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reader22554's review against another edition
4.0
Not a hint of politics, at least not American politics. McCall Smith is a master of the gentle storytelling genre, with characters who grow along with the books and those you would like (and despise) in real life! I always enjoy books that feature children, like 7-year-old Bertie and his mates, but there are plenty of adult conversations and experiences here, too. The story is enhanced by the lovely Scottish accent of the narrator. If you are looking for a good, escapist read, start at the beginning of the 44 Scotland Street series.
hatrireads's review against another edition
3.0
Relaxing, calming on my kindle, Alexander McCall Smith and the cast on Scotland Street never fail to delight. We are on a trip and this is perfect to settle me down to sleep in these crazy times. About to start another.
rebeccasreadingrambles's review against another edition
4.0
This series is such a comfort. When I need a virtual hug, I know that spending just a few hours with these characters who have become their own found family will bring me laughs, and comfort no matter what shenanigans they get into. I did miss Pat in this book. It was also surprisingly tender and a bit heartbreaking, it I’m hoping for maybe some joy returning for those characters in the next book.
Note - I always listen to the audiobook and they are perfectly done.
Note - I always listen to the audiobook and they are perfectly done.
mporterf's review against another edition
5.0
One of my favorite authors has decided to use one of my favorite words—defenestration—and not just once but multiple times. Not only that but he has titled one of the chapters, "the defenestration of Scotland."
AMS is awesome.
AMS is awesome.
norellhedema's review against another edition
4.0
I thought the ending was sad, maybe because it depicts the reality of human relationships. The self-centered and demanding only become more so as the sensitive and serving conclude it is themselves that must work harder to be better and work to get along.
juliemowat's review against another edition
2.0
I was unaware that this was book 11 in a series so my review may be biased.. I don't think I needed to read the other 10 books prior-the characters were just boring.. I didn't care what happened to any of them. It is not a hard or long read so I finished but probably should have set it down. Not charming for me...
booktwitcher23's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
3.5
jackster62's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0