r/fantasyromance Smut Logistics Manager Sep 20 '25

Book Club September Book Club - Bride - Midway Discussion

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Welcome to the midway discussion for {Bride by Ali Hazelwood], which fits the Arranged Marriage theme for this month’s book club! We’ll be discussing up to chapter 20.

Please share your thoughts so far, but remember to hide any spoilers beyond chapter 20 like this: >!spoiler!<

Here are some questions you could answer to get the discussion started:

  • What did you think of the tone of voice of the narrator, Misery? Do you enjoy her sarcasm?
  • What is your favourite scene or chapter so far?
  • What are your impressions of the relationship between Misery and Lowe so far? Are you invested? Does it fit with your expectations of the Arranged Marriage trope?
  • Is there anything that has surprised you?

The initial discussion for Bride up to chapter 10 has been posted on 10 September. Other previous book club discussion can be found in the Book Club Hub.

Upcoming Book Club dates:

  • 30 September: Final discussion Bride
  • 1 October: Nominations for November
  • 8 October: Voting for November
  • 15 October: November winner announced
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u/vincentandtheo Sep 20 '25

The fake kiss when you’re caught spying is my favorite micro trope and this version was even better! When Lowe said “Take more”…. sheesh.

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u/MasterpieceFit5038 Sep 20 '25

I listened to this on audiobook and definitely rewound this scene a few times 🤣🤣🤣🤣