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3.62 AVERAGE
3.62 AVERAGE
When I was getting ready to visit Botswana, everyone recommended that I read this book (and it's sequels). I wan't really that excited about the idea since this book is about a young African woman but written by an old Scottish* man. BUT, when I got to Botswana, a local woman raved about it and said that it really captured the culture and feel of Botswana. So, I decided to give it a try. She was right!! I can see a lot of the culture and descriptors even though I have only been here for a short time. As far as the mystery goes, it's not that strong, but this is a book that you read in order to "travel" somewhere new.
*It turns out that Alexander McCall Smith was born in Zimbabwe and worked as a law professor at the University of Botswana. Only now does he live in Scotland.
*It turns out that Alexander McCall Smith was born in Zimbabwe and worked as a law professor at the University of Botswana. Only now does he live in Scotland.
An enjoyable, simple read. No real mystery involved but the stories were fun and I liked the characters.
adventurous
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I love the whole series. Mr. Smith's tone of condescension bothers me a little but the stories are too much fun to pass up.
funny
inspiring
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Just couldn’t get into the writing or the story
Classic AMS. Very easy reading with incredibly low stakes and very fun characters. Great idle reading with simple short stories/mysteries in each chapter.