Helpful Score: 8
I really enjoyed this book. Having seen the movie first, which is one of my favorites by the way, I found a number of differences, mostly just things that made the action happen faster, but some scenes were added even to the movie, such as the fight between Daniel and Mark. Unlike the movie, Bridget wasn't under the impression that Mark stole Daniel's fiance as happened in the movie. I was trying to figure out why this difference, but I guess it made a strong case for the dislike between the two guys very obvious. So even though the movie wasn't true to the book on a few issues, and there were some scenes in the movie that never occurred in the book, I still like them both equally. Besides, seeing the movie first, and picturing Hugh Grant (YUMMY!) in my mind whenever there was talk of Daniel, well I kinda liked that.
As I was reading, I found myself continually pointing out all the things Bridget was doing wrong with regards to dieting, time management, and so on... all the things she kept saying she was going to work on. For instance, she'd often count calories without any consideration for the food content itself. She's very disorganized and though the author claims that the reader will often think they see themselves in Bridget, I didn't find this to be the case at all with me. Instead, I found myself thinking of her as an unenlightened soul, whom as a friend, I wanted desperately to help to set her on the right path by pointing out to her all the little things she's doing wrong. LOL
This book was a very quick read. I got it read pretty much over a long weekend, even though we had friends from out of town staying at our house. It was just that easy to read in bed and not want to put down. :) I'm looking forward to the 2nd book in this series, which I should have soon.
As I was reading, I found myself continually pointing out all the things Bridget was doing wrong with regards to dieting, time management, and so on... all the things she kept saying she was going to work on. For instance, she'd often count calories without any consideration for the food content itself. She's very disorganized and though the author claims that the reader will often think they see themselves in Bridget, I didn't find this to be the case at all with me. Instead, I found myself thinking of her as an unenlightened soul, whom as a friend, I wanted desperately to help to set her on the right path by pointing out to her all the little things she's doing wrong. LOL
This book was a very quick read. I got it read pretty much over a long weekend, even though we had friends from out of town staying at our house. It was just that easy to read in bed and not want to put down. :) I'm looking forward to the 2nd book in this series, which I should have soon.
Helpful Score: 6
Well written story with wry humor. The book is MUCH better than the movie.
Helpful Score: 5
Having never seen the movie I thought I would enjoy the book, but couldn't get into it at all. I kept hoping for it to get better, for Bridget to stop wallowing in alcohol, low self esteem and food, to GET A LIFE! But she never did. The whole thing left me feeling rather flat.
Helpful Score: 5
Such a funny story. I read the book long before the movie came out. The movie didn't do it justice.
Helpful Score: 3
I didn't like this book as much as I liked its sequel. I thought it was a little choppy and I got really tired of hearing how fat Bridget thinks she is when in actuality she is not fat at all. It is laugh out loud funny in places and is worth a read.
Helpful Score: 3
"I'm a forty-something, 20-odd year married male with absolutely no connection to Bridget Jones or any of the characters in this book, and still I find it a hoot. I just love the witty phrasing and preposterous, although for many, I'm sure, realistic, situations Bridget finds herself in.
My wife and I saw the movie recently, and also the follow-up, and had to get the books, too. The storyline is basically the same, but there are many deviances from the movie, enough so that the book feels perfectly fresh and unspoiled.
If you just enjoy witty twists on the English language, you'll probably have fun with this book regardless of what you may think of the plot-line and structure. I'm certain though, that people who live a life similar to Bridget's will have even more fun reading her diary."
- W.G.
My wife and I saw the movie recently, and also the follow-up, and had to get the books, too. The storyline is basically the same, but there are many deviances from the movie, enough so that the book feels perfectly fresh and unspoiled.
If you just enjoy witty twists on the English language, you'll probably have fun with this book regardless of what you may think of the plot-line and structure. I'm certain though, that people who live a life similar to Bridget's will have even more fun reading her diary."
- W.G.
Helpful Score: 3
Lots of fun. Don't worry if you've already seen the movie; there's some different plot lines in the book.
