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Today’s post is to announce the Julia Quinn giveaways. As you all know, I’ve been reviewing the Bridgerton series in anticipation of the release of “A Night Like This” which I reviewed last week. Time to pass on some loved books to someone who will enjoy them as much as I did!

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I also have two signed copies of Just Like Heaven!! One has been gently read, but the

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other one is untouched. To be entered into this giveaway, please fill out the form below. I’ll be running this giveaway for 2 weeks starting today. US or Canadian mailing address only please.

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When He Was Wicked by Julia Quinn

By Barb Drozdowich

Welcome to Sugarbeat’s Books – The Home of the Romance Novel

Welcome also to Series Sunday!

This is the day of the week where I post a review for a book from a series. In honor of Julia Quinn‘s latest release, we are re-visiting the Bridgerton series. This series started several years ago and remains one of my most favorite series of all time, so I’m enjoying remembering the various books as each Sunday progresses. This week the feature is When He Was Wicked, the book that features Francesca Bridgerton.

ISBN: 0-06-053123-1
Publisher: Avon Books

Source: I purchased this book to read

In every life there is a turning point.

A moment so tremendous, so sharp and breathtaking, that one knows one’s life will never be the same. For Michael Stirling, London’s most infamous rake, that moment came the first time he laid eyes on Francesca Bridgerton.

After a lifetime of chasing women, of smiling slyly as they chased him, of allowing himself to be caught but never permitting his heart to become engaged, he took one look at Francesca Bridgerton and fell so fast and hard into love it was a wonder he managed to remain standing. Unfortunately for Michael, however, Francesca’s surname was to remain Bridgerton for only a mere thirty-six hours longer–the occasion of their meeting was, lamentably, a supper celebrating her imminent wedding to his cousin.

But that was then… Now Michael is the earl and Francesca is free, but still she thinks of him as nothing other than her dear friend and confidant. Michael dares not speak to her of his love… until one dangerous night, when she steps innocently into his arms, and passion proves stronger than even the most wicked of secrets…

The sixth book in the Bridgerton series explores the relationship between Francesca Bridgerton and John & Michael Sterling. Francesca meets Michael Sterling 2 days before she marries his best friend and cousin, John Sterling and for 2 years Michael hides his feelings for Francesca. One day John complains of a headache and lies down for a nap only to die of what is likely a brain hemorrhage at the age of 32. So, at 22 Francesca is a widow and Michael is now the Earl. Michael still attempts to hide his feelings from Francesca as they both mourn their loss. One night Michael offers simple solace to Francesca and this turns into heated lovemaking that leaves them both feeling guilty. They avoid one another to prevent a repeat performance, but Francesca begins to wonder if John is arranging things from heaven.

This wonderful book follows the lives of three friends who survive the loss of one, the subsequent mourning and deeper relationship of the two who remain. Again, a winner, as Julia Quinn deals delicately with both the loss of a young life, the miscarriage of a baby and chronic illness. A great addition to the Bridgerton series.

RT BookReviews gives When He Was Wicked 4 and 1/2 stars and says: “It is a story of great beauty and depth of desire—not only for love but for friendship too.”

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Romancing Mr. Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

By Barb Drozdowich

Welcome to Sugarbeat’s Books – The Home of the Romance Novel

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

Penelope 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.”