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  • The Great Hippopotamus Hotel: No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Book 25
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The Great Hippopotamus Hotel: No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency, Book 25 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Alexander McCall Smith (Author), Bianca Amato (Narrator), Recorded Books (Publisher)
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In this latest installment of Alexander McCall Smith’s beloved No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency series, Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi take on an intriguing new case and uncover surprising truths.

In the rolling hills just outside Gaborone, surrounded by a grove of acacia trees, lies the Great Hippopotamus Hotel. With spacious rooms overlooking the Botswanan countryside and a fine and loyal staff, the hotel has served as a refuge to weary travelers for many years. But a sudden string of misfortunes threatens to ruin the hotel’s reputation. Food poisoning befalls an unlucky diner, laundry mysteriously disappears from the drying line, and a scorpion stings one of the guests. Mishap after mishap occurs, until it becomes apparent that these incidents are more than simple coincidences—something foul is afoot.

Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi are on the case to find out who could be responsible for these unfortunate events. Meanwhile, one of Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni’s most important clients has asked him to source a sports car, putting him in a ticklish position, as the man’s wife seems to be unaware of the purchase, and the client is taking great pains to keep it that way.

With a healthy dose of good humor and kindness, Mma Ramotswe and her associates must help restore the reputation of the hotel and prove that even the most difficult situations can be remedied with honesty and compassion.

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  1. Book 25 of 26
    No 1. Ladies' Detective Agency
  2. Listening Length
    8 hours and 5 minutes
  3. Author
    Alexander McCall Smith
  4. Narrator
    Bianca Amato
  5. Audible release date
    Oct. 15 2024
  6. Language
    English
  7. Publisher
    Recorded Books
  8. ASIN
    B0CZ7JMJ2H
  9. Version
    Unabridged
  10. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Book 25 of 26 No 1. Ladies' Detective Agency
Listening Length 8 hours and 5 minutes
Author Alexander McCall Smith
Narrator Bianca Amato
Audible.ca Release Date October 15 2024
Publisher Recorded Books
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0CZ7JMJ2H
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  • Anne Luckow
    5.0 out of 5 stars Feel-good read
    Reviewed in Canada on May 25, 2025
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    McCall Smith books are all delightful. Gentle studies of human nature.
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  • Veronica Devenyi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another win!
    Reviewed in Canada on January 23, 2025
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    Typical #1 Detective agency shenanigans!😁
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  • beverley henderson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love the books..Mccall Smith writes
    Reviewed in Canada on November 10, 2024
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    there isn't a book about Number 1 Ladies Detective Agency that I haven't enjoyed...there are perfect to relax with and enjoy reading about others in another part of our world !!
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  • Lin Thompson
    5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best in the series
    Reviewed in Canada on January 17, 2025
    Listened to this as an audio book,I like all of the books but this was one of my favourites. Great plot. Relaxing. Cozy. The reflections on life and people and Botswana make these books thought provoking.
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  • Jon Secaur
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another home run!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2025
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    How does Alexander McCall Smith do it -- that is, expand the world he has created and fill it with new, believable, and ultimately likable characters. This time, the major investigation had interesting twists, and Mma Makutsi, despite her impetuous lack of tact, was able to get to the truth. And for once, thank heavens, Violet Sopotho was *not* behind it all. These were all refreshing changes laid over the familiar structure of kindness and wisdom.
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    3.0 out of 5 stars Book
    Reviewed in Italy on November 13, 2024
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    Gift request and appreciated
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  • Anand
    5.0 out of 5 stars Alexander McAll Smith
    Reviewed in India on November 17, 2024
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    Great latest story form a familiar author
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  • J. R. Bennett
    5.0 out of 5 stars Like meeting up with an old friend!
    Reviewed in Australia on July 11, 2025
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    A lovely read the whole way through. Mma Ramotswe and the gang never disappoint.
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  • J. Stevenson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another wonderful novel in this series
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 20, 2025
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    Another wonderful novel from this author. Perfect inspiring and reassuring story for these troubled times! Keep on writing this series Alexander. Highly recommend
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