How to Raise an Elephant, Alexander McCall Smith
How to Raise an Elephant, Alexander McCall Smith
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How to Raise an Elephant

Author: Alexander McCall Smith

Narrator: Adjoa Andoh

Unabridged: 8 hr 38 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 11/24/2020


Synopsis

In this latest installment in the cherished No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, Mma Ramotswe must balance family obligations with the growing needs of one of Charlie’s pet projects.

Precious Ramotswe loves her dependable old van. Yes, it sometimes takes a bit longer to get going now, and it has developed some quirks over the years, but it has always gotten the job done.
This time, though, the world—and Charlie—may be asking too much of it, for when he borrows the beloved vehicle, he returns it damaged. And, to make matters worse, the interior seems to have acquired an
earthy smell that even Precious can’t identify.

But the olfactory issue is not the only mystery that needs solving. Mma Ramotswe is confronted by a distant relative, Blessing, who asks for help with an ailing cousin. The help requested is of a
distinctly pecuniary nature, which makes both Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni and Mma Makutsi suspicious. And there is no peace at home, either, as the new neighbors are airing their marital grievances rather
loudly. Still, Mma Ramotswe is confident that the solutions to all of these difficulties are there to be discovered—as long as she is led by kindness, grace, and logic and can rely on the counsel of her friends and loved ones.

About Alexander McCall Smith

Alexander McCall Smith is the author of over one hundred books on a wide array of subjects, including the award-winning The No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series. He is also the author of the Isabel Dalhousie novels and the world's longest-running serial novel, 44 Scotland Street. His books have been translated into forty-six languages. Alexander McCall Smith is Professor Emeritus of Medical Law at the University of Edinburgh and holds honorary doctorates from thirteen universities. He was knighted by the King in 2024.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Jean on November 07, 2021

I have been a fan of this series from book one. Alexander McCall Smith has managed to bring to life the culture of Botswana. The characters are unique as is Smith’s writing style. After book one I switched to the audiobook version to fully enjoy the proper pronunciations of the names and enjoy the B......more

Goodreads review by Ellery on November 11, 2021

3.5. Not much of a mystery here, but it always feels like a respite from the busy world to visit with the characters of Smith's Botswana. The gentle pacing and charming exchanges between characters are the perfect break between darker, grittier books.......more

Goodreads review by Stacey on November 25, 2020

I was disappointed with the change of narrator from prior books in the series.......more

Goodreads review by Jennifer on December 19, 2020

I was so disappointed in this book! I’ve loved every other book in the series, bu this one seemed like it had no real story line, and the main characters were just ruminating through the entire thing. Not even a new case to solve!......more