The third book in the Mapp and Lucia series follows the adventures of Mrs. Emmeline Lucas (Lucia), a provincial snob and social climber, who comes into a legacy that enables her to expand her reach beyond the small town of Riseholme into the highest levels of London society. Lucia's ambition, vanity, and hypocrisy are on full display as she tries to navigate the unfamiliar territory of the upper class. Along the way, she encounters a cast of colorful characters, including her long-suffering husband, Georgie, and her social rival, Daisy Quantock. "Lucia in London" is a witty and satirical look at the absurdities of social class and the pursuit of celebrity.