Mapp and Lucia by E.F. Benson

286 pages first pub 1931 (editions)

fiction classics funny lighthearted slow-paced

Description

Mapp and Lucia is the centrepiece of E.F. Benson's series of Lucia novels, bringing together the eponymous middle-aged doyennes of polite 1930s society, Miss Mapp and Miss Lucas. Previous ed.: London: Prion, 2000.

Community Reviews Summary of 127 reviews

Moods

funny 100%
lighthearted 100%
relaxing 25%

Pace

slow 50%
medium 50%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 71% | A mix: 28%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 14% | Yes: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 57% | Yes: 42%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.13

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