The Stellar Debut of Galactica Macfee

44 Scotland Street, Book 17

By: Alexander McCall Smith

Narrated by: Robert Ian Mackenzie

The latest installment in the irresistibly warm and welcoming 44 Scotland Street series

Approached in the park by a shadowy figure, Angus Lordie is mistaken for a journalist and becomes privy to some controversial plans of the Scottish Parliament—but just what is he meant to do about it? At school, a new member of Bertie’s class, Galactica MacFee, quickly comes between Bertie and Olive, leaving him no choice but to skip town. And the indomitable Irene finds herself yet again in Edinburgh … but this time there might be romance in the air.

Meanwhile, Matthew invests in a brand-new Pictish Experience Centre, meant to allow residents to experience what life was like for Scotland’s mysterious early people, the Picts. And they have made a fantastic discovery—the earliest known work of Scottish literature! But what exactly do those mysterious Pictish runes say? What’s no secret, however, is that in the microcosm of 44 Scotland Street, love, generosity, and goodwill abound.

©2023 Alexander McCall Smith (P)2024 Recorded Books

The final book of the 44 Scotland Street series

A new character Galactica is introduced into Bertie's school. The characters from the previous books were there, still charming and fun but I think this was the weakest book in the series. It's still worth reading and with an uplifting ending but I think this series would have done better without this book. If you're new to the Scotland St books, don't start with this

Bertie’s Neighborhood

As always I would like more. However it was a great update on all the folks at 44 Scotland St.

Always a good listen.

AM Smith tells beautifully interwoven stories with profound messages without being didactic. This is another such story from 44 Scotland Street.

Story and characters

I feel like I know the characters. I’ve been reading about them for so long.
I will be anticipating the next 44 Scotland St book

Another sweet installment of 44 Scotland Street

School turf wars, deep throat, Irene being washed out to sea, a Pictish relic, weight watching, these are some of the stories featured in this installment. As always, the book is fun and with many funny turns, and Alexander McCall Smith uses his characters to give way to his musings over various issues and questions.