Who is Mma Ramotswe? What business does she run? Why does she tell the reader she has always vowed to never marry again? Why has Mma Ramotswe decided to marry again? What is postponing this marriage? For what reason? How does Mma Ramotswe feel about this postponement? Who does Mma Ramotswe live with? What unique problem arises with these roommates?

Who is Mma Makutsi? Why is she concerned about her financial situation? Is Mma Makutsi worried about losing her job? Why? What idea does Mma Makutsi entertain during a great deal of the novel? What inspired this idea? How does it differ from the idea that Mma Ramotswe suggested for Mma Makutsi's financial woes? Who does Mma Makutsi begin to date during this novel? What happens to that relationship?

Who is Mr. Molefelo? What happened to him to make him reflect on his life...