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Tears of the Giraffe (No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Book 2) [Paperback]

Alexander McCall Smith (Author)
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Release Date: Sep 3 2002
THE NO. 1 LADIES’ DETECTIVE AGENCY - Book 2

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.
 
Precious Ramotswe is the eminently sensible and cunning proprietor of the only ladies’ detective agency in Botswana. In Tears of the Giraffe she tracks a wayward wife, uncovers an unscrupulous maid, and searches for an American man who disappeared into the plains many years ago. In the midst of resolving uncertainties, pondering her impending marriage to a good, kind man, Mr. J. L. B. Matekoni, and the promotion of her talented secretary (a graduate of the Botswana Secretarial College, with a mark of 97 per cent), she also finds her family suddenly and unexpectedly increased by two.

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

“Smart and sassy . . . Precious’ progress is charted in passages that have the power to amuse or shock or touch the heart, sometimes all at once.” –Los Angeles Times

“I haven’t read anything with such unalloyed pleasure for a long time.” –Anthony Daniels, The Sunday Telegraph
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Sign me up as a fan..... Jun 29 2003
By Terry Mathews
Format:Paperback

I bought this book because of a review I read in a magazine...can't remember which one.

Now, I have all the books in Alexander McCall's Smith's series about Precious Ramotswe, proud owner of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana.

Unlike some reviews here, I can find no fault with the books. I agree they are not complex who-done-it thrillers, but Precious Ramotswe does not lead a thrilling life. She lives at a slower pace, more in tune with nature and her intuition than those of us in western civilization. The mysteries she solves are not that difficult, but she takes great pride in her professionalism and treats each client with great care and compassion.

I particularly like the way I feel when I read about the daily happenings in Mma Ramotswe's life. I like reading about her house on Zebra Drive; her bright secretary (who scored 97% at the Botswana Secretarial College); her companion Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni; her life growing up as the beloved daughter of a devoted father who left his life's work to her so she could open her own business; her disastrous marriage; and the variety of people who seek out her professional assistance.

Some reviewers have compared Mma Ramotswe to Miss Marple. I guess the comparison fits, but it seems to me that Mma Ramotswe would prefer to belong in a category by herself....the first female private investigator in Botswana.

If you like the Jan Karon series about Father Tim and his beloved village of Mitford, then you might want to give The No 1. Ladies' Detective Series a try.

Enjoy!

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3.0 out of 5 stars Not bad Dec 31 2012
By Eky Ternamian
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Different style of writing. Once you read a few you begin to enjoy. Again the numbers of the series are not well marked. You end up reading out of order very annoying.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Mma Rmotswe Rocks !! April 3 2012
By Pratz
Format:Paperback
I was in a mood to read some light, funny, uplifting books and I decided to read this book. Let me tell you, this is one of the AMAZING books that I've read so far. Very beautifully written, hilarious and little tragic at times. And very nice description of Africa and the general life there. I recommend this book as a MUST READ to everyone !!

Other books by the author are equally good. The 44 Scotland Street series, and Isabel Dalhousie series. I am a fan of Alexander McCall Smith now.
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3.0 out of 5 stars So so
Very amusing you have to like this style of writing ver witty and humorous. Nice short read easy to finish.
Published 5 months ago by Eky Ternamian
5.0 out of 5 stars The ladies number one detectivs agency
A very nice light read. The story is set in Botswana so you learn a lot about that country and the manners and customs of the people.
Published on Mar 29 2011 by R. Montague
5.0 out of 5 stars what a treat!
I can't believe it's taken me till now to read this book, what with the buzz around its first publication & subsequent sequels. Read more
Published on Aug 13 2008 by B. A. Scharf
4.0 out of 5 stars African Wisdom
Written by a man, The No1 Ladies' Detective Agency has enough of a feminist persepctive for me to feel I was reading something actually written for me, rather than feeling as I... Read more
Published on Sep 12 2007 by Jeane FREER
5.0 out of 5 stars No 1 in my book
Highly intelligent and pleasantly plump, Precious lived in Gaborone, the capital city of the African nation of Botswana. Her father had left her a nice inheritance. Read more
Published on Jun 20 2006 by Charon W.
5.0 out of 5 stars A nice read
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. Read more
Published on April 6 2005 by Mikhail
5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic story
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... Read more
Published on Feb 19 2005 by Ralph Doh
3.0 out of 5 stars so-so
Light-hearted reading. Very cute, very different cadence to the narrative. Enjoyed it. Not a strong plot, especially if you like page turners. Read more
Published on Oct 14 2004 by Brazerilia Minons
5.0 out of 5 stars INCREDIBLE!!!!
THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST CREATIVE NOVELS I'VE EVER READ. I CAN'T IMAGINE WHO WOULDN'T SIMPLY LOVE IT. Read more
Published on Aug 21 2004 by avid reader
5.0 out of 5 stars Out of Africa
As much a loving and beautiful song to Africa as it is a mystery, THE NO.1 LADIES DETECTIVE AGENCY will have to be the best thing you read this summer. Read more
Published on July 22 2004
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