📖 peek insideThe Duke and I
by Julia Quinn
In Regency-era London, Daphne Bridgerton is a young woman seeking a love match, while Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings, is determined to remain a bachelor. The two enter a fake courtship to boost Daphne's prospects and keep matchmakers away from Simon. However, their charade soon turns into genuine passion. This witty and charming novel launched the beloved Bridgerton series, blending sparkling dialogue with emotional depth, making it a cornerstone of modern historical romance and a global sensation.
A popular book with millions of readers worldwide.
Notable Quotes
"Men are sheep. Where one goes, the rest will soon follow. -Lady Whistledown"
"To say that men can be bullheaded would be insulting to the bull."
"Where is he? Bridgerton!" he bellowed. Three chestnut heads swiveled in his direction. Simon stomped across the grass, murder in his eyes. "I meant the idiot Bridgerton." "That, I believe," Anthony said mildly, tilting his chin toward Colin, "would refer to you."
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