I cannot but agree more with the first reviewer. This is the first book I read by Alexander McCall Smith, and I have already bought another four which I happily look forward to dive into... For a long time I have been looking for a good author whose style is light, refreshing and at the same time intelligent. If all Mr Smith's books follow the path of the No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, then I am happy to say I've found the one. I'll keep you posted...