Because of Miss Bridgerton audiobook

If you can believe it, this was my first experience with a Julia Quinn book, and I had no IDEA what I was missing. I've heard great things about Julia Quinn, but I've been burned in the past by overhyped writers, especially in the historical romance genre. It turns out, I have very specific tastes in historical romance. I've fallen in love with the Tessa Dare and Courtney Milan brand of historical romance, which mainly consists of smart, out-of-the-box women, snappy dialogue, lots of humor, and slow-burn romances. I've become pickier and pickier with each book that I read, and I have little patience for books that waste my time. I'm so happy that this book lived up to my expectations, because now I can one-click away at Julia Quinn's back-list with gusto!Billie Bridgerton is exactly the type of MC that I enjoy reading about. She is smart, independent, and shrugs off the expectations of her status without being too overbearing or preachy about it. I loved her sense of humor and how stubborn she was, but it never got to be so much that I found her annoying. I really liked her as a person, and I loved seeing her slow slide into romantic feelings for George. George was a good counter-balance for Billie, though I thought that he certainly took the backseat personality-wise in this book. The chemistry between them grew and grew (which is how I like it!), and I loved the interactions between them and between them and their families. The plot was pretty straightforward (very few twists and turns there), but it was a ton of fun never boring. It was a simple acquaintances-to-lovers story, but Julia Quinn is such a talented writer that it felt smooth, polished, and endlessly entertaining. While I thought that the ending was a bit rushed, the book is so engaging that you'll want to devour the whole series, book by book. Julia Quinn will just have to write faster to appease me!**Copy provided by the publisher in exchange for an honest review**

Super cute enemies to lovers romance. Billie Bridgerton is smart, capable, independent, and a bit wild. George is respectable, dependable, and calm. So of course they're perfect for each other.But just don't know it yet. I loved the dialogue, I loved both of the main characters, and I loved the plot.I'm kind of kidding about that last one because to be 100% honest, there really wasn't a plot. They don't like each other, they fight, they pick on each other, and then eventually... And that's it. Really.If you want something more substantial, you'll need to look elsewhere for a romance novel.However, if you're looking for a fluffy little romance, check it out.

Because of Miss Bridgerton (Rokesbys, #1), Julia Quinn (Julie Pottinger) Julie Pottinger, better known by her pen name Julia Quinn, is a best-selling American historical romance author. The Rokesby series, set in the late 1700's, this series follows the aristocratic Rokesby family. Because of Miss Bridgerton, everyone expects Billie Bridgerton to marry one of the Rokesby brothers, and she's not opposed: their families have been neighbors for centuries. There is only one Rokesby Billie absolutely cannot tolerate: George. He may be the eldest, and heir to the earldom, but he's arrogant, annoying and she's certain he detests her. Which is perfectly convenient, as she can't stand the sight of him, either. But when Billie and George are quite literally thrown together, a whole new sort of sparks begin 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 . . .تاریخ نخستین خوانش روز روز بیست و یکم ماه مارس سال2022میلادیعنوان: به‌خاطر دوشیزه بریجرتون؛ نویسنده: جولیا کویین (کوئین)؛ مترجم: نشاط رحمانی‌نژاد؛ کرج، طلوع ققنوس؛ سال1398؛ در398ص؛ شابک9786226679046؛ موضوع داستانهای نویسندگان ایالات متحده آمریکا - سده21مداستان دختری بیست و سه ساله و خودساخته به نام «بیلی بریجرتون» است؛ خانواده «بریجرتون» سال‌ها با خانواده ی «روکسبی‌» همسایه هستند، «بریجرتون»ها دلشان میخواهد «بیلی» با یکی از پسرهای خانواده ی «روکسبی»ها ازدواج کند؛ «ادوارد» و «اندرو» هر دو برای همسر خوب بودن آفریده شده اند، اما «بیلی» عاشق برادر بزرگتر «جورج» می‌شود؛ نقل از متن: (بانو بریجرتون صبح علی‌الطلوع شروع کرد به برنامه‌ریزی برای جشنی که در راه داشتند؛ بیلی لنگان‌لنگان به یک اتاق غذاخوری کوچک رفت، تا صبحانه‌اش را بخورد و کاملاً برای خدمت به مادرش آماده شود، ولی در کمال شگفتی و آسودگی‌اش مادرش به او گفت که نیازی به کمک او در برنامه‌ریزی کردن ندارد؛ تنها چیزی که می‌خواست این بود که بیلی یک دعوت‌نامه برای ماری و فیلیکس بنویسد و بیلی سرش را با موافقتی شکرگزارانه جنباند؛ این کار را می‌توانست انجام بدهد؛ بانو بریجرتون در حالی که به یک مستخدم اشاره می‌کرد که بشقاب صبحانه بیلی را آماده کند، گفت: «جورجیانا پیشنهاد داده بهم کمک کنه.»، «بیلی» با وجود پای دردناکش می‌توانست حرکت کند، ولی حتی او، هم نمی‌توانست تعادلش را روی یک پا حفظ کند، و هم از روی میز کناری برای خودش صبحانه بکشد؛ «بیلی» به خواهر کوچک‌ترش که انگار از چشم‌انداز کارهایی که در پیش داشتند لذت می‌برد نگاهی انداخت، جورجیانا گفت: «حسابی خوش می‌گذره»)؛ پایانتاریخ بهنگام رسانی 02/01/1401هجری خورشیدی؛ ا. شربیانی

