About “The unbearable lightness of scones”
The Unbearable Lightness of Scones is the latest novel in the 44 Scotland Street series by Alexander McCall Smith. It follows the continuing adventures of the series' well-loved characters. Bertie, a six-year-old boy, deals with his overbearing mother, Irene, while finding solace in the Cub Scouts. Matthew faces the challenges of married life with growing confidence. Domenica experiences loneliness despite her intellectual pursuits. Cyril, a dog with a gold tooth, faces a romantic temptation that leads to six unexpected problems for his owner, Angus Lordie. The story is set in Edinburgh and showcases the city's charm alongside its quirky residents.
Praise for “The unbearable lightness of scones”
“Just about perfect. . . . Contains a healthy helping of McCall Smith's patented charm.”
“Delightful. . . . Sweet. . . . Graceful. . . . Wonderful. . . . Alexander McCall Smith writes faster than most people read, which is good news for [his] legions of fans who rarely have to go more than a few months without a new fix of his gentle but powerfully addicting fiction.”
“Delightfully charming. . . . McCall Smith's plots offer wit, charm and intrigue in equal doses.”
Book details
- First published
- 2008
- Latest edition
- 2010 · ISBN 9780307454706
- Pages
- 344
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| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | The unbearable lightness of scones | 2010 | 9780307454706 | Buy on Amazon |
| The unbearable lightness of scones | 2010 | 9780307454706 | Buy on Amazon | |
| The Unbearable Lightness of Scones | 2010 | 9780307476746 | Buy on Amazon | |
| The unbearable lightness of scones | 2010 | 9780307454706 | Buy on Amazon | |
| The unbearable lightness of scones | 2010 | 9780307454706 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | The unbearable lightness of scones | 2010 | 9781602856851 | Buy on Amazon |
| Unbearable Lightness of Scones | 2009 | 9780748111084 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | The unbearable lightness of scones | 2009 | 9781408414859 | Buy on Amazon |
 | The unbearable lightness of scones | 2009 | 9780349121147 | Buy on Amazon |
 | The unbearable lightness of scones | 2008 | 9781846970573 | Buy on Amazon |
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is The unbearable lightness of scones?
The unbearable lightness of scones by Alexander McCall Smith has 344 pages.
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