On The Way to the Wedding is the eighth book in the Bridgerton series, a Regency-era historical romance series by Julia Quinn. It follows the story of Gregory Bridgerton and Lucy Abernathy.
Gregory Bridgerton is eager to find love before his brother Anthony’s wedding, when he meets Lucy Abernathy, a spirited woman engaged to a man she doesn’t love. Gregory helps Lucy navigate her complicated engagement, and they both confront their personal desires and societal expectations.
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Unlike most men of his acquaintance, Gregory Bridgerton believes in true love. And he is convinced that when he finds the woman of his dreams, he will know in an instant that she is the one. And that is exactly what happened. Except …
She wasn’t the one. In fact, the ravishing Miss Hermione Watson is in love with another. But her best friend, the ever-practical Lady Lucinda Abernathy, wants to save Hermione from a disastrous alliance, so she offers to help Gregory win her over. But in the process, Lucy falls in love. With Gregory! Except …
Lucy is engaged. And her uncle is not inclined to let her back out of the betrothal, even once Gregory comes to his senses and realises that it is Lucy, with her sharp wit and sunny smile, who makes his heart sing. And now, on the way to the wedding, Gregory must risk everything to ensure that when it comes time to kiss the bride, he is the only man standing at the altar …
About the Author
As a bestselling seller, Julia Quinn is best known for her historical romance novels. Julia Quinn has written numerous popular romance series, including the Bridgerton books series, the Smythe-Smith Quartet, and the Bevelstoke series.
Julia Quinn books have garnered numerous awards and accolades within the romance genre. The books focusing on the Bridgerton siblings have been adapted into a popular Netflix series aptly named Bridgerton, which premiered in 2020.
What to read next
If you enjoyed the Bridgerton series, I’d also recommend reading Queen Charlotte by Julia Quinn and Shonda Rhimes which is a Bridgerton prequel.