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Blue shoes and happiness

2006233 pagesPolygon

Synopsis

Precious Ramotswe faces a busy season at the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, dealing with a cobra in the office and a medical clinic reporting suspicious blood-pressure readings. Meanwhile, her assistant Grace Makutsi navigates the stress of a demanding family and an expensive pair of blue shoes that might not bring the peace she expects. It is a gentle mystery set in Botswana that focuses on the wisdom found in daily life and a good cup of tea.

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About the author

Alexander McCall Smith, often referred to as ‘Sandy’, is one of the world’s most prolific and best-loved authors. For many years he was a professor of Medical Law and worked in universities in the UK and abroad before turning his hand to writing fiction. He has written and contributed to more than 100 books including specialist academic titles, short story collections, and a number of immensely popular children’s books. His first book, The White Hippo—a children’s book, was published by Hamish...

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Precious RamotsweProtagonist
Grace MakutsiProtagonist
Phuti RadiphutiSupporting
Aunty EmangSupporting

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The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

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