In the Time of Five Pumpkins

No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Book 26

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In the Time of Five Pumpkins

By: Alexander McCall Smith

Narrated by: Adjoa Andoh

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The rains are coming, but not just yet. When they do, there will be green shoots of growth throughout Botswana. Pumpkins will flourish – particularly those of Mma Potokwani, matron of a children’s home and old friend of Precious Ramotswe. Mma Potokwani and Mma Ramotswe have many other things to talk about, including a new friendship that Mr J.L.B. Matekoni has struck up with Mr Freddie Mogorosi, a prominent figure in the motor trade.

In the meantime, Mma Ramotswe looks into what seems to be a straightforward matter involving a husband who thinks his wife may be having affair. But there is a surprise in store: she, it transpires, suspects that he himself has a lover. This is obviously a case that will require tact – which of course is a quality Mma Ramotswe has in abundance. Along with kindness.

In this latest visit to The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency we are reassured that no matter how unhappy the world may be, there is always an oasis of courtesy and peace in that special place in southern Africa. To which you are now invited.

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Critic reviews

'Wonderful characters and atmosphere with a plot that keeps surprising make this another Alexander McCall Smith treasure.' (Booklist, starred review)

'As usual in this celebrated franchise, the pace is leisurely, the felonies are minimal, the tone is reflective and the results are enchanting.' (Kirkus Reviews)

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Great characters and lovely storyline. Enjoyed every minute of it. Absolutely fantastic narration which really added to the experience. I felt fully immersed in the setting.