Bridge, a Passion - Part 2: Intermediate Section
By Allie Hoenstok
Take your bridge game to the next level with Bridge, a Passion - Part 2: Intermediate Section, the natural continuation of the beginner course.
Designed for players who already understand the basics of contract bridge, this book focuses on the skills that separate improving players from confident, successful competitors. Through clear explanations, practical examples, and carefully selected hands, you will learn how to think more effectively at the table and make better decisions in both bidding and play.
Inside you'll discover:
• 13 structured intermediate lessons
• Entries and communication between hands
• Finesses and card-reading techniques
• Long-suit establishment and timing
• Opening leads and defensive planning
• Signals and partnership understanding
• Counting hands and distribution
• Competitive auctions and bidding judgment
• Slam evaluation and advanced hand assessment
• Endplays and strategic thinking
• Match strategy and practical decision-making
• 50 quiz boards to test and reinforce your knowledge
Every lesson is designed to build confidence step by step, helping you develop the planning, counting, and analytical skills that strong bridge players use every day.
Whether your goal is to improve at club bridge, duplicate bridge, or simply become a better partner, this book provides a solid foundation for continued growth.
Learn. Plan. Play. Succeed Together.