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pebn80's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
bel017's review against another edition
I didn't enjoy 19-21 as much as earlier in the series, but this was a return to form.
adriennehudson's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
daydreamangel18's review against another edition
4.0
Cleverer, more well crafted plot than some of the others in the series but also continues to retain that charm, that embodiment of kindness.
sbtemba's review against another edition
4.0
I have been reading this series since college, the longest I have followed a series of books. At this point many of them aren't even detective stories, just sweet fluffy stories of personal issues solved positively. About as "feel good" as you can get.
leslico's review against another edition
5.0
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency is such an uplifting and enjoyable series, I look forward to each new book and like to save it for a special day when I can relax and savour it. The latest book in the series is even more heartfelt, because it doesn't have any new detective agency customers in the story, so the entire book is about the trials and tribulations of the main characters we've all grown to love.
Grace and Phuti are having problems with a new competitor trying to undercut their prices at the Double Comfort Furniture Store, and you can probably guess who is involved in this scheme! Mma Makutsi also helps an old friend from Bobonong who is having problems with her teenage son. And there are a few other interpersonal issues between staff members at the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency and Tlokweng Road Speedy Motors, but Mma Ramotswe and her colleagues are ready to handle every challenge with patience and compassion.
I was lucky to have access to both the ebook and audio for this story, and I kept switching back and forth between them because I couldn't decide which one I enjoyed more, but really you can't go wrong, either way this book is a wonderful, heartwarming experience!
Grace and Phuti are having problems with a new competitor trying to undercut their prices at the Double Comfort Furniture Store, and you can probably guess who is involved in this scheme! Mma Makutsi also helps an old friend from Bobonong who is having problems with her teenage son. And there are a few other interpersonal issues between staff members at the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency and Tlokweng Road Speedy Motors, but Mma Ramotswe and her colleagues are ready to handle every challenge with patience and compassion.
I was lucky to have access to both the ebook and audio for this story, and I kept switching back and forth between them because I couldn't decide which one I enjoyed more, but really you can't go wrong, either way this book is a wonderful, heartwarming experience!
maryquigley's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-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? Yes
3.5
darinerin2000's review against another edition
4.0
What a perfect title for a comforting read. I left off reading the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series after book number 9 many years ago. When NetGalley offered the newest installment for review, I snapped it up. I was curious to see how I would like the series having been away for so long.
In this installment, there has been little change in the dynamics with Mma. Ramotswe and her professional and social circle. There are two primary mysteries. Both mysteries revolve around Grace Makutsi, her overzealous secretary. Grace’s husband Phuti’s furniture store is at risk of closure due to some international competition. In addition, an old friend has come to Grace for help with her teenage son. With the help of Mma. Ramotswe and Mma. Potokwani, Grace dives in to help her husband and her friend.
As is usual with this series, the story has a slow meandering pace. The mysteries are not fully introduced until approximately 50% into the book. Despite this, the story is engaging, with clever humor and banter between the familiar cast of characters. I would recommend this book to any previous fans of the series. Jumping in at book 23 when you are new to the series may leave you with some questions, however, I am certain the story would still be entertaining for a new reader.
Thank you to NetGalley, Penguin Random House Canada, Knopf Canada for providing this ebook for review.
In this installment, there has been little change in the dynamics with Mma. Ramotswe and her professional and social circle. There are two primary mysteries. Both mysteries revolve around Grace Makutsi, her overzealous secretary. Grace’s husband Phuti’s furniture store is at risk of closure due to some international competition. In addition, an old friend has come to Grace for help with her teenage son. With the help of Mma. Ramotswe and Mma. Potokwani, Grace dives in to help her husband and her friend.
As is usual with this series, the story has a slow meandering pace. The mysteries are not fully introduced until approximately 50% into the book. Despite this, the story is engaging, with clever humor and banter between the familiar cast of characters. I would recommend this book to any previous fans of the series. Jumping in at book 23 when you are new to the series may leave you with some questions, however, I am certain the story would still be entertaining for a new reader.
Thank you to NetGalley, Penguin Random House Canada, Knopf Canada for providing this ebook for review.
darinerin2000's review against another edition
4.0
What a perfect title for a comforting read. I left off reading the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series after book number 9 many years ago. When NetGalley offered the newest installment for review, I snapped it up. I was curious to see how I would like the series having been away for so long.
In this installment, there has been little change in the dynamics with Mma. Ramotswe and her professional and social circle. There are two primary mysteries. Both mysteries revolve around Grace Makutsi, her overzealous secretary. Grace’s husband Phuti’s furniture store is at risk of closure due to some international competition. In addition, an old friend has come to Grace for help with her teenage son. With the help of Mma. Ramotswe and Mma. Potokwani, Grace dives in to help her husband and her friend.
As is usual with this series, the story has a slow meandering pace. The mysteries are not fully introduced until approximately 50% into the book. Despite this, the story is engaging, with clever humor and banter between the familiar cast of characters. I would recommend this book to any previous fans of the series. Jumping in at book 23 when you are new to the series may leave you with some questions, however, I am certain the story would still be entertaining for a new reader.
Thank you to NetGalley, Penguin Random House Canada, Knopf Canada for providing this ebook for review.
In this installment, there has been little change in the dynamics with Mma. Ramotswe and her professional and social circle. There are two primary mysteries. Both mysteries revolve around Grace Makutsi, her overzealous secretary. Grace’s husband Phuti’s furniture store is at risk of closure due to some international competition. In addition, an old friend has come to Grace for help with her teenage son. With the help of Mma. Ramotswe and Mma. Potokwani, Grace dives in to help her husband and her friend.
As is usual with this series, the story has a slow meandering pace. The mysteries are not fully introduced until approximately 50% into the book. Despite this, the story is engaging, with clever humor and banter between the familiar cast of characters. I would recommend this book to any previous fans of the series. Jumping in at book 23 when you are new to the series may leave you with some questions, however, I am certain the story would still be entertaining for a new reader.
Thank you to NetGalley, Penguin Random House Canada, Knopf Canada for providing this ebook for review.
sunny_afternoon's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5