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Glasgow for Bertie is the promised land. The city of pies and Irn Bru, far from his controlling mother, Irene – his place of escape. But how will he respond to the news of the proposed merging of Edinburgh and Glasgow? A new member of Bertie’s class at school is causing ripples in his social circle. She is called Galactica MacFee and is going to be a match for Olive and her lieutenant, Pansy.

And, an incredible new discovery: a Pictish stone, that is said to have the first-know written poem carved into it is the talk of the town. But, when the poem is eventually translated, it is thought it is best to keep it under wraps.

In this new instalment in the perennially popular 44 Scotland series, we are back in the world of Angus and Domenico, Bruce, Matthew and Elspeth, and, of course, Bertie and his friend Ranald Braveheart Macpherson. Filled with Alexander McCall Smith’s trademark wit, warmth and humour, this new book is a must-read.



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'For me these books are a tribute to kindness and empathy. Fabulously entertaining, witty, and thoughtful, The Stellar Debut of Galactica MacFee joins the 44 Scotland Street family with aplomb'

-- Liz Robinson * LoveReading, Book of the Month *

'As ever, there's a gentle, weaving narrative that is endlessly poetic and thought-provoking'

* Scottish Field, 5 Stars *

'A delightful read... This is guaranteed to cheer you up on a cold Winter's evening'

-- Jenny Itzcovitz * Sixtyplussurfers *

The Stellar Debut of Galactica MacFee: The New 44

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      Publisher: Birlinn General
      Publication Date: 02/11/2023
      ISBN13: 9781846976414, 978-1846976414
      ISBN10: 1846976413

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Glasgow for Bertie is the promised land. The city of pies and Irn Bru, far from his controlling mother, Irene – his place of escape. But how will he respond to the news of the proposed merging of Edinburgh and Glasgow? A new member of Bertie’s class at school is causing ripples in his social circle. She is called Galactica MacFee and is going to be a match for Olive and her lieutenant, Pansy.

      And, an incredible new discovery: a Pictish stone, that is said to have the first-know written poem carved into it is the talk of the town. But, when the poem is eventually translated, it is thought it is best to keep it under wraps.

      In this new instalment in the perennially popular 44 Scotland series, we are back in the world of Angus and Domenico, Bruce, Matthew and Elspeth, and, of course, Bertie and his friend Ranald Braveheart Macpherson. Filled with Alexander McCall Smith’s trademark wit, warmth and humour, this new book is a must-read.



      Trade Review

      'For me these books are a tribute to kindness and empathy. Fabulously entertaining, witty, and thoughtful, The Stellar Debut of Galactica MacFee joins the 44 Scotland Street family with aplomb'

      -- Liz Robinson * LoveReading, Book of the Month *

      'As ever, there's a gentle, weaving narrative that is endlessly poetic and thought-provoking'

      * Scottish Field, 5 Stars *

      'A delightful read... This is guaranteed to cheer you up on a cold Winter's evening'

      -- Jenny Itzcovitz * Sixtyplussurfers *

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