Bøger af Julia Quinn

"In 1761, on a sunny day in September, a King and Queen met for the very first time. They were married within hours. Born a German Princess, Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz was beautiful, headstrong, and fiercely intelligent--not precisely the attributes the British Court had been seeking in a spouse for the young King George III. But her fire and independence were exactly what she needed because George had secrets-- secrets with the potential to shake the very foundations of the monarchy. Thrust into her new role as a royal, Charlotte must learn to navigate the intricate politics of the court, all the while guarding her heart, because she is falling in love with the King, even as he pushes her away"--Dust jacket flap.

Bøgerne bag Netflix-serien Bridgerton I ethvert liv er der et vendepunkt. Et øjeblik så overvældende, så klart og anelsesfuldt, at man ved, at livet aldrig mere vil blive det samme. Michael Stirling, Londons mest berygtede libertiner, har aldrig haft problemer med at få opmærksomhed fra det modsatte køn, men han har altid været omhyggelig med ikke at lade sig indfange af nogen af sine talrige erobringer. Det forandrer sig i samme øjeblik, han møder Francesca Bridgerton og for første gang nogensinde forelsker sig hovedkulds. Men Francescas hjerte tilhører en anden, så Michael må lære at leve med sin ulykkelige kærlighed …Indtil en dag, hvor der bliver vendt op og ned på Francescas liv, og han endelig får muligheden for at fortælle hende om sine følelser – hvis han da tør? En uimodståelig fristelse er sjette bind i serienom familien Bridgerton.

Gareth St. Clair er i vanskeligheder. Hans far, som afskyr ham, er i færd med at formøble St. Clair-formuen,og den eneste arv, der venter, er en familiedagbog, som måske, måske ikke indeholder nøglen til hans fremtid. Problemet er, at den er skrevet på italiensk, et sprog Gareth ikke behersker.Hyacinth Bridgerton er djævelsk godt begavet og kvik i replikken – og ifølge Gareth bedst i små doser. Men der er alligevel noget over hende, noget charmerende og forstyrrende, der har fået tag i ham og ikke vil slippe igen.De to unge mødes under den årlige Smythe-Smith-koncert. Hyacinth, der tager alt, hvad Gareth siger, som en udfordring, tilbyder at oversætte hans dagbog, selvom hendes italiensk lader noget tilbage at ønske. Efterhånden som de to fordyber sig i den hemmelighedsfulde tekst, opdager de, at svarene, de søger, ikke ligger i dagbogen, men snarere hos hinanden,og at intet er så ligetil – eller så kompliceret – som det perfekte kys. Et fængslende kys er 7. bind i Julia Quinns populære Bridgerton-serie og fortæller Hyacinths medrivende historie.

#1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn presents the first novel of the delightful Bridgerton Prequel series in a stunning new package. There were Bridgertons before the eight alphabetically named siblings, and in this novel, we go back to where it all began. . .Sometimes you find love in the most unexpected of places...This is not one of those times.Everyone expects Billie Bridgerton to marry one of the Rokesby brothers. The two families have been neighbors for centuries, and as a child the tomboyish Billie ran wild with Edward and Andrew. Either one would make a perfect husband... someday.Sometimes you fall in love with exactly the person you think you should...Or not.There is only one Rokesby Billie absolutely cannot tolerate, and that is George. He may be the eldest and heir to the earldom, but he's arrogant, annoying, and she's absolutely certain he detests her. Which is perfectly convenient, as she can't stand the sight of him, either.But sometimes fate has a wicked sense of humor...Because when Billie and George are quite literally thrown together, a whole new sort of sparks begins to fly. And when these lifelong adversaries finally kiss, they just might discover that the one person they can't abide is the one person they can't live without...

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.A fter 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 . . .

Sophie Beckett never dreamed she'd be able to sneak into Lady Bridgerton's famed masquerade ball?or that "Prince Charming" would be waiting there for her! Though the daughter of an earl, Sophie has been relegated to the role of servant by her disdainful stepmother. But now, spinning in the strong arms of the debonair and devastatingly handsome Benedict Bridgerton, she feels like royalty. Alas, she knows all enchantments must end when the clock strikes midnight.Who was that extraordinary woman? Ever since that magical night, a radiant vision in silver has blinded Benedict to the attractions of any other?except, perhaps, this alluring and oddly familiar beauty dressed in housemaid's garb whom he feels compelled to rescue from a most disagreeable situation. He has sworn to find and wed his mystery miss, but this breathtaking maid makes him weak with wanting her. Yet, if he offers her his heart, will Benedict sacrifice his only chance for a fairy tale love?

