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Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason
- Narrated by: Imogen Church
- Length: 11 hrs and 55 mins
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Summary
The Wilderness Years are over. But not for long. At the end of Bridget Jones's Diary, Bridget hiccuped off into the sunset with man-of-her-dreams Mark Darcy. Now, in The Edge of Reason, she discovers what it is like when you have the man of your dreams actually in your flat and he hasn't done the washing-up, not just the whole of this week, but ever.
Lurching through a morass of self-help-book theories and mad advice from Jude and Shazzer, struggling with a boyfriend-stealing ex-friend with thighs like a baby giraffe, an 8ft hole in the living-room wall, a mother obsessed with boiled-egg peelers, and a builder obsessed with large reservoir fish, Bridget embarks on a spiritual epiphany. Bridget is back. V.g. The third installment in Bridget Jones' journey, Mad About the Boy, is out in October 2013.
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- Teresa McDermott
- 07-03-14
Bridget Jones at her finest - V.Good and V.funny
Where does Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
near the very top, due to Imogen Church's narration talents.
What did you like best about this story?
its funny listening to her constant thought diahorrea of self obsession. the intimate self loathing is so a plenty you can't help laughing because it becomes comical what she double questions and obsesses about.
Which character – as performed by Imogen Church – was your favourite?
Bridget herself - especially the "oooohhhh god's", "uuurrrgggg's" and drunk bridget. Bridget is closely followed by Mark, Imogen sounds like Colin Firth playing Mark Darcy.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
If had time to yes, loved listening to it, but just couldn't dedicate that much time in one go. If could have listening in one sitting would have been even better than how superb it was in pieces.
Any additional comments?
Am gutted that Imogen hasn't done the follow up in Mad about the boy. Nothing against the current actress who is doing the narration, its just having listening to the 1st 2 books one after the other, it would have been fab to have her voice continuing in the "flow and Zen".
Imogen is an outstanding voice performer and am looking forward to listening to more of her books in the future
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- Victoria
- 20-04-16
A light but funny read.
I chose this book because I had trouble sleeping and I needed to read something light and not too heavily engaging. This book is funny witty and the characters in it are a Little eccentric. Recommend this book for anybody who is seeking a light read whilst on holiday or needing to relax after work with something not too difficult to follow. I rated this book for out of five stars because some of the storyline doesn't change its course very much. Imogen The narrator is totally amazing at doing all the voices. I particularly like her voice for Magda, Mark, Rebecca, and Bridget's mum. They will surely make you laugh!
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- Keira
- 23-03-15
Great listen.
I really love this book, it was a great sequel. I am really looking forward to listening to the next one.
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- Ms. C. M. Hudspeth
- 13-11-20
brilliant
just a single girl need to read great fun great writing yet again love it
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- CC
- 22-04-16
The perfect audiobook!
Read this when first came out, but enjoyed audiobook even more. Now have to listen to rest of the 'Bridget' series! So enjoyed all the voices, the performance was brilliant.
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- S. Whitehouse
- 28-08-15
Loved it!!
Read the first one. Enjoyed listening to this sequel just as much as reading the first one. Loved Imogen Church's voice. She is an utterly charming Bridget Jones.
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- Merling Soto
- 26-05-23
Love it!
Funny, witty and very exciting. Going through the book feels really like meeting the character in detail.
One book you could listen more than once and not get tired of.
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- Anonymous
- 16-03-23
Funny but racist
I read this book in the late 90s so decided to revisit it again. I was quite surprised by the insensitive racist undertones throughout this book.
Great narration though.
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- Julie Mo
- 16-01-23
Much worse than I remembered from first time reading
Terrible! Film of same name very very loosely based on it! Waste of money. Saved only slightly by narration.
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- Birgit Zimmermann
- 15-01-23
best performance
brilliant performance by Imogen Church. best voice for the characters and for Bridget. Top
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- Sarah Martin
- 27-10-13
To Die For
Sucked me right in and couldn't pull away from my ears. Charming narrative and wonderful performance. Best of the bunch. Recommend without hesitation.
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- Tamara
- 28-11-16
Imogen Church is the best narrator!
Need I say more?! She is absolutely fabulous! The story is fabulous! Listen to it as you will laugh and stop what you are doing to just sit, listen and visualise the characters in their roles doing all sorts of funny insane and (in some cases) ridiculously true things. This story is worth it!
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- Stefanie
- 24-08-15
A surprise
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I have read the other Bridget Jone's diaries, and hooted with laughter, but when this one started it was difficult to listen to, and so different from the others. I really wondered where it would go, and how. But what a beautiful culmination of the series. I laughed.. I cried (a lot), and in the end I was enormously satisfied.
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- Lauren
- 31-01-17
Way better than the film version
What did you love best about Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason?
I was hesitant to read it since I had watched the movie first and it was a total flop, but I am so glad I did. I feel as though some of the events merged with events that were included in the first film, which may be why the film deviates so much from the book. Still, there were more suspenseful parts of the book which were sadly left out of the film. It goes without saying, the book was better than the movie.
What other book might you compare Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason to and why?
Other than its predecessor, I'd have to compare the series to an adult version of Meg Cabot's Princess Diaries. Light-hearted, humorous romps.
Which scene was your favorite?
I enjoyed the meat purse fiasco.
If you could take any character from Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason out to dinner, who would it be and why?
Mark Darcy...because I'd have to steal him away from Bridget, of course!
Any additional comments?
If you were a fan of the first book/movies, you'll enjoy it!
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- Monica
- 21-03-23
Even more funny than “B.J. Diary
Funny book, to listen to pick up my spirits in the rainy days, to enjoy youthful language and atmosphere of the nineties.
The story line much more interesting than the movie. Very disappointed about the movie completely changing the story. This book is better, than the movie!
Reading by Imogene Church is great as she modulates her voice to each character, not even mentioning her perfect diction. Totally enjoyed.
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- Annie M
- 17-05-22
Imogen Church IS Bridget
I've read Bridget Jones' Diary and the Edge of Reason a million times in the last few decades, and I was concerned that a narrator couldn't do it justice. Quite the opposite, the narrator absolutely embodied Bridget and every character perfectly. What a joy.
For the most part I like The Edge of Reason as much as the first book, with the exception of the unrelatable Thai storyline. Despite that, I still feel that Bridget is a friend that I know I can always turn to. V. G.
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- Helen Young
- 22-04-21
My best friend
Bridget Jones is my best audiobook friend, thanks to the narration by Imogen Church and the charisma of Helen Fielding. I love listening when I am feeling a bit down and need some cheering up. I’ve listened to this (and the first one in this series) audiobook countless times. It’s like having a friend right next to you.
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- Shir
- 25-12-19
A terrible sequel
A huge disappointment.
Very much enjoyed the first , third and fourth books.
Unfortunately this book was not as funny or well written. The story is badly structured, and thing are just happening without logical explanation.
Just not the same olde Bridget Jones style.
You can easily skip this one.
The only good thing is imogen church performance.
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- Catherine
- 17-10-19
Narrator
The narrator screams allot so throw is not a fall asleep listening book at all. I like the story though.
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- Kassie
- 29-10-18
I love Bridget
Having Bridget's story read to me has brought a whole new life to the character. I love listening over and over because I notice something new each time. Well written. Well performed. Thank you for this experience.