About the book
In this installment of the beloved Isabel Dalhousie series, Isabel is called upon to navigate complex social situations both at home and in her community.
A new baby brings an abundance of joy to Isabel and her husband, Jamie—but almost-four-year-old Charlie refuses to acknowledge Magnus, and Isabel struggles to impress upon her older son the patience and understanding that have guided her throughout her own life.
These are the very qualities that bring Bea Shandon, an old acquaintance, to seek Isabel’s help. Something of a matchmaker, Bea has introduced a wealthy female friend to a cosmetic surgeon, but soon uncovers information leading her to doubt his motives. Isabel agrees to find out more, but as her enquiries take an unexpected turn, she starts to wonder whom exactly she should be investigating. As ever, Isabel’s intelligence, wit, and empathy come to her aid as she grapples with issues like friendship and its duties, the obligation of truthfulness, and the importance of perspective.
Editions of A Distant View of Everything
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780307908940
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780345808677
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780804169929
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781524780159
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780345808684
- EBook
- ISBN 9780307908957
- EBook
- ISBN 9780345808691
Read an Excerpt
In this installment of the beloved Isabel Dalhousie series, Isabel is called upon to navigate complex social situations both at home and in her community.
A new baby brings an abundance of joy to Isabel and her husband, Jamie—but almost-four-year-old Charlie refuses to acknowledge Magnus, and Isabel struggles to impress upon her older son the patience and understanding that have guided her throughout her own life.
These are the very qualities that bring Bea Shandon, an old acquaintance, to seek Isabel’s help. Something of a matchmaker, Bea has introduced a wealthy female friend to a cosmetic surgeon, but soon uncovers information leading her to doubt his motives. Isabel agrees to find out more, but as her enquiries take an unexpected turn, she starts to wonder whom exactly she should be investigating. As ever, Isabel’s intelligence, wit, and empathy come to her aid as she grapples with issues like friendship and its duties, the obligation of truthfulness, and the importance of perspective.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Distant View of Everything about?
In this installment of the beloved Isabel Dalhousie series, Isabel is called upon to navigate complex social situations both at home and in her community.
A new baby brings an abundance of joy to Isabel and her husband, Jamie—but almost-four-year-old Charlie refuses to acknowledge Magnus, and Isabel struggles to impress upon her older son the patience and understanding that have guided her throughout her own life.
These are the very qualities that bring Bea Shandon, an old acquaintance, to seek Isabel’s help. Something of a matchmaker, Bea has introduced a wealthy female friend to a cosmetic surgeon, but soon uncovers information leading her to doubt his motives. Isabel agrees to find out more, but as her enquiries take an unexpected turn, she starts to wonder whom exactly she should be investigating. As ever, Isabel’s intelligence, wit, and empathy come to her aid as she grapples with issues like friendship and its duties, the obligation of truthfulness, and the importance of perspective.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in A Distant View of Everything?
Fiction > Crime and / or mystery fiction > Crime and mystery: women sleuths / detectives
Where can I read a sample of A Distant View of Everything?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780307908940
Is A Distant View of Everything part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Isabel Dalhousie Series
Who is/are the Author/s of the book A Distant View of Everything?
Alexander McCall Smith
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
A Distant View of Everything is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780307908940) and hardcover(ISBN 9780345808677) and paperback(ISBN 9780804169929) and paperback(ISBN 9781524780159) and paperback(ISBN 9780345808684) and ebook(ISBN 9780307908957) and ebook(ISBN 9780345808691)
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