In the Time of Five Pumpkins, 9780593701782
Hardcover
Rain brings new cases, friendships, and worries for Botswana’s favorite detective.

In the Time of Five Pumpkins

no. 1 ladies' detective agency (26)

$55.94

  • Hardcover

    224 pages

  • Release Date

    30 September 2025

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Summary

The Rainy Season Cases: A No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency Mystery

Mma Ramotswe tackles perplexing situations, finding impartiality challenging when a case hits close to home.

Mma Ramotswe anticipates the rain after a long, dry summer, a season known to bring new beginnings. This time, it brings a client suspecting his wife of infidelity. With Charlie in tow, Mma Ramotswe investigates, uncovering potential deceit from the client.

Meanwhile, Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni befriend…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780593701782
ISBN-10:059370178X
Series:No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Series
Author:Alexander McCall Smith
Publisher:Random House USA Inc
Imprint:Pantheon
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:224
Release Date:30 September 2025
Weight:442g
Dimensions:245mm x 162mm x 24mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

”[A] delight… . Returning readers will revel, once again, in the compassion and keen insights of … Precious Ramotswe… . 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. Although Mma Ramotswe concludes, ‘We are a detective agency—we are not menders of souls,’ readers may well disagree.”—Kirkus Reviews

About The Author

Alexander McCall Smith

ALEXANDER McCALL SMITH is the author of The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency novels and a number of other series and stand-alone books. His works have been translated into more than forty languages and have been bestsellers throughout the world. He lives in Scotland.

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