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    The House of Unexpected Sisters
    The House of Unexpected Sisters
    The House of Unexpected Sisters
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    The House of Unexpected Sisters

    Written by Alexander McCall Smith

    Narrated by Lisette Lecat

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    About this audiobook

    Precious Ramotswe learns valuable lessons about first impressions and forgiveness in this latest installment of the beloved and best-selling No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series. Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi are approached by their part-time colleague, Mr. Polopetsi, with a troubling story: a woman, accused of being rude to a valued customer, has been wrongly dismissed from her job at an office furniture store. Never one to let an act of injustice go unanswered, Mma Ramotswe begins to investigate, but soon discovers unexpected information that causes her to reluctantly change her views about the case. Other surprises await our intrepid proprietress in the course of her inquiries. Mma Ramotswe is puzzled when she happens to hear of a local nurse named Mingie Ramotswe. She thought she knew everybody by the name of Ramotswe, and that they were all related. Who is this mystery lady? Then, she is alerted by Mma Potokwani that an unpleasant figure from her past has recently been spotted in town. Mma Ramotswe does her best to avoid the man, but it seems that he may have returned to Botswana specifically to seek her out. What could he want from her? With the generosity and good humor that guide all her endeavors, Mma Ramotswe will untangle these questions for herself and for her loved ones, ultimately bringing to light important truths about friendship and family-both the one you're born with and the one you choose.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherRecorded Books, Inc.
    Release dateNov 7, 2017
    ISBN9781501974137
    The House of Unexpected Sisters
    Author

    Alexander McCall Smith

    Alexander McCall Smith is the author of the award-winning series The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency, and he now devotes his time to the writing of fiction, including the 44 Scotland Street and the Isabel Dalhousie series. He is the author of over eighty books on a wide array of subjects, and his work has been translated into forty-six languages. Before becoming a full-time writer he was for many years Professor of Medical Law at Edinburgh.

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    • 5/5
      As with previous books, this one did not disappoint. All the characters are true to their natures and mysteries are solved.
    • 5/5
      It makes me want to visit Botswana. McCall Smith reliably creates believable characters and fascinating plots. I doubt if I would agree with his politics but since he doesn’t generally belabor them,I remain a huge fan.
    • 5/5
      Once you get to know the people in the stories, you gotta know what else they are up to!
    • 4/5
      As usual I'm better off having read one of the lovely No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency's sagas. It's a charming, warm, and thoroughly enjoyable book. I expected no less and was not disappointed.
    • 5/5
      I don't know how he does it. McCall Smith writes story after story, an astonishing number of books. And these are cozies, a genre not known for high levels of suspense. And yet there is an undeniable suspense in these plots. You care about these lovely people. These are not caricatures. They are multidimensional personalities calling out to you from the pages. McCall Smith has us looking for the best in this world around us. They are a joy and highly recommended.
    • 5/5
      All the familiar characters are here. All those pleasing strangers too, with their hints of mysteries, and all the scents and sensual scenery of a land far from here. Plus the familiar ponderings on the nature (and changing nature) of humanity. But what if someone long trusted and honored proves false? And what if that falsehood, however small and theoretically forgiven, looms large and changes everything… or at least, changes the shape of everything? Unexpected Sisters offers possible deceit, honest appraisal, mystery, character, and the author’s cool blend of quickly told scenes in a slowly told story that make the No 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency novels such enjoyable reads. It’s a great addition to the collection.Disclosure: I read it very happily on a plane.
    • 2/5
      Gave up on this audio version after the 4th disk. I have been an avid audio fan of this series since the beginning with great stories, interesting characters and a fantastic reader. But I just cannot stand Mme Grace Makutsi character anymore. And the tedious of the conversations between Ramotswe, Makutsi and Polopetsi are ridiculously drawn out - I mean how much time can you spend talking about a man's green pants!! I will try to read this, it might just be the audio version that's putting me off.
    • 5/5
      Nothing particularly new - the same lovable characters - working their way through the complexities of life in a country they cherish. I hope the series never ends.
    • 5/5
      The House of Unexpected Sisters (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency #18)The House of Unexpected Sisters by Alexander McCall SmithMy rating: 4 of 5 starsOnce again we have a delightful story about gentle people and the author uses the story to explore forgiveness.Those readers used to McCall Smith's bent for philosophy, and who enjoy thinking about what he writes, will enjoy this new episode of the Number One Ladies' Detective Agency. Precious Ramotswe adored her father and treasures his memory. In this story she has to re-examine her ideas on the problems of first impressions and what forgiveness really means.Easy reading, lots to think about and a book to enjoy many times.
    • 4/5
      In this book, Mma Ramotse learns that she has a sister she never knew about, and Mma Makutsi becomes 'chief investigating officer' on a case. Both learn that things can have unexpected explanations.
    • 5/5
      Precious Remotswe remains my favorite character and it’s not just because I’m traditional built. It’s her quiet common sense. If I ever need an escape, I turn to the No.#1 Detective Agency. This is the 18th book in the series and they just keep getting better and better.
    • 5/5
      I eagerly anticipate each new installment in this series. The characters feel like old friends, and I relish the time I get to spend with them. The author's affection and respect for his protagonists and Botswana are evident throughout his writing. Highly recommend all books in this series.
    • 4/5
      I love this series and look forward to all year. In this book Mr. Polopetsi comes to the ladies of the No. 1 detective agency with the case of a woman who may have been wrongfully terminated. This case may unknowingly have far reaching consequences for Mma Makutsi and her husband's furniture business. There is also the mystery of a woman who shares the unusual surname of Ramotswe with Precious and who even looks like her. Is she a long lost relation? In between solving these mysteries there will be rides in the tiny white fan, visits to the orphan farm and Mma Potokwani, fruit cake will be eaten, and liberal amounts of bush tea will be enjoyed. Villians Violet Sephotho and Note Mokoti even make a cameo.Reading these books are like a comforting visit with old friends. I never fail to take away some important life lesson. In this book I liked " Families come in different ways, she thought: sometimes they are given to you, but sometimes you find them yourself, unexpectedly, as you go through life."This book is about family, the ones you are born with and those you choose to put in your life.