It was indisputably love at first sight. But Victoria Lyndon was merely the teenaged daughter of a vicar. . .while Robert Kemble was the dashing young earl of Macclesfield. Surely what their meddlesome fathers insisted must have been true-that he was a reckless seducer determined to destroy her innocence. . . and she was a shameless fortune hunter. So it most certainly was for the best when their plans to elope went hopelessly awry. Even after a seven-year separation, Victoria-now a governess-still leaves Robert breathless. But how could he ever again trust the raven-haired deceiver who had shattered his soul? And Victoria could never give her heart a second time to the cad who so callously trampled on it the first. But a passion fated will not be denied, and vows of love yearn to be kept. . . even when one promises the moon.

Based on the phenomenal growth of Quinn′s popularity, and her four-week stint on the New York Times bestseller list with Romancing Mr Bridgerton, it′s the perfect time to revisit Ms Quinn′s ′splendid′ storytelling.American heiress Emma Dunster has always been fun-loving and independent with no wish to settle into marriage. She plans to enjoy her Season in London in more unconventional ways than husband-hunting. But this time Emma′s high-jinks lead her into dangerous temptation...Alexander Ridgely, the Duke of Ashbourne, is a notorious rake who carefully avoids the risk of love...until he plants one reckless kiss on the sensuous lips of this high-spirited innocent...and condemns himself to delicious torment. Little does he know that his passion has touched the very soul of the lovely enchantress...and committed them both to a lifetime of splendid ecstasy.

Jack Audley has been a highwayman.A soldier. And he has always been a rogue. What he is not, and never wanted to be, is a peer of the realm, responsible for an ancient heritage and the livelihood of hundreds. But when he is recognized as the long-lost son of the House of Wyndham, his carefree life is over. And if his birth proves to be legitimate, then he will find himself with the one title he never wanted: Duke of Wyndham.Grace Eversleigh has spent the last five years toiling as the companion to the dowager Duchess of Wyndham. It is a thankless job, with very little break from the routine . . . until Jack Audley lands in her life, all rakish smiles and debonair charm. He is not a man who takes no for an answer, and when she is in his arms, she's not a woman who wants to say no. But if he is the true duke, then he is the one man she can never have . . .

When Caroline Trent is kidnapped by Blake Ravenscroft, she doesn′t even try to elude this dangerously handsome agent of the crown. After all, she′s been running from unwanted marriage proposals. Yes, Blake believes she′s a notorious spy named Carlotta De Leon, but for six weeks until her twenty-first birthday, when she′ll gain control of her fortune, hiding out in the titillating company of a mysterious captor is awfully convenient -- and maybe just a little romantic, too. Blake Ravenscroft′s mission is to bring "Carlotta" to justice, not to fall in love. His heart has been hardened by years of intrigue, but this little temptress proves oddly disarming and thoroughly kissable. And suddenly the unthinkable becomes possible -- that this mismatched Couple might be destined for love.

Den unge guvernante Anne Wynter interesserer sig ikke for kærlighed, men der er alligevel noget over smukke Earl of Winstead, Daniel Smythe-Smithe. Efter år med uønskede tilnærmelser fra mænd, er han den første til at friste hende. Men en guvernante bør ikke flirte med en adelsmand ... Daniel Smythe-Smith lever med dødstrusler mod sig, men det forhindrer ikke den unge jarl i at blive dybt forelsket. Den mystiske kvinde Anne fra familiens årlige musikaften skal være hans, selvom det betyder, at han må redde hende ud af hænderne på sin svorne fjende.

Honoria Smythe-Smith spiller violin i familiens strygekvartet og er helt klar over, at det lyder skrækkeligt. Hendes bror Daniel lever i eksil i udlandet, men hans bedste ven Marcus Holroyd har lovet at holde øje med Honoria. Han får hænderne fulde, da Honoria tager til Cambridge med ét mål for øje: at blive gift inden sæsonens afslutning. Hun har udset sig den eneste ugifte i familien Bridgterton, men hendes tilnærmelser afvises og spørgsmålet er nu, om Marcus kan nå at stjæle Honorias hjerte i tide til familiens årlige musikaften?

Amelia Willoughby has been engaged to the Duke of Wyndham for as long as she can remember. Literally. A mere six months old when the contracts were signed, she has spent the rest of her life waiting. And waiting. And waiting . . . for Thomas Cavendish, the oh-so-lofty duke, to finally get around to marrying her. But as she watches him from afar, she has a sneaking suspicion that he never thinks about her at all . . .It's true. He doesn't. Thomas rather likes having a fiancée--all the better to keep the husband-hunters at bay--and he does intend to marry her . . . eventually. But just when he begins to realize that his bride might be something more than convenient, Thomas's world is rocked by the arrival of his long-lost cousin, who may or may not be the true Duke of Wyndham. And if Thomas is not the duke, then he's not engaged to Amelia. Which is the cruelest joke of all, because this arrogant and illustrious duke has made the mistake of falling in love . . . with his own fiancée!

