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Literary Fiction · Light

A single woman’s year in a diary of calories, cigarettes and Mr Darcy

Bridget Jones’s Diary

by Helen Fielding

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1996Easy readFast pace

What it is about

Bridget Jones, a thirtysomething Londoner, keeps a diary of her resolutions, her weight and her love life, with the arrogant Mark Darcy hovering. Fielding’s 1996 novel was inspired by Pride and Prejudice.

Who will enjoy it

Readers who enjoy literary fiction that puts character and language first, with a light mood and a fast pace. It is an easy read.

Themes: Romance · Humour · London

Screen adaptation

Bridget Jones’s Diary (2001)

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About the author

Helen Fielding1 book on Tori Books

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