Cluny Brown by Margery Sharp

Cluny Brown

Margery Sharp

276 pages first pub 1944 (editions)

fiction classics historical funny lighthearted fast-paced
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Description

Shortly before WWII 20-year-old orphan is sent by her uncle Mr. Porritt, a plumber, into "good service" on a country estate. One of the precipitating events was her having tea at the Ritz. Obviously didn\'t know her place! How worrisome! Lovely, t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 152 reviews

Moods

funny 93%
lighthearted 93%
hopeful 31%
relaxing 31%
emotional 18%
adventurous 12%
inspiring 12%
challenging 6%
informative 6%
reflective 6%
tense 6%

Pace

medium 53%
fast 26%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 46% | A mix: 40% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 60% | No: 26% | It's complicated: 13%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 21% | No: 7%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 13%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 13%

Average rating

3.73

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