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The Careful Use of Compliments: An Isabel Dalhousie Novel
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LENGTH8 hrs and 5 mins
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RELEASE DATE09-17-07
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Program TypeAudiobook
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Publisher's Summary
Woman of mystery: listen to more in the Isabel Dalhousie series.
©2007 Alexander McCall Smith; (P)2007 Recorded Books LLC
What the Critics Say
"Witty, ruminative, and wise." (The Times-Picayune)"Completely absorbing...will captivate and enthrall." (Detroit Free Press)
"Enchanting...Delicious mental comfort food...The 'intimate' city of Edinburgh is an appealing character is its own right." (Los Angeles Times)
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Shaddi Laguna Niguel, CA, United States 04-04-09 Member Since 2005- HELPFUL VOTES
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"A tip..."
I am an A.M.S. fan. I loved his No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series. The key to reading his books is really following his characters from the first book--his character development is truly exceptional and while the books aren't fast- paced, they are interesting. However, when you read his books out of sequence, they are not as engaging and in fact are a bit slow. I ordered this book not realizing that it was the 4th book in this series. I think that I would have enjoyed it more, if I had already listened to the first 3 books--this is based on my knowledge of this author. The Narrator did a great job but I don't recommend listening to this book if you haven't listened to the 1st three books.
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Joanne Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada 07-15-08 Member Since 2006
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"Another McCall Smith hit"
I am hooked on Alexander McCall Smith books and enjoy Isabel's saga alot. Although books are regularly added to the series, the next addition never seems soon enough. I am left "waiting" to find out what happens next. Always the sign of a good series I think. If you enjoy a light easy listen why not join the group of folks waiting to see what Isabel will uncover next.
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Angie Kansas City, MO, United States 03-27-08 Member Since 2005Immigration lawyer in Kansas City. I like Character driven dramas, fantasy (monsters, magic and witches oh my!) and coming of age stories. Favs include: The Book Thief, The Game of Throne series, Harry Potter Series, Dresden Files, Nightside series, anything by Neil Gaimen, 100 Years of Solitude.
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"I love Alexander McCall Smith"
I just love his books. I love his characters and how he can make books where nothing much really happens so engaging and interesting. In this selection of the Sunday Philosophy Club, Isabel Dallhausie (sp?) runs into some minor intregue involving some paintings from a Scottish painter. There is more about Her relationship with Jamie and her ever present conflict with her Niece Cat (who is pretty petulant in this story and made me want to smack her.) Davina Porter, the narrator is a pleasure to listen to as always.
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"The Careful Use of Compliments"
I love the Isabel Dalhousie series. I can't wait for the next one.
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"Getting Worse"
We listen to all Alexander McCall Smith books. This series is becoming unlistenable. Too much philosophy and no plot.
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Donald Palm Harbor, FL, United States 03-09-08 Member Since 2006
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"Bad reader, bad audio"
This is the worst reader I have heard in a long time. I am an Alexander McCall Smith addict but will lose interest if this reader stays. 'Can't understand her clipped diction and the audio quality is bad. Would like my money back if I could get it.
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