1 / 5The Two Lives of Lydia Bird by Josie Silver
The Two Lives of Lydia Bird is a romantic novel by Josie Silver about Lydia, whose fiancé Freddie dies shortly before their wedding. The story follows her through grief and an extraordinary chance to revisit life with him, while someone in her new life gives her a reason to stay.
At a glance
- A romance that combines grief and a second-chance premise.
- The listing describes a story in which Lydia gets another chance at her old life with Freddie, while a new connection complicates that choice.
- The book is listed in English with a print length of 448 pages.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The premise brings romantic choices together with a story about loss and rebuilding a life.
- Customer feedback describes the writing as engaging and the story as emotionally affecting.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Penguin |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 5 Mar. 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 448 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0241986165 |
| ISBN-10 | 0241986168 |
| Weight listed | 310 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12.9 x 2.7 x 19.8 cm |
What to know before buying
- The listing identifies the book as a romantic story involving grief. Readers who prefer lighter romance may want to consider that emotional focus before choosing it.
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the emotional story, romance, writing and engaging pace. Readers are also reported to find it heartbreaking while offering a hopeful perspective on grief and love. That response suits buyers seeking an emotionally involved romance, though its grief-focused premise may not fit readers after an uncomplicated or light read.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the writing and describes the story as engaging and engrossing.
- Readers are reported to appreciate the romance and hopeful treatment of grief and love.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Two Lives of Lydia Bird about?
The listing describes Lydia losing her fiancé Freddie in an accident, then getting another chance at her old life with him as a new relationship enters her life.
Who wrote The Two Lives of Lydia Bird?
The listing identifies Josie Silver as the author.
What format and language are listed?
The product details give a print length of 448 pages and list the language as English.
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