Tea Time for the Traditionally Built

By Alexander McCall Smith | Publisher: Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group

About the book

Fans around the world adore the bestselling No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series and its proprietor, Precious Ramotswe, Botswana’s premier lady detective. In this charming series, Mma  Ramotswe—with help from her loyal associate, Grace Makutsi—navigates her cases and her personal life with wisdom, good humor, and the occasional cup of tea.

In this installment in the endlessly entertaining series, Precious Ramotswe faces problems both personal and professional.
 
The first is the potential demise of an old friend, her tiny white van. Recently, it has developed a rather troubling knock, but she dare not consult the estimable Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni for fear he may condemn the vehicle.  Meanwhile, her talented assistant Mma Makutsi is plagued by the reappearance of her nemesis, Violet Sephotho, who has taken a job at the Double Comfort Furniture store whose proprietor is none other than Phuti Radiphuti, Mma Makutsi’s fiancé.  Finally, the No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency has been hired to explain the unexpected losing streak of a local football club, the Kalahari Swoopers.  But with Mma Ramotswe on the case, it seems certain that everything will be resolved satisfactorily.

Editions of Tea Time for the Traditionally Built

Hardcover
ISBN 9780375424496
Hardcover
ISBN 9780676979237
Paperback
ISBN 9780676979244
Paperback
ISBN 9780307277473
EBook
ISBN 9780307375193
EBook
ISBN 9780307378101

Read an Excerpt

Fans around the world adore the bestselling No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series and its proprietor, Precious Ramotswe, Botswana’s premier lady detective. In this charming series, Mma  Ramotswe—with help from her loyal associate, Grace Makutsi—navigates her cases and her personal life with wisdom, good humor, and the occasional cup of tea.

In this installment in the endlessly entertaining series, Precious Ramotswe faces problems both personal and professional.
 
The first is the potential demise of an old friend, her tiny white van. Recently, it has developed a rather troubling knock, but she dare not consult the estimable Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni for fear he may condemn the vehicle.  Meanwhile, her talented assistant Mma Makutsi is plagued by the reappearance of her nemesis, Violet Sephotho, who has taken a job at the Double Comfort Furniture store whose proprietor is none other than Phuti Radiphuti, Mma Makutsi’s fiancé.  Finally, the No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency has been hired to explain the unexpected losing streak of a local football club, the Kalahari Swoopers.  But with Mma Ramotswe on the case, it seems certain that everything will be resolved satisfactorily.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tea Time for the Traditionally Built about?

Fans around the world adore the bestselling No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series and its proprietor, Precious Ramotswe, Botswana’s premier lady detective. In this charming series, Mma  Ramotswe—with help from her loyal associate, Grace Makutsi—navigates her cases and her personal life with wisdom, good humor, and the occasional cup of tea.

In this installment in the endlessly entertaining series, Precious Ramotswe faces problems both personal and professional.
 
The first is the potential demise of an old friend, her tiny white van. Recently, it has developed a rather troubling knock, but she dare not consult the estimable Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni for fear he may condemn the vehicle.  Meanwhile, her talented assistant Mma Makutsi is plagued by the reappearance of her nemesis, Violet Sephotho, who has taken a job at the Double Comfort Furniture store whose proprietor is none other than Phuti Radiphuti, Mma Makutsi’s fiancé.  Finally, the No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency has been hired to explain the unexpected losing streak of a local football club, the Kalahari Swoopers.  But with Mma Ramotswe on the case, it seems certain that everything will be resolved satisfactorily.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Tea Time for the Traditionally Built?

Fiction > Crime and / or mystery fiction > Crime and mystery: women sleuths / detectives

Where can I read a sample of Tea Time for the Traditionally Built?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780375424496

Is Tea Time for the Traditionally Built part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency Series

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Tea Time for the Traditionally Built?

Alexander McCall Smith

Who is the Publisher of the book Tea Time for the Traditionally Built?

Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Tea Time for the Traditionally Built is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780375424496) and hardcover(ISBN 9780676979237) and paperback(ISBN 9780676979244) and paperback(ISBN 9780307277473) and ebook(ISBN 9780307375193) and ebook(ISBN 9780307378101)

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