cover image The Saturday Big Tent Wedding Party

The Saturday Big Tent Wedding Party

Alexander McCall Smith, read by Lisette Lecat. Recorded Books, unabridged, seven CDs, 8.5 hrs., $29.99 ISBN 978-1-4561-2367-3

It's a busy time for the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency as assistant detective Grace Makutsi is about to get married and must locate a pair of shoes that literally speak to her. Meanwhile, Precious Ramotswe has taken on a troubling case involving the murder of some of Botswana's beloved cattle. Additionally%E2%80%94and even more disturbing%E2%80%94both Precious and Grace have spotted what appears to be the ghost of Ramotswe's old white minivan rumbling about town. And apprentice mechanic Charlie, upon discovering that he's the father of twins, has disappeared. Lisette Lecat, a seasoned narrator of several previous books in McCall Smith's beloved mystery series, turns in another commanding performance. She deftly creates voices for every character%E2%80%94men, women, children, and even talking shoes%E2%80%94that are perfect down to the smallest detail. Lots of fun and totally charming, this winning audio version of McCall Smith's latest installment is not to be missed. A Little, Brown and Company hardcover. (March)