Alexander McCall Smith Libros

Incluso para una persona tranquila y sosegada como Mma Ramotswe, la primera mujer detective de Botswana, llega un momento en que la vida se vuelve muy complicada. A las dificultades financieras de su pequeña agencia se suma la extraña enfermedad de su prometido, J.L.B Mtekoni, que pierde el interés por todo lo que le rodea y desatiende su empresa de reparación de automóviles. Por si fuera poco, Mma Ramotswe ha de hacerse cargo de tres nuevos casos. Por un lado, un importante hombre del Gobierno cree que su hermano pequeño está siendo víctima de una conspiración en su propia casa; por otra parte, ha de indagar en la calidad moral de las aspirantes a un concurso de belleza; y por ultimo, un niño salvaje aparece de repente en el desierto de Kalahari, oliendo y comportándose como un león, sin que nadie se explique de dónde procede. Una buena taza de té, una conversación sincera y un poco de sabiduría tradicional siguen siendo los recursos de esta auténtica Miss Marple africana para llevar a cabo su vocación: resolver los problemas de los demás. En esta tercera entrega de su aventuras volvemos a encontrarnos con el pequeño universo de un país diferente y fascinante, en el corazón de África, donde las tradiciones ancestrales se mezclan con la tecnología occidental y valores como la cortesía y el respeto tienen todavía un peso fundamental. "Sus aventuras desmontan tópicos sobre la novela negra porque nada es cruel ni descarnado y casi todos sus personajes parecen tener una bondad innata." El Periódico. "Unas novelas que descubren, con notable sentido del humor, una cultura alegre y una filosofía de vida sencilla, basada en los buenos sentiemientos como base de la felicidad." La Vanguardia.

'The whole world has become a prison, and Alfred Furnace is its master. Monsters rule the streets, beasts of pure fury that leave nothing but murder and madness in their wake. I have to find a way to use my powers to destroy Furnace, but in doing so I risk becoming the very force that kills us all.'

The gripping third instalment in Alexander Gordon Smith's epic series about Furnace, a terrifying underground prison for teenagers - now with the bestselling US cover. We had one last shot at freedom and we failed.

Katie Donald, the dedicated matchmaker in Edinburgh, continues her mission to unite lonely hearts through her company. As her reputation grows, she encounters a diverse array of clients, each with their own quirks and personalities, prompting her to devise innovative matchmaking strategies. The narrative explores the psychology behind love and attraction, showcasing the universal quest for connection and the tender moments that define human relationships, all delivered with McCall Smith's signature warmth and insight.

"Precious Ramotswe is a kind, warm-hearted and large African lady. She is also the only female private detective in Botswana. Her agency - the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency - is the best in the country. With the help of her secretary, Mma Makutsi, and her best friend, Mr JLB Matekoni, she solves a number of difficult - and sometimes dangerous - problems. A missing husband, a missing finger and a missing child - she will solve these mysteries in her own special way"--Back cover

Once upon a time in Botswana in Africa there was a little girl who would later grow up to be a famous detective: Precious Ramotswe of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. Having already cracked the case of the missing cakes at school, she now has a new mystery to solve.

As the countdown to Mma Makutsi's wedding begins, all is not as it should be at the No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency. While investigating unpleasant occurrences on a southern cattle-post, Mma Ramotswe, always on the side of the weak against the strong, has reason to reflect on Rule No.3 of The Principles of Private Detection: never lie to the client. Apprentice mechanic Charlie seems to be avoiding certain important responsibilities. And as Mma Makutsi's big day approaches, her nemesis Violet Sephotho is casting her net wider: by standing for election which could spell trouble for the entire nation. But as friends and family gather under starry African night skies, it turns out that even the most perplexing of apparitions - and the most shocking of crimes - may yield to rational explanation. And, of course, to Mma Ramotswe's inimitable way with love, intuition and redbush tea.

"In the microcosm of 44 Scotland Street, all of life's richness is found in the glorious goings-on of its residents. There's Domenica, whose anthropological training has honed her observations of her neighbors; Matthew, whose growing triplets are more than a handful; Bruce, whose challenge as ever is thinking of anything but himself; and Big Lou, who may just have found her shot at romance. And of course, there's young Bertie Pollock, whose starry-eyed explorations of Edinburgh's New Town are a touching reminder that life itself is an adventure and there's joy to be found wherever you choose to look"-- Provided by publisher

Asked by a Swiss banker to investigate a series of bank robberies committed by dogs, young detectives Max and Maddy Twist travel to Switzerland, where they discover that the man behind the robberies is none other than Professor Sardine. Reprint.

The first three books in Alexander MCCall Smith's beloved bestselling series, featuring Mma Precious Ramotswe, the traditionally built, eminently sensible, cunning proprietor of the only ladies' detective agency in Botswana, are now available in a beautifully designed boxed set.