Reviews

The Unbearable Lightness of Scones: The New 44 Scotland Street Novel by Alexander McCall Smith, Alexander McCall Smith

kingfan30's review against another edition

4.0

Another great read from the Scotland street series. Bertie's dad actually stands up to his wife allowing Bertie to join the Cubs. The mystery over the cup is solved with a little mix up along the way, it goes to prove you should never assume. Lard even makes a bit of a return in this book, but I did miss Pat. Matthews story was a little far fetched but I still love this series, bring on the next one!

bgg616's review against another edition

4.0

I love this series and 35 in the series doesn't disappoint. Bertie still struggles with "friends" Tofu and Olivia, as well as his controlling mother. He gets a new psychotherapist, who initially seems more understanding. McCall Smith, as always, includes many many details that are particular to Edinburgh and its people. These authentic portrayals are why I continue to read and enjoy this series!
The audiobook is charmingly read by Robert Ian MacKenzie.

lisaarnsdorf's review against another edition

4.0

Just so pleasant! This 44 Scotland Street had quite a few capers and scrapes for the cast of characters to face. I really love that Ian Rankin made an appearance! As always, a delightful break from reality.

bethnellvaccaro's review against another edition

3.0

I have grown slightly tired of this series of books, but there were still some laugh out moments in this volume. If I were to start the series with this book, I probably would not be very impressed, but for people who have read from the beginning, it is worth reading.

verityw's review against another edition

3.0

Well. Not as good as some of the previous entries in this series, but still quite an entertaining read. I'll still keep an eye for the next one though.

truffe's review against another edition

emotional lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

2.5

frida28's review against another edition

funny lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No

3.5

emilyexley's review against another edition

4.0

I didn't like this one as much as the other ones in this series, but it was still enjoyable. I actually visited Scotland Street in Edinburgh in December, so that made reading this even more fun.

rebeccasreadingrambles's review against another edition

4.0

I really enjoyed this installment of the series and read through it quickly. I wonder where Pat is though....is she no longer a character in this story? Or is she just gone for now?

Matthew's honeymoon escapes were both funny and endearing. He and Eslpeth will have a lovely marriage together I think.

Bruce's story was actually very surprising. I don't think his turn around or "new outlook" will last long though. He has already found another girl and I have a feeling he will slip back into his narcissistic and dense ways.

I'm glad Big Lou has gotten herself out of the entanglement with "the pretender", but I hope she will actually find love and some happiness eventually.

Bertie, my favorite person ever is as adorable and smart as usual. He has joined the boy scouts!! I hope his life is moving in positive direction. I really hope he gets that swiss army knife one day.

Angus and Domica are being nosy and getting into trouble, as usual, which I enjoy. I hope we find out something good has happened to those puppes!

I'm ready to continue on with the story.

migrex's review against another edition

5.0

Another in the 44 Scotland Street series, and another light, but not as light as you might think, volume. Poor Bertie, will he ever get to be a little boy? And, as always, Cyril, the dog, is a funny character. I recently found out that McCall Smith also has another series which he's written in this same format (originally appearing as a serial in one of the Scottish newspapers). I maybe have to check that one out as well.