Helpful Score: 2
Very entertaining, although I read the book before the movie, and didn't find Bridget very endearing. Then I watched the movie, and liked the book better!
Helpful Score: 2
Really great fast read. I saw the movies first and loved them. The book and movie are different but not in a bad way. I like the book better in some ways and the movie better in some ways. Highly recommended!!
Helpful Score: 2
Good fun. Loved it.
Helpful Score: 2
This book was funny and made me feel better about my petty problems. For once I'm not the only one dealing with appearance issues. Very motivating!
Helpful Score: 2
Fun, enjoyable, ultimately forgettable.
Helpful Score: 2
Oh gosh.
I'm not Bridget Jones yet, but then I'm only twenty-one. That said, I have no doubt that I will be her in five years or less. She's funny but she isn't quite witty, she longs for fun but can never get things to work as she planned (dinner party disasters? I am SO there!) and fat. Oh, the fat. I obsess about it as much as she does; luckily my wobbly bits haven't had a chance to balloon out of control but I put so little effort into maintenance but I'm certain that I will soon aggressively calorie count, measure body parts, and worry over my lack of exercise while consuming cream puffs.
Thank goodness my mother hasn't lost all her marbles for a Portuguese sex god.
Yet.
The book's funny and realistic; I am v. tempted to begin keeping of diary again. I didn't expect it to be so fun, really - I just wanted to check it out because the movie was so popular. But it was really, really enjoyable, a great explorationn of the neurotic thirtysomething. Gotta say, Bridget's a lot more fun than Carrie Bradshaw.
I'm not Bridget Jones yet, but then I'm only twenty-one. That said, I have no doubt that I will be her in five years or less. She's funny but she isn't quite witty, she longs for fun but can never get things to work as she planned (dinner party disasters? I am SO there!) and fat. Oh, the fat. I obsess about it as much as she does; luckily my wobbly bits haven't had a chance to balloon out of control but I put so little effort into maintenance but I'm certain that I will soon aggressively calorie count, measure body parts, and worry over my lack of exercise while consuming cream puffs.
Thank goodness my mother hasn't lost all her marbles for a Portuguese sex god.
Yet.
The book's funny and realistic; I am v. tempted to begin keeping of diary again. I didn't expect it to be so fun, really - I just wanted to check it out because the movie was so popular. But it was really, really enjoyable, a great explorationn of the neurotic thirtysomething. Gotta say, Bridget's a lot more fun than Carrie Bradshaw.
Helpful Score: 2
Pithy and timely, Bridget Jones is the modern Everywoman who is wading through the frogs to find her prince. Hilarious.
Helpful Score: 2
I watched the movie first and then decided to read the book. The 2 are very similar, but reading the book just makes you laugh hysterically even more so than the movie. It gets into her mind and personality even more than the movie! Funny book!
Helpful Score: 2
LOVED it. of course it's totally drivel, but if something makes you laugh, it's worthy, in my opinion.
Helpful Score: 2
Fast-moving, funny chick lit choice. Better than the movie, if you have seen that. Many laugh-out-loud moments from the dry British wit. Not too believable, but who wants that from this genre?
Helpful Score: 1
Oh my God!!! Read this book. This is laugh out loud funny. The movie was good, the book is fabulous.
Helpful Score: 1
I've never laughed so hard as I did during Helen Fielding's brilliant take on society, single women, married women, men and embarrassing mums. I am convinced that "Bridget Jones's Diary" is the perfect post-modern riposte to the nineteenth century "Pride and Prejudice."
I don't know how anyone could come out of this not loving Bridget. And Mark Darcy. And Shaz and Jude and Tom, but of course loathing Daniel and the irrepressible Pam Jones.
I read this book long before seeing the movie and I am so glad. The movie was just...okay. But the book was impossible to put down.
I don't know how anyone could come out of this not loving Bridget. And Mark Darcy. And Shaz and Jude and Tom, but of course loathing Daniel and the irrepressible Pam Jones.
I read this book long before seeing the movie and I am so glad. The movie was just...okay. But the book was impossible to put down.
Helpful Score: 1
Very good read! Enjoyed very much.
