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It’s easy to get lost in the Regency romance of Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton books. The series, set between 1813 and 1827, includes eight novels, each focusing on one of the eight Bridgerton siblings: Anthony, Benedict, Colin, Daphne, Eloise, Francesca, Gregory, and Hyacinth. These beloved romance novels are available for free on Hoopla, and all you need is your library card. Here’s a little more about Quinn’s Bridgerton series.
The Bridgerton Series in Order
Book 1: Bridgerton: The Duke & I
Book 2: Bridgerton: The Viscount Who Loved Me
Book 3: Bridgerton: An Offer from a Gentleman
Book 4: Bridgerton: Romancing Mister Bridgerton
Book 5: Bridgerton: To Sir Phillip, with Love
Book 6: Bridgerton: When He Was Wicked
Book 7: Bridgerton: It’s in His Kiss
Book 8: Bridgerton: On the Way to the Wedding
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Each of the eight installments of the Bridgerton series is available in eBook and audiobook formats. You can read Julia Quinn’s books on your phone, tablet, or computer, or you can listen to them for an even more immersive experience. And speaking of immersive experience, Hoopla has music from the Bridgerton Netflix series—the perfect soundtrack for your reading!
Main Themes of the Bridgerton Series
The Bridgerton book series follows the romantic adventures of eight siblings, exploring love, family loyalty, and societal expectations. Themes include friendship blossoming into romance, healing from past wounds, defying rigid class norms, and the influence of gossip and reputation on relationships and social standing.
Main Characters in the Bridgerton Series
The series is about the eight Bridgerton siblings, with each one featured in his/her own book.
Daphne Bridgerton: The fourth child, known for her kindness and wit. She enters a fake courtship with Simon to boost her prospects, resulting in genuine love. (Featured in book 1)
Anthony Bridgerton: The eldest brother and current viscount, who decides to marry for duty rather than love, picking Kate’s younger sister. (Book 2)
Benedict Bridgerton: The artistic second brother who falls for a mysterious woman at a masquerade ball. (Book 3)
Colin Bridgerton: The charming third brother who travels often and takes years to realize his best friend, Penelope, is his perfect match. (Book 4)
Eloise Bridgerton: An intellectual, outspoken woman who prefers her own mind to society’s rules, eventually running away to marry a man she corresponded with. (Book 5)
Francesca Bridgerton: The quietest sibling who, after being widowed young, finds a deep, passionate love with her late husband’s cousin. (Book 6)
Hyacinth Bridgerton: The youngest, smartest, and most outspoken Bridgerton girl. (Book 7)
Gregory Bridgerton: The romantic last sibling who believes in true love and tries to win a woman who is not meant for him. (Book 8)
Summaries of Each Book in the Bridgerton Series
Here’s what you can expect from each installment of Bridgerton:
Book 1: Bridgerton: The Duke & I
In Regency London’s strict society, children of aristocrats learn to follow countless rules, from how to curtsey to how to behave. Daphne Bridgerton, kind and witty but too honest for romance, struggles to fit in. Simon Basset, the aloof Duke of Hastings, proposes a fake courtship to protect them both, leading to unexpected love.
Book 2: Bridgerton: The Viscount Who Loved Me
In 1814, Anthony Bridgerton, London’s most elusive bachelor, surprises everyone by deciding to marry. But his biggest challenge isn’t the proposal. It’s Kate Sheffield, his fiancée’s fiercely protective sister. Kate tries to stop the engagement, yet finds herself irresistibly drawn to the charming rogue.
Book 3: Bridgerton: An Offer from a Gentleman
Sophie Beckett never expected to sneak into Lady Bridgerton’s famous masquerade ball, or meet her “Prince Charming” there! Though treated like a servant by her stepmother, dancing with the charming Benedict Bridgerton makes her feel like royalty. Now, Benedict is determined to find and marry his mysterious, enchanting dance partner.
Book 4: Bridgerton: Romancing Mister Bridgerton
Colin Bridgerton, London’s most charming bachelor, returns from abroad to find that Penelope Featherington, his best friend’s longtime admirer, has secrets that surprise him. As they grow closer, Colin must decide if she’s a threat…or his chance at true happiness.
Book 5: Bridgerton: To Sir Phillip, with Love
Sir Phillip expected Eloise Bridgerton to be quiet and unassuming; she was anything but. Spirited and clever, she challenges him at every turn. Yet as they spend time together, sparks fly, and Eloise begins to wonder if this rugged, imperfect man could be her perfect match.
Book 6: Bridgerton: When He Was Wicked
For Michael Stirling, London’s most notorious rake, love struck the moment he saw Francesca Bridgerton. Despite her impending marriage, he fell instantly and completely. Now, with her free and him an earl, desire and passion threaten to break the boundaries of friendship.
Book 7: Bridgerton: It’s in His Kiss
Gareth St. Clair, hurt by a cold father and unexpected heir to his title, struggles with family secrets. When he meets Hyacinth Bridgerton, her charm and Italian skills help unlock a mysterious diary. Along the way, they discover a love more valuable than hidden treasure.
Book 8: Bridgerton: On the Way to the Wedding
Gregory Bridgerton believes in true love and thinks he’s found it, but the woman he pursues loves another. With help from her clever friend, Lady Lucinda Abernathy, both hearts are tested, leading Gregory to realize it’s Lucy, not Hermione, who truly holds his heart.
Put Your Bridgerton Knowledge to the Test With Some Trivia
Q. Which Bridgerton Book is Season three of the series based on?
Book Four: Romancing Mr. Bridgerton
Q. Who is the Father of Marina Thompson’s Child?
Sir George Crane
Q. In The Viscount who Loved Me, what game do the Bridgertons play?
Pall Mall
Q. What is the real identity of Lady Whistledown’s identity?
A. Penelope Featherington
Q. What is the name of the modiste?
A. Genevieve Delacroix
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