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The revolving door of life : a 44 Scotland Street novel  Cover Image Book Book

The revolving door of life : a 44 Scotland Street novel / Alexander McCall Smith ; Illustrations by Iain McIntosh.

McCall Smith, Alexander, 1948- (author.). McIntosh, Iain, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"Things are looking up for seven-year-old Bertie Pollock. The arrival of his spirited grandmother and the absence of his meddlesome mother—who is currently running a book club in a Bedouin harem (don’t ask)—bring unforeseen blessings: no psychotherapy, no Italian lessons, and no yoga classes. Meanwhile, surprises await Scotland Street’s grown-ups. Matthew makes a discovery that could be a major windfall for his family, but also presents a worrisome dilemma. Pat learns a secret about her father’s fiancée that may shake up her family, unless she can convince the perpetually narcissistic Bruce to help her out. And the Duke of Johannesburg finds himself in sudden need of an explanation—and an escape route—when accosted by a determined guest at a soirée. From the cunning schemes of the Association of Scottish Nudists to the myriad expressive possibilities of the word “aye,” Alexander McCall Smith guides us through the risks and rewards of friendship, love, and family with his usual inimitable wit and irresistible charm."--Provided by the publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781846973284 (hardcover)
  • ISBN: 9780345811707 (paperback)
  • Physical Description: 282 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
  • Edition: Vintage Canada edition.
  • Publisher: New York : Vintage Canada, 2016.
Subject: Apartment houses > Scotland > Edinburgh > Fiction.
Edinburgh (Scotland) > Social life and customs > Fiction.
Genre: Humorous fiction.

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  • 9 of 10 copies available at BC Interlibrary Connect. (Show)
  • 2 of 3 copies available at Sechelt/Gibsons.
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Sechelt Public Library. (Show preferred library)

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 10 total copies.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Holdable? Status Due Date
Sechelt Public Library F MCCA (Text) 33260000460718 Fiction Volume hold Available -
Gibsons Public Library FIC MCCA (Text) 30886001022959 Adult Fiction Hardcover Not holdable Lost 2017-08-12
Gibsons Public Library FIC MCCA (Text) 30886001022967 Adult Fiction Hardcover Volume hold Available -


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