Helpful Score: 1
The one that started the whole "I'm single and miserable but I win in the end" genre of chick lit, and still the best. Easy to read, with an updated telling of "Pride and Prejudice" (the male love interest is even blessed with the surname Darcy!), this book is at times howl out loud funny. The movie stunk compared to the book, though I've heard that Helen Fielding had Colin Firth in mind when she wrote Darcy's dialogue for the book.
Anyway, yes, it's vacuous and shallow, but it's still a really fun read, even for a smug married like me.
Anyway, yes, it's vacuous and shallow, but it's still a really fun read, even for a smug married like me.
Helpful Score: 1
I was a bit disappointed in this book. Not quite as good as I had expected it to be. I don't know that I really liked Bridget all that much and in a diary format, you need to like the character to like the book. I did like the movie quite a bit so since I saw it first perhaps that spoiled the book for me.
Helpful Score: 1
What single girl can't relate to Bridget Jones, with her obsessive worrying over her size, diet, drinking habits, and boyfriend status? This is one I pick up and re-read from time to time, just to have a laugh. Her mother is impossible, her friends infectious, and her boss dreadful. A quick, easy, and entertaining "chick book." Like it a lot.
Helpful Score: 1
Comical and enjoyable.
Helpful Score: 1
Wonderful! I think I should have been British. Dry humor and sparkling wit make this one of the funniest books I've ever read. Now to rent the movies.
Helpful Score: 1
"Bridget Jones is a 30-something Singleton who is certain she would have all the answers if she could: lose 7 pounds, stop smoking, and develop Inner Poise."
This book charts an entire year of Bridget's life.. it is cleverly written and quite funny. I would recommend it.
This book charts an entire year of Bridget's life.. it is cleverly written and quite funny. I would recommend it.
Helpful Score: 1
Loved the movie, loved the book.
Helpful Score: 1
Made me laugh out loud!
Helpful Score: 1
Bridget is so real that she could easily be one of my friends. This is by far my favorite chick lit book.
Helpful Score: 1
Very few books make me laugh out loud, but this one did. I love Bridget. She is honest and goofy and hilarious. Although I enjoyed the movie it did not do the book justice. I also enjoyed the use of British slang as it added to the charm of this novel.
The quintessential Chic-Lit. With British humour to boot! I had a girlfriend who was having a bad day and loaned this to her to get her spirits back up. She didn't want to give it back so I had to get another copy from this site.
This Diary is brilliant! Simply, bloody Brilliant! This book was a riot from beginning to end and far superior to the movie (which was funny, but not nearly so). Bridget is EVERY girl surviving in Singletown! Quite certain that she's fabulous if only the world would go her way once in a while.
I love that this is a modern retelling of the classic Pride and Prejudice. Same sexy, haughty, irresistable Mr. Darcy. And ooooh, does Daniel make the naughtiest rogue!!! I was giggling through every page. As Bridget would say: v,v,v funny.
This Diary is brilliant! Simply, bloody Brilliant! This book was a riot from beginning to end and far superior to the movie (which was funny, but not nearly so). Bridget is EVERY girl surviving in Singletown! Quite certain that she's fabulous if only the world would go her way once in a while.
I love that this is a modern retelling of the classic Pride and Prejudice. Same sexy, haughty, irresistable Mr. Darcy. And ooooh, does Daniel make the naughtiest rogue!!! I was giggling through every page. As Bridget would say: v,v,v funny.
Chick novel, very entertaining.
A must-read for all Chick-Lit lovers! Bridget Jones is every woman at her worst...and occasionally her best!! =)
The book that started it all.
Very Funny!
Who doesn't love Bridget?? The book is much better than the movie.
A dazzling urban satire of modern human relations? An ironic, tragic insight into the demise of the nuclear family? Or the confused ramblings of a pissed thirty-something? Bridget Jones is everyone's favourite Londoner.
This is an entertaining funny book.
An absolutely hilarious book. I already have another copy and I certainly don't need too. The book is funnier than the movie.
Great fun!
Funny, light read. (v.g.)
