Sunday, December 9, 2012

Tears of the giraffe.






Alexander McCall Smith
Detective Story
Abacus (2008)
Rate of approval:  4/5




           Tears of the Giraffe” charts the adventures of Precious Ramotswe solving her hardest detective case ever, the mysterious disappearance of an American young man in the Kalahari Desert ten years ago. And, if this were not enough, her family grows by two members without noticing. 

            This novel gets you closer the three main characters that live this story: Mma Ramotswe, Mma Makutsi and Mr J.L.B Matekoni. As a result, the conclusions that come from their relations and experiences give this book a fascinating touch of morality. 

            If you are looking for an exciting reading this book is for you. Every single case is breathtaking and the way Precious Ramotswe sort out clients’ problems makes it absolutely stunning. 

            Written in a descriptive and easy way, this novel engrosses you so you cannot put it down “Soothing, full of hope and understanding, this a dangerously addictive read” Daily Mail.