If you love historical fiction blended with a good love story, you’re going to want to read Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton books in order.
The Bridgerton book series is a collection of romance novels by New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn, set during the Regency period.
While each novel can be read a standalone story, I would recommend reading the Bridgerton books in order to fully understand the backstories of the characters and to avoid any spoilers.
Bridgerton Series in Order
- The Duke and I – The story of Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings.
- The Viscount Who Loved Me – The story of Anthony Bridgerton and Kate Sheffield.
- An Offer From A Gentleman – The story of Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Beckett.
- Romancing Mister Bridgerton – The story of Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington.
- To Sir Phillip, With Love – The story of Eloise Bridgerton and Sir Phillip Crane.
- When He Was Wicked – The story of Francesca Bridgerton and Michael Stirling, Earl of Kilmartin.
- It’s In His Kiss – The story of Hyacinth Bridgerton and Gareth St Clair.
- On The Way to the Wedding – The story of Gregory Bridgerton and Lucy Abernathy.
Bridgerton Prequel
What are the Bridgerton books?
The Bridgerton books are a series of romance novels written by Julia Quinn. The novels are set in Regency-era England and are known for their wit, humour, and engaging characters.
Each Bridgerton book in this historical romance series tells the story of a different member of the Bridgerton family. The stories follow the romantic journeys of the children of the late Viscount Bridgerton and his wife, Violet Bridgerton.
The Bridgerton books have gained a new army of fans after the Netflix series adaptation has been so hugely popular. There have been two series on Netflix so far. Each Bridgerton season centres around a specific book that delves into the lives of the Bridgerton siblings.
Series one detailed Daphne’s story from the first book The Duke and I and the second season told Anthony’s story from the second book The Viscount Who Loved Me. The third season of the Netflix show is actually based on the fourth book and will tell the story of Penelope and Colin, the third Bridgerton brother.
There are other series in the works but if you’re looking to get your next Bridgerton fix, the books are your best option.
How Many Bridgerton Books Are There?
There are eight original Bridgerton books in the series, each one telling the story of a Bridgerton family member. In 2023, Julia Quinn and Shonda Rhimes released a new novel, Queen Charlotte, which is a prequel to the Bridgerton series and tells the story of the queen.
There are also two Lady Whistledown novels.
The Rokesbys series of books, though not technically part of the Bridgerton series, are all Bridgerton prequels. There are four books in The Rokesbys series.
Lady Whistledown Books by Julia Quinn
Bridgerton Standalone Guide by Julia Quinn
This book is a collection of the most dramatic, romantic, and memorable quotes from the charming characters of the Bridgerton world.
Summary
I hope you found this complete guide to the Bridgerton books in order helpful. I’ll keep this list updated if any new books are released.