Lindsey Reviews: This Twenty Something Life - Jon Rance

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This Twentysomething Life: A sort-of prequel to This Thirtysomething Life


This Twenty Something Life



Jon Rance



2014




This is a prequel to John Rance’s immensely popular “This Thirty Something Life.”  It tells the story of Harry Spencer who in two weeks, is about to marry his fiancée Emily and takes the form of a diary.  Harry, in the build up to the wedding, decides to keep a diary (or blog as he prefers, diaries are just sad) to reveal his innermost thoughts.   He tells of the nervousness he feels, his feelings that he may not be ready for marriage, his father in law’s dislike of him and more importantly, the accuracy of the weatherman’s weather reports.  Is there life after marriage? This is an insight into the chaos and emotions in the run up to a wedding but from a male point of view.



This was just fab.  Harry is hilarious and like a male Bridget Jones.  Harry is immensely likeable as a character and the escapades he relays on the run up to his big day are just so wonderfully written and make for some genuine laugh out loud moments.  Indeed, the writer’s portrayal of his character makes you   wish you had him as a male friend.



Brilliantly written, hilarious and touching.  Perfect for fans of Tony Parsons and Mike Gayle and those who love male chick lit.




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