Queen Lucia

The story centers on Lucia, the self-proclaimed social queen of an English village, whose reign is threatened by the arrival of Olga, a glamorous diva, and a friend's newfound interest in yoga from an Indian guru. As Lucia's authority is questioned, her ego takes a hit when she realizes the guru is a fraud, just like her supposed Italian heritage. E F Benson's humorous narrative explores themes of rivalry, identity, and the absurdities of social status in the charming setting of Riseholme.