Bridgerton: The Duke & I

Julia Quinn

In Regency-era London, Daphne Bridgerton enters into a strategic fake courtship with Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings, to improve her social prospects and ward off his unwanted suitors. However, as they navigate the glittering and competitive social scene of the ton, their charade begins to transform into genuine romantic attraction. This novel serves as the inspiration for the popular Netflix series, detailing the complex family dynamics and scandals of the Bridgerton household.