Because of Miss Bridgerton: A Bridgerton Prequel
Mar 2016 · Hachette UK
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RETURN TO THE WORLD OF THE BRIDGERTONS . . .
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A generation before the Bridgertons, there were the Rokesbys . . .
Everyone expects Billie Bridgerton to marry one of the Rokesby brothers, and she's not opposed: their families have been neighbours for centuries. There is only one Rokesby Billie absolutely cannot tolerate: George. He may be the eldest, and heir to the earldom, but he's arrogant, annoying and she's certain he detests her. Which is perfectly convenient, as she can't stand the sight of him, either.
But when Billie and George are quite literally thrown together, a whole new sort of sparks begin to fly. And when these lifelong adversaries finally kiss, they just might discover that the one person they can't abide is the one person they can't live without . . .
Return to the world of the Bridgertons with this first book in a dazzlingly witty prequel series from Sunday Times bestselling author Julia Quinn, featuring the ancestors of the Bridgertons you know and love.
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Find out why readers love Julia Quinn . . .
'Quinn writes delightfully fast-paced, funny, sparkling and bright romance' Romantic Times
'The next best thing to Georgette Heyer' Gloss
'A smart, funny touch. . . reminiscent of Helen Fielding' Time Magazine
'Powered by a surfeit of dazzling wit and graced with a cast of unforgettable characters' Booklist
'A smart, funny touch. . . reminiscent of Helen Fielding' Time Magazine
'Quinn is incomparable! The latest addition to her beloved Bridgerton series is funny, charming, witty and wildly romantic' RT Book Reviews
'Like an episode of Downtown Abbey mixed with a great rom-com' iBooks Best Books of March
'Julia Quinn is one of the best historical romance novelists of our time' Heroes and Heartbreakers
'Quinn excels in writing stories full of joy and delight, where laughter trembles on the edges' Happy Ever After
'Quinn is a master of historical romance' Entertainment Weekly
'Full of wit, charm and smouldering attraction . . . an unputdownable story that I think romance fans will treasure' Harlequin Junkie
'This book was an utter delight . . . I just loved it' Love in a time of Feminism
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A generation before the Bridgertons, there were the Rokesbys . . .
Everyone expects Billie Bridgerton to marry one of the Rokesby brothers, and she's not opposed: their families have been neighbours for centuries. There is only one Rokesby Billie absolutely cannot tolerate: George. He may be the eldest, and heir to the earldom, but he's arrogant, annoying and she's certain he detests her. Which is perfectly convenient, as she can't stand the sight of him, either.
But when Billie and George are quite literally thrown together, a whole new sort of sparks begin to fly. And when these lifelong adversaries finally kiss, they just might discover that the one person they can't abide is the one person they can't live without . . .
Return to the world of the Bridgertons with this first book in a dazzlingly witty prequel series from Sunday Times bestselling author Julia Quinn, featuring the ancestors of the Bridgertons you know and love.
________________
Find out why readers love Julia Quinn . . .
'Quinn writes delightfully fast-paced, funny, sparkling and bright romance' Romantic Times
'The next best thing to Georgette Heyer' Gloss
'A smart, funny touch. . . reminiscent of Helen Fielding' Time Magazine
'Powered by a surfeit of dazzling wit and graced with a cast of unforgettable characters' Booklist
'A smart, funny touch. . . reminiscent of Helen Fielding' Time Magazine
'Quinn is incomparable! The latest addition to her beloved Bridgerton series is funny, charming, witty and wildly romantic' RT Book Reviews
'Like an episode of Downtown Abbey mixed with a great rom-com' iBooks Best Books of March
'Julia Quinn is one of the best historical romance novelists of our time' Heroes and Heartbreakers
'Quinn excels in writing stories full of joy and delight, where laughter trembles on the edges' Happy Ever After
'Quinn is a master of historical romance' Entertainment Weekly
'Full of wit, charm and smouldering attraction . . . an unputdownable story that I think romance fans will treasure' Harlequin Junkie
'This book was an utter delight . . . I just loved it' Love in a time of Feminism
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4.5
53 reviews
Alison Robinson
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July 30, 2018
Billie Bridgerton should have been born a man. She loves nothing more than striding the land with her father's bailiff, improving crop yields and ensuring the estate runs smoothly. Her loving mother has resigned herself to the fact that Billie wears mens britches when out and about on the estate but insists on dresses for things like church, dinner and visiting neighbours. The Bridgertons' nearest neighbours are the Rokesbys. Billie was best friends with Mary Rokesby before her marriage and the two of them were firm friends with Mary's brothers Andrew and Edward, only the stuffy older brother George and the youngest siblings didn't partake in their rough and tumble games. Which makes it all the more galling when Billie is stuck on a barn roof and the only person who can help her down is disapproving George, Lord Kennard. George always felt his position as the heir set him apart from his siblings, he wasn't allowed to play with them and the Bridgerton girl, instead he was forced to accompany his father and learn about running the estate. Then as an adult he wasn't allowed to fight for King and country like his brothers, he had to stay at home and do nothing whilst his father continued to run the estate. He and Billie have been thorns in each others' sides for years, each quick to take offense at every imagined slight the other utters. But when he too gets stuck on the roof with Billie he starts to see a different side to the hoyden who rushes in where fools fear to tread. I liked this and give it four stars and yet I was surprised when I got to 91% of the book on my Kindle and realised that there was not going to be a moment of conflict or misunderstanding. This felt very much like a set up for a new series (which of course it was) and although I loved Billie and George there wasn't any dramatic tension. Recommended if you are looking for an enemies to lovers plot with no angst.
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nadia climie
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April 9, 2016
I love these books. Always have and I look forward to the next one :)
6 people found this review helpful
Carmen Prinsloo
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January 23, 2018
I love all Julia Quinn's books she is an amazing writer !
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About the author
Julia Quinn started writing her first book one month after finishing university and has been tapping away at her keyboard ever since. The No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of more than two dozen novels, she is a graduate of Harvard and Radcliffe Colleges and is one of only sixteen authors ever to be inducted in the Romance Writers of America Hall of Fame. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family. Please visit Julia Quinn online: www.juliaquinn.com www.facebook.com/AuthorJuliaQuinn @JuliaQuinnAuthor
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