This is over 15 years old, but still enjoyed reading it very much. Helen Fielding writes with such wit. With a daughter who didn't get married until she was 40 (wedding was this summer), it was a very poignant story about what it is like to be in your 30's and single. Now that she is happily married, I am recommending that she read it.
Super cute and witty! A fun read to remind women we are all a little dysfunctional!
Never laughed so hard while reading a book before!
Bridget is a 30+ singleton living in London, employed in a dead-end job, drooling over her boss and unable to loose weight despite counting calories of every morsel she eats. The analyzes every move and every breath of her prospective love interests and dissects them over drinks with her three faithful friends. Will she see that Mr. Darcy, top notch barrister, is the man for her despite being too busy dwelling on his hideous Christmas sweater? To find out we'll have to read her diary.
This is an incredibly funny book, unabashedly chick-lit and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to relax, unwind and develop some laugh lines. One can't help but sympathize with and root for Bridget, who is so self-analytical that she can't see past her doubts and the pile of self-help books and is adorable despite all her little quirks. She's a total klutz and it's amazing how she's managing to live on her own and keep a job and if she succeeds it is inevitably by stumbling into it rather than working for it. Now if only she would remember that Mr. Darcy isn't a subject of one of her men-are-from-mars books but a real man, who actually loves her, just the way she is!
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This is an incredibly funny book, unabashedly chick-lit and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to relax, unwind and develop some laugh lines. One can't help but sympathize with and root for Bridget, who is so self-analytical that she can't see past her doubts and the pile of self-help books and is adorable despite all her little quirks. She's a total klutz and it's amazing how she's managing to live on her own and keep a job and if she succeeds it is inevitably by stumbling into it rather than working for it. Now if only she would remember that Mr. Darcy isn't a subject of one of her men-are-from-mars books but a real man, who actually loves her, just the way she is!
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If you have not yet read this modern-day classic, I highly recommend it. Bridgette is fun, funny, and fun-loving. And don't assume you know the story because you saw the movie; the book is great!
I loved this book! I couldn't put it down, and ended up reading it in one day. Would recommend this book to anyone!
I love the movie but didn't care for the book. It took me a year to get through it. It has cute moments (like the Colin Firth / Pride and Prejudice references), but all of my favorite parts from the movie weren't in the book. So, if you love the movie like me, you might be disappointed in the novel.
Although I liked the second book, this one was excellent.
One of my favorites - perfect for any "lonely" female : )
Well, the movie was funnny, but I almost always enjoy the books a bit more...........
One of my favorite "chick lit" books ever! Just already have it in hardback so am getting rid of one! If you haven't read this or if you've seen the movie so you think you don't need to do both, trust me you do! It's loads better than than the movie and I love the movie!
Hilarious look at life of "singleton" in Britain. Echoing "Pride and Prejudice" in a modern way, it is a very enjoyable read.
Not exactly like the movie (they never are). Enjoyable read.
Loved it better than the movie as the movie always leaves out alot.
The book that spawned the movie of the same title.
I loved this book. From the New Years resolutions that get broken, the daily weigh-ins, the cigarette counts and all the other wacky things that happen to Bridget Jones in a year. It was a very funny, light read. The only thing that had me wondering is how can 130 pounds be considered fat?
Hilarious!
As much fun as the movie
This book is an easy and light hearted read. It will definitely make you laugh.
Very funny read. I've read both Bridget Jones books and seen the movies. All are great and hilarious. It's also a very easy and quick read.
Not my type of book, couldn't get into it enough to finish it, but it is funny for the most part.
Hilarious. Haven't seen the movie yet, so can't compare. Enjoyed book immensely though!
I enjoyed the movie much better than the book, but it is still good!
A very funny "chick lit" book. Great for a long plane ride or a day at the beach!!!
I loved this book, it was hilarious. It had me giggling in my seat and I would reccomend it to anyone.
Laugh-out-loud hilarious novel that will capture your heart from the beginning. Go Bridget!
Just as hysterical as the movie!
