Book Review: The Limpopo Academy of Private Detection

I enjoy this series about a female detective in Botswana. Every new book returns to the interesting land and the intriguing characters. Mma Precious Ramotswe is endearing. Indeed, each character is unique and charming. I will never tire of Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni, expert mechanic, nor of his two apprentices: the mischievous, abrasive Charlie and the hard-working, responsible Fanwell. Who wouldn't love the opinionated and proud Mma Makutsi, with her 97 percent secretarial college score? Besides the setting and characters, rising conflicts and difficulties carry the reader along, book by book.

In this 13th installment of the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency books, the unexpected appearance of a singular guest startles Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi. Phuti Rhudiphuti commissions the building of a fine home for his bride, Mma Makutsi, but something suspicious lingers. Changes are afoot with the orphan farm and Mma Potokwani. Plus, there is trouble for the mild-mannered Fanwell. Despite all these mysteries and difficulties, good continues to triumph over evil. Deception enters the light. Health and happiness persists among these appealing characters. I continue to delight in the humor and humanity of this series.