Number16
Dewey Decimal823/.914
SynopsisIn this latest installment of the beloved and best-selling series, Mma Ramotswe must contend with her greatest challenge yet--a vacation Business is slow at the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, so slow in fact that for the first time in her estimable career Precious Ramotswe has reluctantly agreed to take a holiday. The promise of a week of uninterrupted peace is short-lived, however, when she meets a young boy named Samuel, a troublemaker who is himself in some trouble. Once she learns more about Samuel's sad story, Mma Ramotswe feels compelled to step in and help him find his way out of a bad situation. Despite this unexpected diversion, Mma Ramotswe still finds herself concerned about how the agency is faring in her absence. Her worries grow when she hears that Mma Makutsi is handling a new and rather complicated case. A well-respected Botswanan politician is up for a major public honor, and his reputation is now being called into question by his rivals. The man's daughter has contacted the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency to investigate these troubling claims, but, as in so many cases, all is not as it seems. In the end, the investigation will affect everyone at the agency and will also serve as a reminder that ordinary human failings should be treated with a large helping of charity and compassion., In this latest installment of the beloved and best-selling series, Mma Ramotswe must contend with her greatest challenge yet--a vacation! Business is slow at the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, so slow in fact that for the first time in her estimable career Precious Ramotswe has reluctantly agreed to take a holiday. The promise of a week of uninterrupted peace is short-lived, however, when she meets a young boy named Samuel, a troublemaker who is himself in some trouble. Once she learns more about Samuel's sad story, Mma Ramotswe feels compelled to step in and help him find his way out of a bad situation. Despite this unexpected diversion, Mma Ramotswe still finds herself concerned about how the agency is faring in her absence. Her worries grow when she hears that Mma Makutsi is handling a new and rather complicated case. A well-respected Botswanan politician is up for a major public honor, and his reputation is now being called into question by his rivals. The man's daughter has contacted the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency to investigate these troubling claims, but, as in so many cases, all is not as it seems. In the end, the investigation will affect everyone at the agency and will also serve as a reminder that ordinary human failings should be treated with a large helping of charity and compassion.
LC Classification NumberPR6063.C326W66 2015

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  • The Woman who Walked in Sunshine bhy Alexander McCall Smith

    I enjoy this series very much. I am also reading his Scotland Street series, it's very good as well, but I enjoy this one more. The first book took me a while to get into it, it is "different" for sure, but awesome different! The characters are great, it is simple but clever, really Make you feel good books. After reading my book, I passe it on to my friends. We all wait for the next one to come out. If you're trying this series for the first time, read them in order and give it a chance, don't give up on the first book because it is different. You won't be disappointed. The humanity and wisdom in these books are second to none.

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  • Great Series

    Love this latest edition of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency!! They always make good reading

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  • Wonderful reading, each and every book in this series.

    Condition of book arrived in perfect condition and on time. The whole series of Alexander McCall Smith's books about First Lady Detective of Botswana are addictive! Betcha can't read just one.

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  • It's A Gret Read !!!

    It's not too heavy, but a great red, interesting and compelling. The colorful writing (no pun intended) is just delightful . . .

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    Another great book in the series, ejoyed every page. Love the development of each of the characters.

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    Great read!

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  • Precious just 'precious'

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    Just discovered this series. I really like it.

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  • The Woman Who Walked in Sunshine

    Another compelling adventure of the #1 Ladies Detective Agency as she embarks on a needed vacation.

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