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Sunshine on Scotland Street

By: Alexander McCall Smith
Narrated by: Robert Ian Mackenzie
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Once more, we catch up with the delightful goings-on in the fictitious 44 Scotland Street from Alexander McCall Smith. With customary charm and deftness, Alexander McCall Smith gives us another instalment in this popular series, now running in its eighth season in The Scotsman.

©2012 Alexander McCall Smith (P)2014 Recorded Books

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Rewarding As Always

The beginning of this book was most promising; I could happily have accompanied Angus and Domenica throughut the novel. We begin with Angus bumbling about on the morning of his wedding, and his delightful character sings. I was fine with following the many other characters about while Angus and Domenica embark on honeymoon, but I waited eagerly for their return. The book had a finality to it. I would enjoy following other characters--especially poor Bertie who needs to age a bit--but if not, I also feel satisfied and the series feels complete.

I am surprised at needing to make one critical comment. For some very strange reason, the author--not even disguised as a character--tirades against the world of felines so loved by many readers. As a cat owner, I observe, in Smith's unwarranted ramblings off-topic, an immensely inaccurate judgement and a sad lack of knowledge and experience with these gentle animals. He calls them non-trustworthy, non-adoring, and non-companiable! He couldn't be more misguided. In all of his writings it has appeared to me that Smith is a promoter of liberality and patience in dealing with ignorance and suggests, instead, pursuing understanding of characters--and, er--pets. While I am content to believe his tribute to dogs as companions is worthy of my respect, I am sad to see that he has never been held accountable for doing the same towards cats.

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This deserves 10 stars!

What made the experience of listening to Sunshine on Scotland Street the most enjoyable?

Alexander McCall Smith is unequalled as writer. His books are masterpieces – and Sunshine on Scotland Street does not disappoint. Psychologically, philosophically, sociologically and soulfully, The characters we have come to know and love in Edinburgh move forward on their journey with Smith's customary charm, wit and are fascinating. Bravo!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Sunshine on Scotland Street?

It's impossible to narrow it down to one memorable moment. -- every character has memorable moments throughout the book.

Have you listened to any of Robert Ian Mackenzie’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This is the only one I have heard to my millage.

If you could take any character from Sunshine on Scotland Street out to dinner, who would it be and why?

Probably Bertie– And after dinner I would kidnap him! Smith has made looking into this child's mind pure delight.

Any additional comments?

I can recommend this book strongly enough! It's a must read! Thank you, Alexander McCall Smith, for making the literary world a much deeper, richer, brighter place.

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Another enchanting addition to this series

What did you love best about Sunshine on Scotland Street?

Being able to spend time again with the cast of characters. I would have liked a bit more of Pat, but this series just keeps one wanting more and more.

What did you like best about this story?

The adventures of Bertie and the manipulative ways of Irene, his mum. It was entertaining that the husband finally stood up a bit. Comical, yet so real.
I also always like the attention AMS pays to architecture and societal customs and changes.

Have you listened to any of Robert Ian Mackenzie’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes, all in the series. He is talented.

Who was the most memorable character of Sunshine on Scotland Street and why?

This was answered above. In general, I cannot pin it down to one event. Not possible. The overall is the total of my enjoyment.

Any additional comments?

I only wish it was longer! I hope the next one will not take so very long to be available on Audible.

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great visit with quirky characters

I thoroughly enjoy this series by Mr. McCall Smith. The narrator adds a great dimension of Scotland to the book. The characters are a delight to read about as they wrestle with life's problems.

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Always enjoyable

As always I love the characters and the storylines. I especially love the narrator

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Still in love with this series

Another lively, comforting installment of the 44 Scotland Street series. As always, it was beautifully written and narrated and I enjoyed listening to it immensely.

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Another great listen!

What made the experience of listening to Sunshine on Scotland Street the most enjoyable?

I love the way Robert Ian Mackenzie reads these. After listening to several in the series I feel I know the characters as he portrays them.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Sunshine on Scotland Street?

Probably when Bruce meets his double. There's lot of silly soap opera type stuff in these novels but in a good way.

Which character – as performed by Robert Ian Mackenzie – was your favorite?

Always Bertie. Such a sweet angel!

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Life in Edinburgh

Any additional comments?

I'm on the last of these now - what will I do when it ends? Maybe listen to the whole series again!

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Once again…

This was another hit. There were only 2 chapters I didn’t like because they grossed me out. Yuck. But the rest was delightful as usual.

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Five stars?

even with the seemingly unremitting presence of the supercilious Irene Pollock and the consistent misfortune of Bruce I find the views of A.M.S. which he so liberally bestows upon us, irresistible.

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Now we are going from sweet to obsurd

Mr. mr. McCall Smith has always had a problem with time. Bertie has now been six for between 3 and 4 years. Bruce aged from 27 to 29 in a span of a few weeks. As this is not sci fi or fantasy, I find this disturbing. I think it would be better if we got to see changes as Bettie ages.....it would be much more interesting......and Bruce's story.......PLEASE!!!! I may be done with this series. what a shame.

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