A review by kategci
Mapp and Lucia by E.F. Benson

3.0

I picked this for one of my book groups as we had been reading very heavy, intense books and we needed something lighter. We meet next week so I'll learn then what everybody else thinks, but I think it fit the bill perfectly. Set small town England in the 1930s, Lucia who is coming out of mourning, decides to vacation in a nearby small town. Bringing her close friend and confidante, George, Lucia enters Tilling and quickly becomes the center of attention. Much to the chagrin of Miss Elizabeth Mapp who has been ruling the social aspect of Tilling for years, Lucia quickly becomes beloved. Their rivalry is funny and enjoyable! This book was perfect to read between the heavier, weightier books that I usually read and enjoy.