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The Good Husband of Zebra Drive (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, #8)

Alexander McCall Smith
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The Good Husband of Zebra Drive (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Alexander McCall Smith

The Good Husband of Zebra Drive (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, #8)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

213

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Botswana • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Good Husband of Zebra Drive by Alexander McCall Smith follows the continued adventures of Precious Ramotswe and her detective agency in Botswana. The story explores various cases, personal growth, and life changes for the characters, all while emphasizing themes of compassion and wisdom. It’s the eighth book in the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

29,291 ratings

79%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Good Husband of Zebra Drive by Alexander McCall Smith receives generally positive reviews for its charming characters and the gentle, uplifting tone typical of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series. Readers appreciate the continued character development and the depiction of Botswanan culture. However, some critique the plot for being slow and meandering compared to earlier installments.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Good Husband of Zebra Drive (No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, #8)?

Fans of gentle mysteries and richly detailed settings will enjoy The Good Husband of Zebra Drive by Alexander McCall Smith. Ideal for readers who appreciate character-driven narratives and the warmth of everyday life, similar to those found in The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency or Jan Karon’s Mitford Series.

4.3

29,291 ratings

79%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

213

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Botswana • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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