A beautiful collectible edition containing the fifth and sixth novels of the beloved Bridgerton series by New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn. To Sir Phillip, With LoveSir Phillip knew that Eloise Bridgerton was a spinster, and so he'd proposed, figuring that she'd be homely and unassuming, and more than a little desperate for an offer of marriage. Except . . . she wasn't. The beautiful woman on his doorstep was anything but quiet, and when she stopped talking long enough to close her mouth, all he wanted to do was kiss her . . . and more.When He Was WickedIn every life there is a turning point. For Michael Stirling, London's most infamous rake, that moment came the first time he laid eyes on Francesca Bridgerton. But that was then...Now Michael is the earl and Francesca 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 . . .A stunning collectible edition containing the 5th and 6th novels in #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn's beloved Bridgerton series. This edition features: - gorgeous sprayed edges- intricate foil iconography- ribbon bookmark- beautiful endpapersSee these beloved stories come to life on screen in Bridgerton, now a series created by Shondaland for Netflix.

A beautiful collectible edition containing the seventh and eighth novels of the beloved Bridgerton series by New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn. Its in His Kiss Gareth St. Clair is in a bind, and at risk of losing his inheritance. His only hope lies in an old family diary written in Italian and the fiendishly smart, devilishly outspoken Hyacinth Bridgerton, who offers to help translate. But as the two delve into the mysterious text, they discover that the answers they seek lie not in the diary, but in each other and that there is nothing as simpleor as complicatedas a single, perfect kiss.On the Way to the Wedding 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. But when Gregory realizes his true love is not the person he expected, he must risk everything to ensure that when it comes time to kiss the bride, he is the only man standing at the altar

Det fjerde og sidste bind i kvartetten om Smythe-Smith-familiens musikalske eventyr og stormende forelskelser.Sir Richard Kenworthy har mindre end en måned til at finde en brud. Han forventer ikke at finde den eneste ene, men da han ser Iris Smythe-Smith gemme sig bag sin cello, får han alligevel sommerfugle i maven. Iris er vant til at blive overset og trives bedst med at stå lidt i baggrunden. Så da Richard Kenworthy gør kur til hende, er hun mistænksom. Og i takt med at hans frieri bliver mere målrettet, bliver hun mere og mere overbevist om, at han skjuler noget.

Det tredje bind i kvartetten om Smythe-Smith-familiens musikalske eventyr og stormende forelskelser.Matematiker Hugh Prentice har aldrig haft meget tilovers for dramatiske kvinder, og lady Sarah Pleinsworth kan ikke ligefrem siges at være hverken genert eller tilbageholdende. Den gensidige misfornøjelse forværres desuden af en gammel familiestrid. Men en uge i tæt selskab får dem til at indse, at førstehåndsindtryk ikke altid er pålidelige. Og når et kys bliver til to, tre og fire, kan en matematiker miste sin logiske sans, og en lady tabe mælet.

A stunning collectible edition containing the third and fourth novels in #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn's beloved Bridgerton series. This edition features: gorgeous sprayed edgesintricate foil iconographyribbon bookmarkbeautiful endpapersBENEDICT'S STORYSophie Beckett never dreamed she'd be able to sneak into Lady Bridgerton's famed masquerade ball--or that she would be spinning in the arms of her "Prince Charming"--the debonair and devastatingly handsome Benedict Bridgerton. But when the clock strikes midnight, Sophie's enchanting evening ends. Since that night Benedict has been able to think of nothing but the bewitching young woman, and he's sworn to find and wed his mystery miss. Yet will another unexpectedly steal his heart--and his chance for a fairy tale love?COLIN AND PENELOPE'S STORYPenelope 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 of as nothing but an empty-headed charmer, tired of the notorious gossip columnist Lady Whistledown, who can't seem to publish an edition without mentioning him. 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. 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?

A stunning collectible edition containing the first two novels in #1New York Timesbestselling author Julia Quinns belovedBridgerton series. This edition features:gorgeous sprayed edgesintricate foil iconographyribbon bookmarkbeautiful endpapersSee these beloved stories come to life on screen in Bridgerton, now a series created by Shondaland for Netflix.The Duke and IWhen Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings, agree to a fake courtship, they think theyve found the perfect solution to their problems. Romantically associated with one of Londons most desirable catches, Daphnes prospects among the ton will soar. For avowed bachelor Simon, an attachment to Daphne will deter would-be brides and their ambitious mamas. Their plan works like a charmat first. But amid the glittering, gossipy, cut-throat world of Londons elite, there is only one certainty: love ignores every rule. . .The Viscount Who Loved MeLondon's most elusive bachelor, Anthony Bridgerton is determined to wed. But one obstacle stands in his wayhis intended's older sister, Kate Sheffield, who is driving Anthony mad with her determination to stop the betrothal. Kate is quite sure that reformed rakes do not make the best husbands, and Anthony Bridgerton is the most wicked rogue of them all. Shes determined to protect her sistereven as she fears she may not be able to resist the reprehensible and oh so desirable rake herself . . .

