Bridgerton: The Duke and I (Bridgertons Book 1)

Hardcover / ISBN-13: 9780349448428

Price: £25

ON SALE: 3rd March 2026

Genre: Historical Fiction / Historical Romance

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Now available in a stunning Deluxe Collector’s Edition, The Duke and I, the first novel in No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn’s beloved Bridgerton series, featuring beautiful endpapers, a ribbon marker, gorgeous sprayed edges and a decorated spine.

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DAPHNE & SIMON’S STORY


When Daphne Bridgerton and Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings, agree to a fake courtship, they think they’ve found the perfect solution to their problems. Romantically associated with one of London’s most desirable catches, Daphne’s 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 charm – at first. But amid the glittering, gossipy, cut-throat world of London’s elite, there is only one certainty: love ignores every rule . . .

Reviews

Julia Quinn's Bridgerton books take all of the classic tropes we know and love... and gives them a thoroughly modern twist...they're hot, crazy, and full of feisty women relishing in the carnal delights that come from bedding rakish aristocrats... I can't focus on anything else
Stylist
Quinn has a smart, funny touch...that's reminiscent of Helen Fielding
Time Magazine
Quinn writes delightfully fast-paced, funny, sparkling and bright romance
Romantic Times
Wise, witty and oh so delightful, Julia Quinn is truly our contemporary Jane Austen
Jill Barnett
The most refreshing and radiant love story you'll read this year
Lisa Kleypas
Quinn's witty Regency-set romantic comedies are the nest best thing to Georgette Heyer
Gloss
Light, pacy and full of feisty heroines
Guardian </i>on the Bridgerton series<i>
The Duke and I is rich with author Julia Quinn's trademark humour and engaging dialogue... Quinn just keeps getting better and better, a fact that's sure to delight readers
Lois Faye Dyer