The Good Husband of Zebra Drive

The Good Husband of Zebra Drive by Alexander McCall Smith is the eighth novel in the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, set in Botswana. Precious Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi continue to take on cases at their agency, where the mysteries often reveal as much about everyday life as they do about the people being investigated.

In this instalment, mechanic J.L.B. Matekoni becomes involved in a case concerning an unfaithful husband, prompting questions about marriage, loyalty and whether someone outside a relationship can truly understand its complexities. Meanwhile, the agency's work continues to bring the characters into contact with the hopes, worries and small dilemmas of their community.

McCall Smith combines gentle mystery with warmth, wit and close observation of human behaviour. Recommended for readers who enjoy character-led crime fiction, cosy mysteries and stories grounded in community life.

Product Details

Author: Alexander McCall Smith
Series: No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency #8
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Polygon
ISBN: 9781904598985
Pages: 224
Delivery Time: 5–7 Business Days