Tears of the Giraffe

In the latest novel in the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, Botswana's detective Precious Ramotswe takes on three new investigations. She follows a wife's secret affair, uncovers a deceitful maid, and searches for an American traveler who vanished on the African plains years ago. Alongside her steadfast assistant Grace Makutsi, Ramotswe relies on intuition, humor, and a deep knowledge of local customs to solve each case. Set against the warm, expansive landscape of Botswana, the story blends gentle suspense with an intimate look at everyday life in the region.