Because if you're on romance binge, Julia Quinn is always the answer.

Aww, I'm so glad I stopped torturing myself with a bad series and followed up with Julia Quinn. Her first Bridgerton series was soooo good. Apparently, this series is set before the Bridgerton series, and we get to learn a couple of things, such as the birth of "The Mallet of Death".This book was a really sweet romance that built slowly and had all of the delicious banter that JQ writes so well. She has a way of writing situations and conversations that are full of dry wit and quirk. I always find myself chuckling over her books. In this one, we get a very fiendish cat who starts the ball rolling in the romance department. It's a good thing that all cats are evil, or our H/h might have never gotten together.Don't let their evil cuteness fool you. It's a trap.There is one thing that always bugs me when I read these historical romances, though. I can't help but always think about how smelly the world must have been back then. All crowded into hot ballrooms, in clothes that are rarely washed, with bodies that are rarely washed, and no deodorant, and no running water or toilets. It's gross. I find myself distracted by thoughts of bad breath, body odor, and greasy hair full of powder. "wanna dance, baby?"But, I guess that just my craziness superb sense of cleanliness talking.Plus, their teeth! Don't even get me started on their teeth!Get this man some Crest Whitestrips and the number to an orthodontist, STAT!But, even with all of those thoughts running manically through my head, I still thoroughly enjoyed this book. Is it as good as The Duke and I? Not at all. Is it a cute and funny read anyway? yeah. Go for it, historical romance fans!

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.Billie Bridgerton has always been expected to fall in love with one of the Rokjesby brothers. The two families have been neighbors and friends for centuries and the tomboy Billie has always been close to Edward and Andrew and someday one of the would make a perfect husband. The only on of the brothers that wouldn't make a good husband is the older brother George. He and Billie have always had a strained relationship. That is until fate steps in...I was kind of desperate the other day for a change in genre. I had read so many crime novels in a row that I just couldn't face reading another one and guess what? This book showed up in the mail. I was literally going locking my door going down the stairs thinking I need something else to read and this book was in my mailbox. Like magic. Or perhaps thanks to the publisher and the mailman (and some magic)Anyway, I devoured this book in a single day, most actually during one sitting. Which is odd since it's a romance book and the one genre I read very little of. But, I guess it was what I needed at the time. The book wasn't perfect, but it was damn funny and easy to read. The only part where I felt the pace slowing a bit down was during George and Billies stay in London, but it was the typical part of the book when the both have realized that they love each other but haven't confessed it to each other. The love dance, or the mating ritual part of the book. For some reason, I always get a bit annoyed with having to read about two people clearly in love but unable to express it other than being jealous.But, all and all, the book was good. I loved the intro with Billie stuck on a roof and having George rescue her and the Pall Mall game with some guests as also fun. The book also took a more serious tone towards the middle of the book when George's family got some bad news. I like the mix of romance, comedy and drama in books and it worked fine in this book. So if this book can make even a non-reader of romance happy, then I guess the ones that usually reads romance will love this book! I want to thank the publisher for providing me with a free copy for an honest review.

