The Darling Buds of May by H.E. Bates

The Darling Buds of May

The Pop Larkin Chronicles #1

H.E. Bates

160 pages first pub 1958 (editions)

fiction classics funny lighthearted slow-paced
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When Cedric Charlton, an unsuspecting tax inspector, arrives at the door of the Pop Larkin farm, he soon forgets the purpose of his visit: the fun-loving Ma and Pop Larkin distract him at every turn with strawberries, cream, alcohol, and their att...

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Community Reviews Summary of 235 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 94%
funny 74%
relaxing 45%
hopeful 14%
adventurous 5%
inspiring 5%
emotional 2%
reflective 2%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 37%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 76% | A mix: 16% | Plot: 3% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

No: 48% | Yes: 37% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 72% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 3% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 58% | Yes: 20% | It's complicated: 16% | N/A: 4%

Average rating

3.64

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