Go beyond the original Shondaland series on Netflix, Queen Charlotte, with this lushly romantic Bridgerton prequel novel written by New York Times bestselling authors Julia Quinn and Shonda Rhimes as the marriage of Queen Charlotte and King George of England leads to an unexpected love story and a union that transforms society.In 1761, on a sunny day in September, a King and Queen met for the very first time. They were married within hours.Born a German Princess, Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz was beautiful, headstrong, and fiercely intelligent... not precisely the attributes the British Court had been seeking in a spouse for the young King George III. But her fire and independence were exactly what she, and her King, needed.Because George has secrets... secrets with the potential to shake the very foundations of the monarchy.Thrust into her new role, Charlotte must navigate the intricate politics of the court--with the newly-titled Lady Danbury at her side--all the while guarding her heart, because she is falling in love with the King...even as he pushes her away. Now, Charlotte must learn to rule, and to understand that she has been given the power to remake society, fulfilling her destiny as Queen. But she also has to fight for the love growing between her and George as people first, royals second. As she says to him: "Fight with me! Fight for me!"

Mere af Bridgertons og Rokesbys forførende aristokratiske verden i slutningen af 1700-tallets London. På en udflugt til kysten finder den eventyrlystne Poppy Bridgerton et skjulested med tyvekoster, og før hun ved af det, er hun blevet kidnappet og ført ombord på et skib. Kaptajn Andrew Rokesby er kendt som en hensynsløs kaprer. Men han er egentlig søn af en jarl, og han fragter vigtige dokumenter for den britiske regering på sit skib. Efter at have sat sejl mod Portugal opdager han til sin overraskelse en kvinde i sin kahyt … Mens bølgerne slår hårdt mod skibet, bliver skarpe ord til glohedt begær mellem Poppy Bridgerton og kaptajn Andrew Rokesby. Men bliver romance til skandale, når de to finder ud af, hvem hinanden i virkeligheden er?

Nyd fortællingen om generationen før Bridgerton, og træd ind i nabofamilien Rokesbys fortryllende univers i slutningen af 1700-tallets London. Da Georgina Bridgerton mister sin medgift, hænger hendes rygte i en tynd tråd, og hun står over for et valg: Vil hun tilbringe resten af sine dage alene eller gifte sig med ham, der ødelagde hendes liv? Georginas indflydelsesrige barndomsven Nicholas Rokesby hører om den knibe, Georgina står i. Han er egentlig i gang med medicinstudiet og bor ikke i byen længere, men han føler, at han bør gøre noget. Kan deres venskab mon udvikle sig til mere? En uhørt skandale er fjerde bind i serien om familien Rokesby. Serien kan læses uafhængigt af den højtelskede Bridgerton-serie.

Træd ind i Rokesby-familiens fortryllende, aristokratiske verden i slutningen af 1700-tallets London. Da den forældreløse Cecilia Harcourts bror kommer til skade ved fronten, er hun pludselig alene og står over for et umuligt valg: Enten skal hun flytte ind hos en ugift tante eller gifte sig med en hæslig fætter. Cecilia nægter begge dele og rejser i stedet over Atlanten, fast besluttet på at finde og pleje sin bror, indtil han er på fode igen. Men efter at have ledt forgæves efter sin bror, finder hun i stedet hans bedste ven – den smukke officer Edward Rokesby. Han er bevidstløs og har brug for hendes hjælp ...

Træd ind i Rokesby-familiens fortryllende, aristokratiske verden i slutningen af 1700-tallets London. George er den ældste af brødrene i Rokesby-familien og kommende jarl. Alle forventer, at Billie Bridgerton gifter sig med ham. Familierne har trods alt været naboer i århundreder. Men Billie leder ikke efter en mand. I hvert fald ikke, hvis det er George – den Rokesby hun mindst kan lide. Men da Billie og George næsten bliver kastet i hinandens favne, begynder en ny slags gnister at opstå. Og da deres læber mødes for første gang, opdager de hurtigt, at den person, de troede, de ikke kunne udstå, simpelthen er den, de ikke kan leve uden. Bøgerne om familien Rokesby foregår i slutningen af 1700-tallet, en generation tidligere end historierne om Familien Bridgerton. Vi følger den aristokratiske Rokesby familie, som tilfældigvis er venner og naboer til familien Bridgerton.