Chapters 11, 12, 13 and 14 Summary

Chapter 11, "Big Car Guilt" In the days following the successful resolution of the Patel case, Mma Ramotswe feels a twinge of guilt at accepting her substantial fee, and contemplates the differences between people's consciences (see "Quotes", p 125). These thoughts continue as the result of her conversation with a new client, Mma Pekwane, who is convinced that her husband has taken possession of a stolen car. After comparing notes with Mma Pekwane about how men tend to think women are foolish, Mma Ramotswe agrees to do as Mma Pekwane asks - return the car to its rightful owner. Mma Ramotswe consults Mr. J.L.B. Matekoni on how to identify a stolen car, and he reluctantly helps her identify the Pekwane's vehicle (see "Quotes", p. 128) and have it returned to its owner. Meanwhile, when her husband discovers it missing, Mma Pekwane suggests...