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The World According to Bertie

44 Scotland Street seriesbook 4 of 12Next:The Unbearable Lightness of Scones(2008) →

'The World According To Bertie' is the fourth in the series and revolves around the many colourful characters that come and go at No. 44 Scotland Street. McCall Smith handles the characters with his customary charm and deftness.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 368 pages

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