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Botswana's lady detective tackles mystery with charm.
Immerse yourself in the warmth and wit of Botswana through the eyes of Mma Ramotswe, the country's premier lady detective. Her grounded wisdom and clever deduction make for a cozy read, while the vivid depiction of life in Africa adds a cultural depth that's enlightening and delightful. If you're seeking a detective novel with heart, 'Morality for Beautiful Girls' is a refreshing departure from the gritty streets often walked by fictional detectives.
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ISBN: 9780349117003
Authors:
Alexander McCall Smith
Publisher: Abacus
Date of Publication: 2004-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections:
Mystery/Crime/Thriller
Goodreads rating: 3.99
(rated by 45043 readers)
Description
In this third volume of The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, the irrepressible Precious Ramotswe faces supreme problems at home and work. With her detective agency in financial difficulty, Mma Ramotswe takes the hard decision to share offices with her husband-to-be, Mr. J. L. B. Matekoni. But even though Tlokwent Road Speedy Motors could do with a little help, it is Mr. Matekoni himself who requires her attention. If that wasn't enough, the agency is facing some of its most puzzling cases: the government official whose sister-in-law is trying to poison his brother; the beauty pageant whose contestants aren't as good as their looks; and the strange young boy, found naked and wild, and smelling of lion...
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Botswana's lady detective tackles mystery with charm.
Immerse yourself in the warmth and wit of Botswana through the eyes of Mma Ramotswe, the country's premier lady detective. Her grounded wisdom and clever deduction make for a cozy read, while the vivid depiction of life in Africa adds a cultural depth that's enlightening and delightful. If you're seeking a detective novel with heart, 'Morality for Beautiful Girls' is a refreshing departure from the gritty streets often walked by fictional detectives.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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