I started reading the series because of the TV show. The book is better then the show. The in depth description of the characters and the atmosphere of Botswana is captivating.

I found this book to be a really easy read that was refreshing. I loved the way he described this part of Africa and the way of life was so simple and rewarding. I began to think how nice it would be to live in Boswana and not deal with the daily grind in the our society. If you would like to escape to an easy world, this is the book for you.

I am absolutely thrilled with this book. Mystery without the gore. It’s a fun/ entertaining/ relaxing read that isn’t fluff. Can't wait to read Tears of the Giraffe.

This book follows the adventures of the first woman detective in a small African town. Some adventures are heartwarming, others are simply fun to read. The author also vividly describes this part of Africa and brings the reader closer to the good and bad parts of the culture.

An enjoyable easy read for a summer afternoon. Insightful look at daily life in Botswana through the eyes of the cleanly defined main character. A great treat for all of us armchair travellers. Would recommend to young (mature) readers as well. Truly Delightful!

A beautiful, lyrically written novel that is simple but not simplistic. It is easy to read, almost like a childhood fable, but the adventures of Mma Ramotswe will leave you smiling and wanting more. Each lesson inside this book is a good one. If you like to read to relax and be enlightened, The Number One Ladies Detective Agency - and every book in this series - is for you! Enjoy it with a nice cup of tea, like Mma Ramotswe would do. ;)

I can not believe that anyone would say that they didn't enjoy this book. LIght - yes, easy to read - absolutely. But such a delightful story. i have re-read it so many times, and enjoy it every time. so - sure i know the ending, but that is half of the fun. the characters are so believable, and it's hard to believe that it was written by a man.

Despite all of the publicity surrounding this series, I have to admit... I was thoroughly disappointed with Detective Agency. A light read, perhaps, but this book has very little substance. McCall Smith shows himself to be an excellent researcher and his characters are definately lovable... but this book is horribly predictable and goes absolutely no where. I do not recommend this book and will not be trying any more books from this author. I'm off to read Wally Lamb.