{"product_id":"berties-theory-of-ice-cream-1","title":"Bertie's Theory of Ice Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReturn to Edinburgh’s favorite community with \u003ci\u003eBertie's Theory of Ice Cream\u003c\/i\u003e—Book 18 in the globally bestselling \u003ci\u003e44 Scotland Street\u003c\/i\u003e series by beloved author Alexander McCall Smith!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Book:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003e“It's like ice cream, Mr Flynn. When you have ice cream, you need to eat it straight away, otherwise it melts. If there are people who haven't got any, you should share it, if you can.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen despair for the world grows, seven-year-old Bertie’s wise and innocent theory of ice cream reminds us to hold onto life's simple pleasures. Of course, Bertie has plenty to put up with first: at home, his mother Irene is planning intensive lessons on Irish Culture; at school, he is roped into Olive and Pansy’s formidable book group; and during a day out with his best friend Ranald Braveheart Macpherson, the boys find themselves unexpectedly crashing a wedding!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeanwhile, across Edinburgh, Bruce’s latest real estate scheme goes disastrously sideways after an ill-advised attempt to move a flat's front door; Matthew and the triplets struggle to adopt a steadfastly vegan dog at Nine Mile Burn; and Sister Maria-Fiori dei Fiore Montagna makes a startling historical discovery right in Drummond Place Gardens. Overflowing with Alexander McCall Smith's signature charm, gentle wit, and heartwarming observations on human nature, this latest installment is an absolute treat for fans and new readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBestselling Series Addition:\u003c\/b\u003e The 18th book in Alexander McCall Smith’s beloved, internationally acclaimed \u003ci\u003e44 Scotland Street\u003c\/i\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharming \u0026amp; Heartwarming:\u003c\/b\u003e Brimming with witty social satire, comforting domestic antics, and lovable Edinburgh characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhilosophical Simplicity:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the endearing wisdom of young Bertie, offering feel-good escapism at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Perfect Gift:\u003c\/b\u003e A delightful, comforting present for fans of serialized fiction, gentle humor, and contemporary cozy reads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BEETLE BOOK SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52737229357339,"sku":null,"price":594.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/2150\/0699\/files\/71_j7WIXpJL._SL1500.jpg?v=1786003440","url":"https:\/\/beetlebookshop.com\/hi\/products\/berties-theory-of-ice-cream-1","provider":"Beetle Book Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}