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Book Review of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency (No 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Bk 1)

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency (No 1 Ladies Detective Agency, Bk 1)
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the cover copy claims it to be "one of the best, most charming, honest, hilarious and life-affirming books to appear in years." personally, that was not my experience and, in fact, i put it aside in favor of the next book in my stack as i simply did not find it particularly engaging. it's a little too polly-ann-ish and, surprisingly, emotionally detached. definitely do not think you have any insight into any part of africa having read this book. but don't let me put you off -- others obviously enjoy this book very much.