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by Alexander Mccall Smith (Author)
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Alexander McCall Smith (The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency) offers the second and third installments of his dignified, humorous Botswanan series. In Tears of the Giraffe, PI Precious Ramotswe tracks a missing American man whose widowed mother appeals to Ramotswe; meanwhile, the imperturbable detective is endangered at home by her fianc‚'s resentful maid.

Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information, Inc.

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.


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This is a superior piece of detective fiction, written in simple, direct but effective prose. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic story, Feb 20 2005
By Ralph Doh (London, UK) - See all my reviews
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A fast flowing story set, Tears of the Giraffe is one of the best books I have read. With good values expressed through characters that are lively, this book showed a beautiful side of Africa, where commitment is held sacred, where love is deep and hospitality is the norm. Fast paced and hilarious, this book hooked me all the more to the No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency.Also recommended: The Full Cupboard of Life, The Usurper and Others , Disgrace
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5.0 out of 5 stars Joy, Jul 8 2004
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The obvious success of this book is due to the #1 Ladies Detective Agency. And the desire to see what comes next is understandable. This is one great series of books and they deserve their place on the bestseller lists. The main character, Precious, solves the few actual mysteries in the sequels in creative ways that surprise the reader. These sequels, particularly "Giraffe," are a bit more about Precious' relationship with J.L.B. Matekoni, a bit less about the detective agency. But they follow smoothly from "#1 Ladies..." and are equally good. Set in Botswana, the books give such a clear and beautiful picture of that country today that now I would like to learn more about it. Would also recommend Life of Pi and The Bark of the Dogwood.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great Follow Up for the No. 1 Ladies Dectective Agency, Jun 24 2004
By LoriDee (New York USA) - See all my reviews
Mma Ramotswe is at it again! The No. 1 Ladies Dectective Agency has taken on some new and interesting cases. In this story things are not as clear cut as they seem and Precious Ramotswe ponders the morality of telling the truth, telling lies and in general the imperfection of the human condition. Her insights into the psyche of human nature are all to true. Alexander McCall Smith has again created a wonderful vignette of stories that delight the reader with their simple storyline, yet complex implications into the nature of women, men and children. In this series we get to know several characters more intimately including, Precious Ramotse's fiance Mr. J.L.B. Maketoni. He is a wonderfully rich character that adds much to the story and I am looking forward to reading future installments that include the evolvement of their relationship. I am constantly enthralled by McCall Smith's description of the African continent and it's people and find these descriptions both heart warming and heart breaking. It seems there are many changes ahead for Mma Ramotswe; a new family an assisant dectective and a new husband. I look forward to the continuation of the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency and the unique insights that Precious Ramotswe has for the readers.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another side of Mma Ramotswe
I am so happy she finally decided to get married and chose a well known person for his integrity and kindness. Read more
Published on Jun 19 2004 by rannoon

5.0 out of 5 stars Gently, quietly exceptional
It was a treat to discover The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency. I loved the first book in the series; Tears of the Giraffe is even better. Read more
Published on Jun 5 2004 by Rose Vines

5.0 out of 5 stars An Audio Treat
Popping one of these cassettes into my tape player is like an instant trip to a warm and wonderful land where I am reacquainted with all my old friends. Read more
Published on May 20 2004 by writingwhore

3.0 out of 5 stars Another Installment of Joy
After reading Alexander McCall Smith's first book in this series "The #1 Ladies Detective Agency" I felt I had to read the following books as well because they are so... Read more
Published on May 18 2004 by V. Marshall

5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable second installment
Smith's first book in the series, _No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency_, was enjoyable and easy to read. I found the second installment in the series, _Tears of the Giraffe_ even more... Read more
Published on April 15 2004 by E. L. Weinhold

5.0 out of 5 stars Africa Beckons You with Love in This Beautiful Novel
If you have not read The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, I strongly urge you to do so before reading Tears of the Giraffe. Read more
Published on Mar 10 2004 by Professor Donald Mitchell

5.0 out of 5 stars Tears of the Giraffe
This is a wonderful, gentle book with mysteries, but with wise words from a wise woman and kind words too, from her kind fiancee. Read more
Published on Feb 26 2004 by Carole A. Bawlf

5.0 out of 5 stars I can't believe this has not been reviewed
As good as the rest. Quick, funny in a self-deprecating way, and serious about the important issues in life. The main characters are flawed, but in the nicest way. Read more
Published on Feb 23 2004 by Miami Bob

5.0 out of 5 stars Haiku in prose
If "brevity is the soul of wit", then McCall Smith has a huge soul and endless wit. In this second volume of Botswana intrigue, he carries forward the characters... Read more
Published on Feb 16 2004 by Stephen A. Haines

5.0 out of 5 stars Murder she wrote without the murder
I started with this and went backwards through McCall Smith books describing the lives of a soon-to-be-betrothed garageman and detective agency owner. Read more
Published on Feb 4 2004 by Miami Bob

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