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This book is told so simply that it could almost pass for a children's or teen's book. It is the story of the first female detective agency is Africa, and the private dective solves her cases largely though common sense and letting people talk.
A very easy read, but not one I was particularly engaged by. ...more
A very easy read, but not one I was particularly engaged by. ...more
Upon Julie's recommendation, I listened to the audio book. The narrator does a great job with the accents. An interesting story, but I tend to be easily distracted with audio books and miss a bit. The first couple chapters were slow, but I did like the story.
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ive had this book for quite some time but wanted to wait until i had the complete series before i started it. i picked it up for $1 at the bookstore and it was worth way more than that! i started and finished it in a day! i'm not a big fan of mystery novels, but i like how her cases are started and solved in one chapter. its a fast, fun read, and i love the background given on the characters. i fell in love with the main character immediately, and am hoping that her friends stay throughout the s
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If I could give 3 1/2 stars I would. This was an easy, unchallenging read. The mysteries weren't very deep (I like more of the Agatha Christie/Sherlock Holmes where the answer is very hard to come by), and there didn't seem to be much of a plot to tie the whole story together (just a bunch of jobs that Ramotsway had to solve).
I might read more in the series, but currently I'm not sure. It was interesting to learn more about Botswana, but I don't think I'll run right out for the next one. ...more
I might read more in the series, but currently I'm not sure. It was interesting to learn more about Botswana, but I don't think I'll run right out for the next one. ...more
This was an interesting read. I found it hard to get into but in the end I am glad I pushed forward with it. Not sure if I will read more into the series or not, but will definitely consider it.
I want to meet Mma Ramotswe. What a delightful character! I've never had any wanderlust, but this book almost makes me want to go to Botswana.
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May 09, 2007
Christina
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it was ok
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over-hyped-under-delivered
Don't get the hype. The mystery was good, the character was well developed but too slow to keep me wanting more.
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