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[2018]., Adults, Pantheon Books Call No: FIC SMI Edition: First United States edition. Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Series Title: No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series Volume: #19Summary Note: Precious Ramotswe dips her toe into the world of politics in the newest addition to the beloved and best-selling No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series. When Mma Potokwane suggests to Mma Ramotswe that she run for a seat on the City Council, Mma Ramotswe is at first unsure. But when she learns about the proposed construction of the flashy Big Fun Hotel next to a graveyard, she allows herself to be persuaded. Her opponent is none other than Violet Sephotho, who is in the pocket of the hotel developers. Although Violet is intent on using every trick in the book to secure her election, Mma Ramotswe refuses to promise anything beyond what she can deliver--hence her slogan: "I can't promise anything--but I shall do my best." To everyone's surprise, she wins. As it turns out, politics does not agree with Mma Ramotswe. Though everyone is supportive, she eventually resigns. She thinks there will be a new election, but she discovers that the rules state that in such an event, the runner-up automatically takes the seat. Violet is triumphant, and sure that she will get the Big Fun Hotel planning application through without a hitch. But Mma Makutsi and Mma Potokwane are not about to make it easy for her. Through it all, Mma Ramotswe uses her good humor and generosity of spirit to help the community navigate divisive issues, and proves that honesty and compassion will always carry the day.--
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c2005., Adult, Pantheon Books Call No: FIC McC823 .914 Edition: 1st American ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Summary Note: Isabel is asked to fill in at her niece's gourmet delicatessen where she meets Ian, who is haunted by visions of a man he comes to believe must be the murdered donor of his transplanted heart.
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[2023]., Adult, Pantheon Books Call No: FIC MCC Edition: First United States edition. Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Series Title: The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Volume: 24.Summary Note: "This latest installment of the beloved No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series finds Botswana's premier detective agency as busy as ever, with no shortage of sensitive situations requiring Mma Ramotswe's keen eye and discerning input. Through it all, Mma Ramotswe will demonstrate that there are solutions to all manner of difficulties, there to be discovered as long as one is led by kindness, grace, and logic, and can rely on the wise counsel of close friends and loved ones. Sometimes, she reminds us, the best solutions to life's problems can be found with a bit of good humor, generosity of spirit, and a steaming cup of red bush tea"--
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2003., Adult, Pantheon Books Call No: FIC McC 823 .914 Edition: 1st American ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Summary Note: Precious Ramotswe, owner of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana, wonders about the direction of her relationship with her boyfriend, while investigating the suitors of a wealthy entrepreneur in an attempt to determine whether they are after the woman's heart or her money.
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[2017]., Adults, Pantheon Call No: FIC MCC Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Series Title: No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series Volume: #18.Summary Note: "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"--
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2020., Adults, Pantheon Books Call No: FIC SMI Edition: First United States edition. Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Series Title: No. 1 ladies' detective agency; Volume: #21Summary Note: "The next book in the perennially adored No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series sees Precious Ramotswe calling upon all her maternal instincts when she's faced with a two-ton case. They say it takes a village to raise a child, but can Mma Ramotswe and the rest of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency come together to raise a pipsqueak pachyderm? We may find out in this novel. We may not. Who can say?"--
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2004., Adults, Anchor Books Call No: FIC SMI Edition: 1st Anchor Books ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Series Title: The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Volume: #4Summary Note: After the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency is firmly established, founder Precious Ramotswe faces new challenges at home and at work, from problems with her adopted son to an assistant who dreams of opening a typing school for men.
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2002, c2001., Adults, Anchor Books Call No: FIC SMI Edition: 1st Anchor Books ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Your LibraryClick here to view Click here to view Series Title: The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Volume: #3Summary Note: 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 fiance's Tlokweng Road Speedy Motors, she discovers the reliable Mr J.L.B. Matekoni is more complicated than he seems.
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-- Number One Ladies' Detective Agency.2002., Adults, Anchor Books Call No: FIC SMI Edition: 1st Anchor Books ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Your LibraryClick here to view Click here to view More... Series Title: The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Volume: #1Summary Note: This first novel in Alexander McCall Smithâ??s widely acclaimed The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series tells the story of the delightfully cunning and enormously engaging Precious Ramotswe, who is drawn to her profession to â??help people with problems in their lives.â?? Immediately upon setting up shop in a small storefront in Gaborone, she is hired to track down a missing husband, uncover a con man, and follow a wayward daughter. But the case that tugs at her heart, and lands her in danger, is a missing eleven-year-old boy, who may have been snatched by witchdoctors.
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2015., Adults, Random House Call No: FIC SMI Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Series Title: 44 Scotland Street Volume: #10Summary Note: Things are looking up for seven year old Bertie Pollock. The arrival of his spirited grandmother and the absence of his meddlesome mother-- who is currently running a book club in a Bedouin hare (don't ask) -- bring unforeseen blessings: no psychotherapy, no Italian lessons, and no yoga classes. Meanwhile, surprises await Scotland Street's grown ups. Matthew makes a discovery that could be a major windfall for his family. Pat learns a secret about her father's fiancee. And the Duke of Johannesburg finds himself in sudden need of an explanation -- and an escape route -- when accosted by a determined guest at a soiree. From the cunning schemes of the Association of Scottish Nudists to the myriad expressive possibilities of the word 'aye,' Alexander McCall Smith guides us through the risks and rewards of friendship, love and family with his usual inimitable wit and irresistible charm.
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2019., Adults, Pantheon Books Call No: FIC MCC Availability:1 of 1 At Your Library Series Title: No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency Volume: #20Summary Note: "In the latest book in the widely beloved No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, Precious Ramotswe takes on a case for a childhood acquaintance but her inquiries will require an even more delicate touch than usual. Mma Ramotswe reconnects with an old friend who has been having problems with her daughter. Though Precious feels compelled to lend a hand, she discovers that getting involved in family affairs is always a delicate proposion. Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni finds himself embroiled in familial drama as well,when one of his clients asks for help evicting an unwanted houseguest who turns out to be the man's own brother. Elsewhere, Charlie and Fanwell are also involved in tricky matters of the heart, as Queenie-Queenie, Charlie's girlfriend, seems to have transferred her affections to Fanwell. It's up to Mma Makutsi to set things right, but she may be be too distracted by her nemesis Violet Sephotho, who has somehow been appointed to the board of a charity. What is Violet up to now? As all of these mysteries are unraveled, Mma Ramotswe and the entire No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency will be reminded of the value of tried-and-true wisdom--never judge a book by its cover"--
