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The miracle at Speedy Motors

The New Novel in the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Series (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency)
Pages
224
Published
2008
Language
English

Synopsis

Precious Ramotswe takes on a challenging case for a woman searching for a family she cannot name or remember. While Mma Ramotswe navigates the complexities of the investigation, her husband Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni seeks a questionable medical miracle for his daughter. This gentle mystery explores the quiet strength of community and the small wonders found in everyday Botswana life.

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
Grace MakutsiSupporting
Mr. J. L. B. MatekoniSupporting
Phuti RadiphutiSupporting
All characters in The miracle at Speedy Motors

Frequently asked questions

  • Can I read this book if I have not read the previous ones in the series?

    While the novels in this series are interconnected and follow a chronological progression of the characters lives, each book functions as a self-contained mystery that can be understood on its own.

  • Is this book part of a larger series?

    This title is the ninth installment in The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series, which chronicles the ongoing professional and personal life of Precious Ramotswe in Botswana.