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Mad About the Boy (Bridget Jones, #3)

Helen Fielding
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Mad About the Boy (Bridget Jones, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Helen Fielding

Mad About the Boy (Bridget Jones, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Mad About the Boy by Helen Fielding follows Bridget Jones as a single mother navigating her 50s, re-entering the dating world, and dealing with modern technology. The book continues the humorous and relatable journey of Bridget's life, capturing the challenges and triumphs she faces.

Reviews & Readership

3.6

68,459 ratings

51%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

18%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Helen Fielding's Mad About the Boy is generally praised for its humor and the relatable, evolving character of Bridget Jones. Positive reviews highlight Fielding's witty writing and emotional depth. However, some critics find the plot predictable, and opinions on the book's exploration of modern themes are mixed. Mixed reviews acknowledge both the nostalgic charm and occasional datedness of the narrative.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mad About the Boy (Bridget Jones, #3)?

Readers who enjoyed Bridget Jones's Diary by Helen Fielding or Confessions of a Shopaholic by Sophie Kinsella will find Mad About the Boy appealing. Targeting a predominantly female audience, it combines humor, romance, and modern life's ups and downs, making it perfect for fans of witty, relatable narratives.

3.6

68,459 ratings

51%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

18%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 2010s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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