The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency (No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, #1)
by Alexander McCall Smith
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith holds a well received rating of 3.75 out of 5, based on 180.3K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 235 pages.
About The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency
Precious Ramotswe has only just set up shop as Botswana's No.1 (and only) lady detective when she is hired to track down a missing husband, uncover a con man, and follow a wayward daughter. However, the case that tugs at her heart, and lands her in danger, is a missing eleven-year-old boy, who may have been snatched by witch doctors.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Alexander McCall Smith |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 235 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.75 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 180,320 |
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What genre is The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency?
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency worth reading?
Based on 180.3K reader ratings, The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency has an average score of 3.75 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency?
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency has 235 pages.
Who wrote The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency?
The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency was written by Alexander McCall Smith. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency?
The ISBN-13 for The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency is 9781400034770.0.
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