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Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

By Barb Drozdowich

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Welcome also to Series Sunday!

Sunday is the day of the week that I post a book from a series that we are working our way through.  In honor of Julia Quinn releasing her next book at the end of May, I’m reworking the reviews from the Bridgerton Series.  I don’t know about you, but I’ve been enjoying re-living this wonderful series.  Last week was probably my most favorite of this series, not to say the rest aren’t good, they are!  I hope you enjoy my thoughts on Romancing Mr. Bridgerton today!

Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

ISBN: 0380820846

Publisher: Avon Books

Source: I purchased this book to read and review

sugarbeat's books romance books romance novel reviews historical contemporary eroticaPenelope Featherington has secretly adored her best friend’s brother for… well, it feels like forever. After half a lifetime of watching Colin Bridgerton from afar, she thinks she knows everything about him, until she stumbles across his deepest secret… and fears she doesn’t know him at all.

Colin Bridgerton is tired of being thought nothing but an empty-headed charmer, tired of the neverending sameness of his life, and, most of all, tired of everyone’s preoccupation with the notorious gossip columnist Lady Whistledown, who can’t seem to publish an edition without mentioning him in the first paragraph. But when Colin returns to London from a trip abroad, he discovers nothing in his life is quite the same—especially Penelope Featherington! The girl who was always simply… there is suddenly the girl haunting his dreams. But when he discovers that Penelope has secrets of her own, this elusive bachelor must decide… is she his biggest threat—or his promise of a happy ending?


Romancing Mr Bridgerton is the 4th book in the Bridgerton series by Julia Quinn and tells the story of how Colin Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington learn to love one another. Colin and Penelope have know each other for years. Penelope is best friends with Colin’s sister Eloise. And it seems that Penelope has always been in love with Colin but Colin has always seen Penelope as the little friend of his little sister. Penelope has been the person overlooked by society for many reasons. In the beginning it was her weight and her quiet ways. Her mother seems to have horrible taste in dressing Penelope with her being described as an “over-ripe pumpkin” by Lady Whistledown at one point. No one seems to be able to see the true Penelope. After his latest trip abroad, Colin returns to have his eyes opened about Penelope. He realizes how much he has always depended on her friendship and one afternoon and one kiss has Colin realizing how much he desires her.

One quote that I found when reading other book reviews sums up my feelings about this writer and this series perfectly: “Julia Quinn’s witty storytelling and wonderful storylines often make me feel as if I’m sitting across from her at a coffee shop, drinking whatever, and listening to her as she tells me this story, often punctuated with smiles, chuckles and roaring laughter. Julia Quinn is truly a gifted writer.”

This book is a sweetly told story of lifelong friends finally falling in love. And, yes, in this book we finally find out who Lady Whistledown is!

This book was voted one of the top ten books of the year by the RWA membership and finalist for the RWA RITA Awards in the Long Historical category. Their review says in part: “However, as always, Quinn’s deceptively breezy dialogue and tone makes her Regency set thoroughly enchanting. It’s pure fun to step into her world.” It was also a NY Times Bestseller.

The Romance Reader gives Romancing Mr Bridgerton 4 hearts and says the following: “Colin and Penelope are a charming and entertaining pair who have a satisfying romance, and we finally find out the identity of the mysterious Mrs. Whistledown. Fans of Quinn will be ecstatic and others will find the story engaging as Romancing Mr. Bridgerton appeals on many levels.”

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Friday Wrap up – week of March 19th

By Barb Drozdowich

Welcome to the last week of March break – at least in this household!

I’ve determined that I need to get more organized before summer break arrives 🙂 My ability to be a last minute poster reached new heights this week……

My survey of book bloggers continues. I’ve had such a wonderful response that I’ve decided to extend the deadline for another month! If you haven’t had the opportunity to share your thoughts, click HERE to go to the post.

I hosted Genie Gabriel, author of Picture Perfect Legacy yesterday. She is touring with Goddessfish Promotions and is giving away a gift card to a commenter from the tour.  Drop by the POST and leave a comment to be entered.

On Monday, Mallory Kane dropped by to share some information and has offered up either a copy of her book Hard to Hold or a book from her backlist.  To be entered click HERE to go to the post and leave a comment.  Good luck!

The giveaway for several of Sabrina Jeffries‘ Hellions of Halstead Hall series books will still be active until Sunday.  Click HERE to go to the post and enter the giveaway!

Lastly, I want to congratulate Nancy Lee Badger for winning first prize in the Silken Sands Self-Published Star Contest for her book Dragon in the Mist!  Drop by and congratulate her on her win.

Hope everyone has a great weekend and thanks for dropping by!

 

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Hellions of Halstead Hall by Sabrina Jeffries –

By Barb Drozdowich

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Welcome to Series Sunday!

Today we are finishing up the Sabrina Jeffries Hellions of Halstead Hall series with a giveaway!

Those of you who follow this blog know that I don’t hold on to books.  I love nothing more than giving away a book that I have loved to someone who I hope will get as much enjoyment as I did.

Sadly, I don’t seem to have a copy of all of the books from this series – one has gone missing, but here is the list of the books that I’m giving away complete with links to their reviews.

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How to Woo A Reluctant Lady

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A Lady Never Surrenders

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So….here’s how we are going to do this.  Fill out the form below and next Sunday I’m going to draw 5 names out of a hat (I have 5 books to give away – 2 copies of one) and send out some emails.  The first person to respond gets their choice of the books, the second person gets second choice and so on.  My next Monday I’ll be mailing out 5 books!

 

I hope you enjoyed my thoughts on this great series of books, and are looking forward to the next series which will start next Sunday!  Who next??  To give you a hint, one of my favorite authors has a release coming up in May and I’m going to review her books of the series leading up to the new release !!!
Remember – fill out the form!

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