4 Estrellitas muy bien merecidas. Iba con algo de miedo porque ésta serie tiene en general muy malas críticas, pero por mi parte he disfrutado muchísimo éste primer libro de los Rokesby.No sé si era necesario que Julia Quinn escribiese o "explotase" el fenónemo Bridgerton en otra serie para seguir vendiendo, porque bien podría haberle dado a Billie otro apellido y ocurrir la acción de la novela en plena Regencia."Por culpa de Miss Bridgerton" nos lleva a la Inglaterra de 1779, a Aubrey Hall, en Kent. Donde Sybilla (Billie) Bridgerton, será nuestra protagonista. Billie es la hermana mayor de Edmund Bridgerton (el adorado padre de nuestros Bridgerton favoritos, que ni siquiera aparece en éste libro, pues es un chico de quince años que está en el colegio). De Billie puede decirse que se ha criado prácticamente como un marimacho y sabe llevar la finca de los Bridgerton tan bien como si fuese el administrador. Pero Billie también es única para meterse en líos, y rescatar a un gatito lo pondrá en el camino de reencontrarse con quien no soporta.Los Bridgerton y los Rokesby siempre han sido amigos y vecinos. Billie ha pasado su infancia jugando y peleandose con Edward, Mary y Andrew Rokesby, pero siempre ha habido un Rokesby que la ha sacado de quicio, la ha mirado por encima del hombro, la ha prejuzgado y sacado lo peor de ella, y ése es George, el hermano mayor y heredero del conde de Manston.George vuelve un día a casa y en el camino se encuentra a la señorita Bridgerton, que ha metido literalmente la pata donde no debía. El honor le obliga a socorrerla, pero todo sale mal hasta que tienen que socorrerlos a ambos. Sí, los primeros capítulos del libro son muy de Julia Quinn.Puede que Billie y George nunca se hayan soportado, pero ése momento en el que ambos están atrapados infunde algo entre ellos que los hace olvidar sus diferencias y acercarse más el uno al otro. De repente, pueden ser amigos, hasta pueden llegar a gustarse, pero ninguno sabe que pueden llegar a enamorarse. Billie siempre pensó que se casaría con uno de los chicos Rokesby, pero Edward está luchando en Estados Unidos y aunque Andrew está en casa con un brazo roto preferiría estar en su barco y Nicholas solo tiene catorce años.George Rokesby siempre vio a Billie Bridgerton como un incordio, aunque no puede decirse que fuese mala, solo una chica difícil. George es un hombre serio y responsable, el heredero perfecto para el condado de Manston. Sus padres piensan que a su edad ya debería haberse casado, pero aún no ha encontrado a la mujer adecuada. Y desde luego Billie Bridgerton y su espíritu aventurero no pueden ser la mujer adecuada.La verdad de las verdades es que he disfrutado mucho de ésta novela y la he leído en un pis pas de lo que me ha enganchado. Por mi parte, sí he visto ése toque de Julia Quinn, al menos durante la primera mitad del libro. Por otro lado no puedo decir que el romance haya sido soso, tal vez George es algo soso, pero es que no podía ser como Billie, se trata de que sean como el agua y el aceite y Billie roba todo el protagonismo, es arrolladora.Aunque el romance tarda en aparecer, si se deja ver ésa química entre ellos, y si está bien descrito el enamoramiento, o al menos a mí me lo ha parecido. Tampoco voy a decir que es el mejor libro de Julia Quinn, ni mucho menos; pero sí me ha gustado más que los mas sosetes de los Bridgerton. La ambientación quizás ha sido el punto flojo. Como he dicho mas arriba, bien hubiese dado igual que los protagonistas fuesen Bridgerton o no, o que la novela ocurriese en el siglo XVIII o en la Regencia, porque aunque hay cuarenta años de diferencia, Julia Quinn no se molesta en darnos mas detalles o en ambientarnos algo mas del siglo XVIII mas que para decirnos que los personajes no llevan pelucas porque no les gustan o son molestas. Para mí, ese ha sido el fallo, algo más de ambientación para saber que estás en el año que estás.En general ha sido un buen aperitivo para abrirnos el apetito a esta nueva serie. Siendo sincera los hermanos Rokesby me han gustado mucho y estoy deseando saber qué ha pasado con Edward, no tardaré en leer su libro.

The Bridgerton's and the Rokesby's are one heart and soul, but the same cannot be said for Billie and George. The two have known each other forever, but they have never really liked each other. That changes when George rescues Billie from a hopeless situation. They are attracted to each other and the jealousy of the two does not come too short.... After the Bridgerton series, it is a must for me to read the Rokesby as well. With wit, humor and love, the author draws me back to England, in the 18th century, but this time to Kent.

Es la historia de la tía de mis Bridgerton favoritos, así que era imposible decepcionar.