Bridgerton - 1: The Duke and I

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Now available in a stunning Deluxe Collector's Edition, this first novel in a beloved series features beautiful endpapers, a ribbon marker, and a decorated spine. Collect all 8 volumes to unveil the gorgeous imagery when shelved together! Set in the ballrooms and drawing rooms of Regency London, the story explores the rigid social rules that dictate the lives of aristocrats. Daphne Bridgerton, the fourth of eight siblings, is well-liked for her kindness and wit but struggles to attract suitors due to her honesty and refusal to engage in romantic games. In contrast, Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings, has returned to England determined to avoid marriage and society, haunted by a painful childhood. An unexpected encounter with Daphne leads to a mutually beneficial arrangement: a fake courtship that allows Simon to fend off eager mothers and enhances Daphne's prospects. Initially, the plan works flawlessly, but in the cut-throat world of London's elite, one truth remains: love disregards all rules. This edition includes a 2nd epilogue, providing a glimpse into the characters' lives after the main story concludes.