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funny hopeful lighthearted slow-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

If the goal was to get me interested in African culture, this book succeeded! I enjoyed Mma Ramotswe's character - her love of bush tea & her country, her insight into people, and her tenacious spirit to start a detective agency instead of taking the safe route with keeping the herd of cattle she inherited. Note: This book is written for adults.
adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

ewatts2's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH: 42%

After I got through the set-up of the detective agency, I wasn't as invested in its cases. 
emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Loveable characters: Yes

A delightful read! I really enjoyed it.
dark emotional slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

I listened to the audiobook version which was well done. It's not really a mystery or a detective novel but more about Botswana, and the day to day life of Precious. Interesting and makes me want to visit Botswana.
adventurous funny hopeful medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

What a light hearted book full of wit, comedy, and an overall appreciation for the world that we live. It made me miss Africa and its innocent simplicity.