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Robert James Waller

The Bridges of Madison County

Robert James WallerFiction | Novella | Adult | Published in 1992

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Robert James Waller

The Bridges of Madison County

Fiction | Novella | Adult | Published in 1992
Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novella • Fiction

Setting

Iowa • 1960s

Theme
Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Bridges of Madison County by Robert James Waller, a world-traveling photographer, Robert Kincaid, and a farmer's wife, Francesca Johnson, experience a sudden, intense romance when they meet in Madison County, Iowa, while her family is away. Over a few days, they form a deep connection, but Francesca ultimately chooses her family, leading to a poignant parting.

Romantic

Bittersweet

Emotional

Melancholic

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

3.7

100,003 ratings

60%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

In The Bridges of Madison County, Robert James Waller crafts a poignant love story that resonates with readers through its lyrical prose and deep emotional connection. While many praise its romanticism and evocative descriptions, others find the plot predictable and the characters underdeveloped. Overall, it's a divisive but touching narrative about love and choices.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Bridges of Madison County?

Readers who enjoy poignant, emotional love stories will be captivated by Robert James Waller’s The Bridges of Madison County. Fans of Nicholas Sparks’ The Notebook and Audrey Niffenegger’s The Time Traveler's Wife will appreciate its timeless romance and rich emotional depth within the tapestry of an evocative Midwestern setting.

3.7

100,003 ratings

60%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

192

Format

Novella • Fiction

Setting

Iowa • 1960s

Theme
Publication Year

1992

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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