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The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency by Alexander McCall Smith
At the edge of the Kalahari Desert, Mma Precious Ramotswe opens Botswana’s first detective agency run by a woman. With sharp intuition, quiet humor, and a deep love for her people, she takes on cases that are less about crime and more about the mysteries of the human heart. From unfaithful husbands to missing children, her investigations are guided not just by logic but by compassion and wisdom.
For the Crone, this novel is a celebration of feminine insight, patience, and the steady strength that comes with experience. Mma Ramotswe reminds us that true problem-solving is not about power, but about listening, understanding, and seeing beneath the surface. Her story invites us to savor the small joys of daily life while honoring the larger calling of justice, kindness, and community.
About the Author
Alexander McCall Smith is a Scottish writer celebrated for his warmth, humor, and insight into human nature. He is best known for The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, which blends gentle mystery with deep appreciation for culture, community, and moral wisdom. Over his prolific career, he has written more than 100 books, often highlighting kindness, patience, and the quiet strength found in everyday life — qualities that resonate deeply with the wisdom of the Crone.
Class Begins: Tuesday, September 16th
Time: 6:00PM - 7:30PM (Mountain Time)
Facilitated by Kaye Chatterton, Director of the CAW Wisdom Institute
Capacity: 15
We’ll be exploring a new book each month, with each session dedicated to a different title.
Next class: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Title: My Name Is Emilia Del Valle by Isabel Allende
Published: in 2025, 289 pages
Email us with suggestions, croneawakeningwisdom.@gmail.com
Recommend purchase of used books from Ebay.com/ or your public library.