A feelgood romantic comedy by Australia's bestselling romance writer.
The Other Bridget is a feelgood romantic comedy, perfect for reading with your book club. Following a librarian named Bridget Jones (yes, like the character), the book charts her course as she navigates her relationship with two potential love interests: the charming barista and her grumpy neighbour. Will Bridget’s life finally mirror the romance novels she loves reading so much?
Discussion points and questions
- Bridget believes that, due to her name, she has been placed under a romance ‘curse’. Do you think her view is justified?
- ‘Love happens when you’re least expecting it.’ Discuss.
- Are dating apps a blessing or a curse for singles?
- What’s the best meet-cute you have ever heard of or experienced yourself?
- Do you think the romance genre gets a bad rap?
- Who was your favourite Bookstar member and why?
- Do you agree with Bridget that books have the power to change lives? Is there a book that has changed yours?
- What do you think is the greatest romance novel of all time?
- Have you ever seen a film adaptation that’s better than the book?
- Discuss the importance of friendship in the novel. Which friendship was your favourite?
- Are little white lies ever okay if they’re told with good intent?
- What do you think Janine means when she says, ‘You can decide to be the hero of your own story rather than the victim’?
- Do you agree with Bridget’s friends when they tell her ‘No one deserves a happy ever after more than you do?’
- Have you read any other Rachael Johns novels? Which is your preferred genre of hers, and why?
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