I've never seen the movie version of this book, but I appreciate Helen Fielding's attempts at comedy by creating a female character so flawed and jinxed, that it's impossible not to fall in love with her. I found it fun, hilarious, fresh, charming and a great read. Bridget Jones sees life from such an interesting point of view. She is crazed, loony and neurotic, yet at the same time she is like so many of us. She makes promises to herself to better her life, but usually gets distracted by someone or something else along the way. You can't help but laugh at the misfortunes and misadventures of her life. Highly recommended!
I loved this book!
Book one of the Bridget Jones series. I enjoyed this book as much as I did the movie. It was a fun easy read.
Chic-lit supreme! So funny. I think most women would love to have a friend like Bridget.
While I loved the movie, the book was a little harder to digest. Bridget's desperation was a little much for me. (Usually, I love the book and am disappointed by the movie.) However, a good friend thought the book was excellent (and enjoyed the movie as well)!
Meet Bridget Jones - a 30-something Singleton who is certain she would have all the answers if she could: 1) lose 7 pounds, 2) stop smoking, 3) develop Inner Poise.
So funny and original! great romantic comedy
I love Bridget! Super book, way better than the movie!
Absolutely hilarious modern version of Pride & Prejudice. Haven't watched the movie, but loved the book.
I'm sure everyone who'd even consider reading this one knows exactly what the story's about, so no sense wasting space explaining that. I will just say this: if your only experience with Bridget is the (excellent) movie, be prepared for a few shockers. The mother is a real piece of work, and if you thought she was bad in the flick, you ain't seen nothin' yet!
Just a fantastic book. Funny. I read it in a day... just couldn't put it down. I loved the movie that was adapted from this book too. I thought the writing-in of Colin Firth and Hugh Grant, then to have them to appear as the main charachters of the movie was brilliant. You will not be disappointed reading this book. Hurrah for the Singletons!
A fun look at the life of an thirtyish single English woman.
I just loved this, thought it was hysterically funny!
From the back cover:
"Bridget Jones's Diary is the devastatingly self-aware, laugh-out-loud daily chronicle of Bridget's permanent, doomed quest for self-improvement -- a year in which she resolves to: reduce the circumference of each thigh by 1.5 inches, visit the gym three times a week not just to buy a sandwich, form a functional relationship with a responsible adult -- and learn to program the VCR.
"Over the course of the year, Bridget loses a total of 72 pounds but gains a total of 74. She remains, however, optimistic. Through it all, Bridget will have you helpless with laughter, and -- like millions of readers the world round -- you'll find yourself shouting, 'Bridget Jones is me!'"
"Bridget Jones's Diary is the devastatingly self-aware, laugh-out-loud daily chronicle of Bridget's permanent, doomed quest for self-improvement -- a year in which she resolves to: reduce the circumference of each thigh by 1.5 inches, visit the gym three times a week not just to buy a sandwich, form a functional relationship with a responsible adult -- and learn to program the VCR.
"Over the course of the year, Bridget loses a total of 72 pounds but gains a total of 74. She remains, however, optimistic. Through it all, Bridget will have you helpless with laughter, and -- like millions of readers the world round -- you'll find yourself shouting, 'Bridget Jones is me!'"
Very funny, better than the movie! worth the read.
Very fun and funny book to read!! Loved it!
Hilarious book! I couldn't put it down and if you're like most American women, you will easily relate to Bridget Jones.
Funny stuff and a quick read.
An amusing light read. I read this at the beach on vacation and it was perfect for that.
Enjoyed this book very much. It is different than the movie version (duh) and actually funnier.
The national best seller that was made into a movie.
Laugh out loud! Loved it!
Over-rated.
this book is such a scream, a very good beach read. Bridget is much more likeable in book form than in the movie.
Hilarious...If you liked the movie, try the book
cute - easy read - funny reminder of relationship issues and daily weight struggles
Very funny and cute. My first jump into chick-lit!!
hysterical!
Loved it!
Funny, fast read.
Excellent book, very funny. Both books much better than the movies
I was pleasantly surprised by how clever this book was. I really enjoyed it.
Loved this book about self-revelation and the journey of life. Funny and self-deprecating, I was excited to hear that a movie was coming out based on this book.
