Tea Time for the Traditionally Built
Tea Time for the Traditionally Built
Book Brief
Tea Time for the Traditionally Built
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009240
Novel • Fiction
•
Horror & Suspense•
HumorBotswana • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Tea Time for the Traditionally Built by Alexander McCall Smith, Botswana's only female detective, Precious Ramotswe, and her assistant, Mma. Makutsi, investigate a possible saboteur within the struggling Kalahari Swoopers football club, while also facing personal dilemmas involving a cherished van and a troublesome interloper in Mma. Makutsi's engagement.
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Humorous
Serene
Reviews & Readership
26,073 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Tea Time for the Traditionally Built by Alexander McCall Smith continues the charm of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series with Grace Makutsi's delightful development and insightful cultural reflections. Some feel the pace is slow and the plot thin. Yet, fans appreciate the warmth and wit that permeate the narrative, maintaining its appeal.
Who Should Read Tea Time for the Traditionally Built?
A reader who would enjoy Tea Time for the Traditionally Built by Alexander McCall Smith is likely a fan of gentle, character-driven mysteries with a touch of humor and cultural richness. Similar audiences might enjoy Agatha Christie's Miss Marple series or Jan Karon's Mitford series, which blend quaint settings with heartwarming tales.
26,073 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Tea Time for the Traditionally Built is part of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, which is set in Botswana and features the charismatic detective Mma Precious Ramotswe.
Author Alexander McCall Smith draws heavily from his own experiences in Botswana to bring authenticity to the setting and culture depicted in the series.
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The series, including Tea Time for the Traditionally Built, highlights themes of kindness, community, and ethical dilemmas through the lens of detective work.
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240
Novel • Fiction
•
Horror & Suspense•
HumorBotswana • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
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