The Bridges of Madison County

Name: The Bridges of Madison County
Price: 7.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (5225 reviews)
Author: Robert James Waller

by Robert James Waller

Romance Literary Fiction

4.6 (5,225)

4.6 stars from 5,225 reviews. One of the highest rated Romance books we track.

184 pages~3.1 hr readPublished by Penguin Random HousePublished 1992-01-01

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Perfect for you if...

You've felt trapped by circumstance and wondered what might have been with someone you couldn't have.
You appreciate quiet, character-driven stories over plot-heavy drama.
You love romance that's bittersweet and realistic, not guaranteed to end happily.

Maybe not for you if...

You need a satisfying happy ending to feel good after finishing a book.
You prefer fast-paced plots with external conflict over internal emotional tension.
You're looking for a love story where the couple gets together and stays together.

About this book

The Bridges of Madison County tells the story of Robert Kincaid, a photographer and free spirit searching for the covered bridges of Madison County, and Francesca Johnson, a farm wife. Their encounter explores a love that cannot be, examining the longings of men and women and what it means to love and be loved so intensely that life is forever changed. Waller's novel became a bestselling work that resonated with readers worldwide, who connected with its portrayal of an impossible love—one that, if experienced, readers understand deeply.

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$1.99 – $8.99

Price has dropped 6 times over the last 6 years. Goes on sale roughly every 328 days. Typically stays discounted for 11 days.

Sales Rank

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Currently around #29K in the Kindle store — a steady mid-list seller. Climbing the charts — 31% improvement recently.

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Currently 4.6★ from 5,225 reviews

Gaining approximately 33 new reviews per month. Steady word of mouth growth. Rating has remained stable at 4.6 over the tracking period.

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This book goes on sale roughly every 328 days. Next drop estimated in about 44 weeks. Typical discount: 78% off.

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