This was my first foray into the "Chick Lit" genre. I didn't expect to like it as much as I did - just fun...and there's nothing wrong with that!
I've never seen the movie version of this, so I was really looking forward to enjoying the book. Jones is such a chaotic, immature thirtysomething that I had a really hard time feeling sympathy or joy for her various situations, and her mother is insufferable; it felt more like reading a psychological profile than an enjoyable piece of fiction. Two stars for clear writing and a few chuckles, but overall I wouldn't recommend.
This book was better than the movie. I really enjoyed reading the "diary" though it did take a little getting used to. Parts were quite hilarious and at other times you cringed with Bridget.
I love books in diary form. Read this a while ago. Very funny.
I was kind of disappointed, to be honest. With all the press on it, I expected it to be better than it was. I mean, it was okay, but not great, imo. I'm now reading the sequal and already I can see it's going to be better than the original.
I had a difficult time getting into this book and past most of the British terms. I don't like a book where I have to stop and think about what they are trying to tell me every few sentences. I liked the movie much better.
A glimpse inside of Bridget's head is always a treat.
Very entertaining. Not what I expected from the movie.
In the course of the year recorded in Bridget Jones's Diary, Bridget confides her hopes, her dreams, and her monstrously fluctuating poundage, not to mention her consumption of 5277 cigarettes and "Fat units 3457 (approx.) (hideous in every way)." In 365 days, she gains 74 pounds. On the other hand, she loses 72! There is also the unspoken New Year's resolution--the quest for the right man. Alas, here Bridget goes severely off course when she has an affair with her charming cad of a boss. But who would be without their e-mail flirtation focused on a short black skirt? The boss even contends that it is so short as to be nonexistent.
At the beginning of Helen Fielding's exceptionally funny second novel, the thirtyish publishing puffette is suffering from postholiday stress syndrome but determined to find Inner Peace and poise. Bridget will, for instance, "get up straight away when wake up in mornings." Now if only she can survive the party her mother has tricked her into--a suburban fest full of "Smug Marrieds" professing concern for her and her fellow "Singletons"--she'll have made a good start. As far as she's concerned, "We wouldn't rush up to them and roar, 'How's your marriage going? Still having sex?'"
This is only the first of many disgraces Bridget will suffer in her year of performance anxiety (at work and at play, though less often in bed) and living through other people's "emotional fuckwittage." Her twin-set-wearing suburban mother, for instance, suddenly becomes a chat-show hostess and unrepentant adulteress, while our heroine herself spends half the time overdosing on Chardonnay and feeling like "a tragic freak." Bridget Jones's Diary began as a column in the London Independent and struck a chord with readers of all sexes and sizes. In strokes simultaneously broad and subtle, Helen Fielding reveals the lighter side of despair, self-doubt, and obsession, and also satirizes everything from self-help books (they don't sound half as sensible to Bridget when she's sober) to feng shui, Cosmopolitan-style. She is the Nancy Mitford of the 1990s, and it's impossible not to root for her endearing heroine. On the other hand, one can only hope that Bridget will continue to screw up and tell us all about it for years and books to come.
At the beginning of Helen Fielding's exceptionally funny second novel, the thirtyish publishing puffette is suffering from postholiday stress syndrome but determined to find Inner Peace and poise. Bridget will, for instance, "get up straight away when wake up in mornings." Now if only she can survive the party her mother has tricked her into--a suburban fest full of "Smug Marrieds" professing concern for her and her fellow "Singletons"--she'll have made a good start. As far as she's concerned, "We wouldn't rush up to them and roar, 'How's your marriage going? Still having sex?'"
This is only the first of many disgraces Bridget will suffer in her year of performance anxiety (at work and at play, though less often in bed) and living through other people's "emotional fuckwittage." Her twin-set-wearing suburban mother, for instance, suddenly becomes a chat-show hostess and unrepentant adulteress, while our heroine herself spends half the time overdosing on Chardonnay and feeling like "a tragic freak." Bridget Jones's Diary began as a column in the London Independent and struck a chord with readers of all sexes and sizes. In strokes simultaneously broad and subtle, Helen Fielding reveals the lighter side of despair, self-doubt, and obsession, and also satirizes everything from self-help books (they don't sound half as sensible to Bridget when she's sober) to feng shui, Cosmopolitan-style. She is the Nancy Mitford of the 1990s, and it's impossible not to root for her endearing heroine. On the other hand, one can only hope that Bridget will continue to screw up and tell us all about it for years and books to come.
almost exactly like the movie. so if you didn't like the flick...
