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Morality for Beautiful Girls: A No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Novel (3) [Paperback]

Alexander McCall Smith (Author)
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Release Date: Nov 12 2002 | Series: No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency (Book 3)
THE NO. 1 LADIES’ DETECTIVE AGENCY - Book 3

Fans around the world adore the bestselling No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, the basis of the HBO TV show, and its proprietor Precious Ramotswe, Botswana’s premier lady detective.  In this charming series, Mma  Ramotswe navigates her cases and her personal life with wisdom, and good humor—not to mention help from her loyal assistant, Grace Makutsi, and the occasional cup of tea.
 
In Morality for Beautiful Girls, Precious Ramotswe, founder and owner of the only detective agency for the concerns of both ladies and others, investigates the alleged poisoning of the brother of an important “Government Man,” and the moral character of the four finalists of the Miss Beauty and Integrity Contest, the winner of which will almost certainly be a contestant for the title of Miss Botswana. Yet her business is having money problems, and when other difficulties arise at her fiancé’s Tlokweng Road Speedy Motors, she discovers the reliable Mr J.L.B. Matekoni is more complicated then he seems.

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In Morality for Beautiful Girls, Ramotswe tangles with a feral child, the finalists in a beauty pageant and a suspicious cook.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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“The Miss Marple of Botswana.” –The New York Times Book Review

“I was enchanted by the character of Precious Ramotswe and the sly humor of Alexander McCall Smith’s writing, his deft evocation of a culture.” –Anthony Minghella

“Thoroughly engaging and entertaining.” –Los Angeles Times
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5.0 out of 5 stars A nice read April 6 2005
By Mikhail TOP 1000 REVIEWER
Format:Paperback
This book goes to bolster my initial opinion that McCall Smith is a sensational writer to look out for. The book goes to make the series a worthy read. I am particularly drawn to the way the author wrote about the way of life this African country especially its remarkable values. What is more, the characters are real and warm-hearted , and they give the story the humor that is necessary for an interesting life.

Other fun books to read are: The usurper and Other stories, The Kalahari Typing School for Men, Disciples of Fortune

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Unusual location -- delightful characters Sep 9 2001
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Format:Paperback
Morality for Beautiful Girls is third in a series about Precious Ramotswe, a lady detective in Botswana, Africa. For this Midwestern reader the landscape, weather, and daily life in Botswana were fascinating and clearly depicted.

This is not your typical mystery--there is no murder to be solved. Ramotswe and her assistant detective cleverly handle a couple of cases for clients, but her personal life is just as interesting: moving the office, caring for two foster children, and handling the auto repair shop belonging to her fiance who has suddenly begun acting strangely. Ramotswe deals with both the problems of her clients and her personal life in a thorough and straight-forward manner.

I had to buy the first two books in the series (The No.1 Ladies Detective Agency, and Tears of the Giraffe) from Amazon.UK, so I was very happy to find this third book on Amazon.com.

For something just a little different--highly recommended.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful change July 3 2004
By rannoon
Format:Paperback
It is really a great series! The changes in this book makes it fresh and gives it a new twist. Not only does she have an assistant who proves to be as wise and intelligent, but Mma's new approach to solving problems and understanding people's behavior is the main issue in this book. It shifts a little from the route of culture, and emphasizes on everyday issues just like in any other place. We don't see Mma explaining traditions and their meaning, but trying to understand human nature, whether it was depression or revenge, she finds a way to show reality and truth, even her assistant found her own way of facing truth.

I can't wait to find out what is going to happen to Mr. Matekoni, and what happened to the ring?!!

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3.0 out of 5 stars Not a page turning mystery, but nice read
This is the second book I have read in this series and still have the impression that these books are very light on mystery. Read more
Published on July 8 2004
4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful....3rd Installment
In the third installment of the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Mma Ramotswe faces new challenges that give this book a slightly different twist. Read more
Published on Jun 26 2004 by LoriDee
4.0 out of 5 stars Another great read in the series.
If you've read the first two of the series (No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency and Tears of the Giraffe), then you will want to read this one... Read more
Published on Jun 20 2004
3.0 out of 5 stars This cup of bush tea is half empty
I am a huge fan of Alexander McCall Smith and I find the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series overall to be extremely heartfelt and compelling. Read more
Published on May 27 2004
4.0 out of 5 stars More From Precious Ramotswe
As the third in the No. 1 Ladies Detective series, "Morality for Beautiful Girls," continues along the same line as the first two books. Read more
Published on May 21 2004 by V. Marshall
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the purchase!
Morality for Beautiful Girls is a great book and a wonderful series. While the mystery aspect of the book is not strong, the character development and descriptive writing allows... Read more
Published on May 7 2004
5.0 out of 5 stars Another Book Full of African Wisdom
Third in the series of the No. 1 Ladies' Detection Agency, a person could pick this up and read it on its own. But I don't recommend it. Read more
Published on May 3 2004 by Imperial Topaz
3.0 out of 5 stars Why all the loose ends?
Like so many other readers, I really enjoy McCall Smith's stories of Mma Ramotswe, and her Botswana detective service. Read more
Published on April 24 2004 by E. L. Weinhold
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Series,
This writer has me hooked on this series! I know that anyone who enjoys this type of reading material will no doubt enjoy this book and this series!
Published on April 20 2004 by Carma Evans
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The beauty of this series is its simplicity and non-formulaic pacing and style. With few words, with a seemingly simplistic point of view, complicated matters that go beyond the... Read more
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