Discuss the diary format of Bridget Jones's Diary. How does the format affect the story? Does it increase or decrease your enjoyment of the book?

Discuss whether Bridget is a tragic character.

Discuss your mental picture of Bridget's appearance. The author never describes her appearance. Discuss the significance of the absence of a description of Bridget.

Bridget and her friends regularly rant about the bias against Singletons. Do you think this is a valid feeling on their part? Discuss whether single people are unnecessarily criticized or looked down upon.

Discuss what part of Bridget's character enables her to continually pick herself up and continue, even after all the failures, embarrassments and inadequacies.

Discuss whether you believe Bridget will ever get married. How will marriage change her character?

Discuss Bridget's relationship with Mark Darcy. Are they suited to one another?

Did Bridget's and her friends'...