I loved this book.
This book is hilarious...you can totaly relate to Bridget and the agony she feels over her love life, job and family. These feelings are truely universal.
This book, along with the movie, are great!
Funny, ingenuous - makes you really like Bridget, despite her shortcoming. A really fun read.
In the course of the year recorded in Bridget Jones's Diary, Bridget confides her hopes, her dreams, and her monstrously fluctuating poundage, not to mention her consumption of 5277 cigarettes and "Fat units 3457 (approx.) (hideous in every way)." In 365 days, she gains 74 pounds. On the other hand, she loses 72! There is also the unspoken New Year's resolution--the quest for the right man. Alas, here Bridget goes severely off course when she has an affair with her charming cad of a boss. But who would be without their e-mail flirtation focused on a short black skirt? The boss even contends that it is so short as to be nonexistent.
Hilarious,especially for the single gal. I think every woman can realte to Bridget Jones.
Funny book! I read this before I had even seen the movie.
Loved it! Bridget is so real and flawed and hilariously funny. I think there is a little piece of Bridget in all women.
Bridget is every woman. Love the book and can see why the move really worked.
Hilarious! Laugh out loud funny. And, I cringe too. I'm embarrassed for her.
I love this. Totally hilarous!
Awesome, hilarious read. I guarantee you won't be able to put it down. Also check out the sequel - Bridget Jones The Edge of Reason. Love 'em both.
this was laugh out loud hysterical. A quick funny read....
Super funny - much better than the movie
Well I suppose if you're searching for this book then you probably already know what it's about. It's a good book and it's a lot better than the movie.
This is a great book, read it multiple times and it still funny!
laugh out loud funny
Has movie tie-in cover w/ Renee Zellweger.
A fun read.
This is THE book that started the Chick Lit revolution. Although I love British humor, I couldn't get into this book. I started it three times on different occasions and just couldn't get past page 50. I found Bridget to be a bit self-absorbed but I guess that's the whole point. Good thing it was in diary form. Any other way would've been wrong.
A totally FUN read!
LOVED THIS BOOK! Hilarious and painfully true!
Funny, quick read! :)
A very good read.
Surprisingly, I liked the movie more than the book.
Kind of got boring. Seemed like she talked about the same thing over and over and didn't have a very exciting ending. Maybe I felt this way because I saw the movie first?
Very funny!
Loved this book. It really is funny and very true to life.
Absolutely hysterical!
Very entertaining. Starts off just like the movie & I couldn't help but hear Renee Z.'s voice when I read it.
Cute book...funny in a very British kind of way.
This is a funny book, and definately "chick lit."
Funny???? - Its hilarious!!!
I kept seeing myself in there - so it kept hitting home - and I'm a guy! We all have these problems sometime or another, see how they can be handled (or not!). Fast read.
I kept seeing myself in there - so it kept hitting home - and I'm a guy! We all have these problems sometime or another, see how they can be handled (or not!). Fast read.
Loved it!!
Entertaining short read!!
A must read for every woman. I laughed through the entire book.
A chick lit classic.
This is the book that started the phenom of "Chick Lit" for me. Hilarious.
A lot better than the movie.
You have to read this!!! Loved it!
Not a bad book, just not high on my list
Wonderfully hilarious! Much better than the movie.
Honestly, I never read it. I got it on sale when it first came out and just am not interested in keeping it.
Never read it ... hear it was good.
A funny and inspiring story about a thirty-something, singleton who has lots of adventures and bad luck with the men...until one enchanting day....
ISBN: 0670880728 is a soft cover, ALK paper copy rather than the hardback binding that PBS lists. Verified ISBN via http://isbndb.com/
