If you’re looking for a read that will keep you hooked all summer long, “The Duke and I” by Julia Quinn is the perfect choice. This first book in the Bridgerton series, which has been a huge seller on Amazon, combines romance, intrigue and a touch of humor, making it the ideal choice for your beach days or relaxing afternoons. Here we tell you why you won’t be able to put it down and give you some tips on what to expect from this fascinating novel.
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A pretend romance that feels real in one of the best-selling books on Amazon so far this year
From the moment Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset, the new Duke of Hastings, meet, the reader is transported to the opulent London society of the Regency. Both are under constant pressure to find a partner, but neither wants to succumb to family and social expectations. Thus, they decide to fake an engagement.
This plan, initially conceived to free Daphne from unwanted suitors and Simon from duke-hunters, quickly becomes complicated when royal feelings begin to surface. The chemistry between the protagonists is palpable, and their witty dialogues and compromising situations will keep the reader on the edge of their seat, eager to discover how they will resolve their false courtship.
