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A review by dmeiners
The Other Bridget by Rachael Johns
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
The Other Bridget is a delightful romcom set in Australia. Although there are definite nods to the namesake, it's a unique tale that doesn't rely solely on the other novel. The author's love of fiction is clear in the book, offering a wide variety of selections that are fun to clock if you've read them and provide a nice tbr if you haven't.
I will say, there are a LOT of side plots from minor characters. I do think the novel would have benefitted from a few being cut, but they didn't stop me from having a fun time overall.
The epilogue was a CHOICE. A bold, bold choice.
What it lacks in spice it makes up for with heart and banter.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bloodhound Books for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
I will say, there are a LOT of side plots from minor characters. I do think the novel would have benefitted from a few being cut, but they didn't stop me from having a fun time overall.
The epilogue was a CHOICE. A bold, bold choice.
What it lacks in spice it makes up for with heart and banter.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bloodhound Books for an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Child death, and Eating disorder
references to previous eating disorder, recovery from eating disorder, references ptsd, cancer (minor character), stroke (minor character), pregnancy complications (minor character), child death (minor character)