344 pages • first pub 1934 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781903155714
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Persephone Books
Publication date: 23 October 2008
Description
The scene of this entertaining story is laid in a charming English village. The plot centers around Miss Barbara Buncle, a maiden lady who was obliged to write a book because-- as she naively explained-- her dividends were so poor. Unfortunately,...
Community Reviews Summary of 826 reviews
Moods
funny 92%
relaxing 40%
hopeful 20%
reflective 12%
adventurous 4%
inspiring 4%
mysterious 1%
Pace
slow 18%
fast 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 40% | Character: 40% | Plot: 16% | N/A: 2%Strong character development?
Yes: 48% | No: 39% | It's complicated: 11%Loveable characters?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 73% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 52% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Adult/minor relationship, Domestic abuse, Kidnapping344 pages • first pub 1934 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781903155714
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Persephone Books
Publication date: 23 October 2008
Description
The scene of this entertaining story is laid in a charming English village. The plot centers around Miss Barbara Buncle, a maiden lady who was obliged to write a book because-- as she naively explained-- her dividends were so poor. Unfortunately,...
Community Reviews Summary of 826 reviews
Moods
funny 92%
relaxing 40%
hopeful 20%
reflective 12%
adventurous 4%
inspiring 4%
mysterious 1%
Pace
slow 18%
fast 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 40% | Character: 40% | Plot: 16% | N/A: 2%Strong character development?
Yes: 48% | No: 39% | It's complicated: 11%Loveable characters?
Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 73% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 2%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 52% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 2%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Adult/minor relationship, Domestic abuse, Kidnapping