• Book 1 of 8
• Paperback
• Print length: 464 pages
• Dimensions ‏: ‎8" H x 5" W x 1" L

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn comes the story of Daphne Bridgerton—the first in her beloved Regency romance series featuring the charming and powerful Bridgerton family, now a Shondaland series on Netflix.

In Regency London’s glittering ballrooms, society’s rules are rigid. A duke must be distant and commanding; a young lady should be pleasant—but not too pleasant. Daphne Bridgerton has always struggled with the latter. Kind, witty, and the fourth of eight siblings, she is well liked but never truly desired, her honesty leaving her overlooked by potential suitors.

Simon Basset, the brooding Duke of Hastings, has returned to England determined to avoid marriage and society altogether. But a chance meeting with his best friend’s sister sparks a plan: a fake courtship that will free Simon from matchmaking mamas while boosting Daphne’s reputation.

At first, the arrangement works perfectly. But in London’s ruthless world of gossip and expectations, one truth remains—love refuses to follow the rules.

Carolina
This the book that started the TV series! Julia Quinn is a bestselling author and after watching this first season, I can totally see why. I have always loved period romances and this one was hot! I admit, I only watched the series and I haven't read the books yet but I can't wait to read them all!