A review by larabavery
The Number One Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith

adventurous funny inspiring 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? No

4.0

Intriguing episodes that thread together into one woman’s journey to establish herself as a private detective. The tone nimbly  jumps from cheeky to serious to reflective from adventure to adventure, and knowledge about the past that has led her to her habits, her expertise, and her calling is well-placed throughout. There are some outdated attitudes that pervade the described culture and narration, but the characters’ depth overshadow anything harmful. 
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