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Tears of the Giraffe

Pages
256
Published
2004
Language
English

Synopsis

Precious Ramotswe, Botswana's premier lady detective, balances her upcoming marriage to Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni with a series of challenging new cases. She investigates the disappearance of a young American man who vanished years ago, while her assistant Mma Makutsi takes on more responsibility at the agency. This story follows the growing Matekoni family as they navigate life in Gaborone with humor and kindness.

About the author

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Alexander McCall Smith

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...

Characters

Precious RamotsweProtagonist
Mr. J. L. B. MatekoniSupporting
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