bridgerton according to the book

[@AmandaTodhunterOfficial]

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[@loganthehennemann1]

Missed opportunity to say “ Edmund is dead-mund”

[@AmandaTodhunterOfficial]

damn 😔

[@lexilee5]

LMAO

[@shinetracastillo6091]

😜 just why?! 😂

[@asasecondlanguage]

Missed opportunity to say "ladies and gentleman of the digital ton"

[@lukebruns2503]

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[@unhappyoption5910]

I know it was for the ad, but women in the regency era did NOT wear corsets but rather short stays, which are very similar to today’s bra. Also, corsets were not uncomfortable or seriously restricting. They were made to fit perfectly and support the large amount of fabric, preventing back pain. Tight lacing was a looked down upon practice and almost nobody wore the corset tighter than necessary

[@daniellelucy6056]

Thank you! Came here to comment this. So much of our current understanding of corsetry comes from a patriarchal pov/misunderstanding about their actual use and fit. I also laughed when I heard that a while ago the Bridgerton actresses would no longer be required to wear corsets for filming…they were never in fashion for this time period anyway so what was the costumer doing 🤪

[@Hana9916]

​@@daniellelucy6056 It probably wasn't the costumer's choice, but the producers'

[@Lammington2]

While we're here, Bridgerton is set in the Regency era - in the early 19th century, not late.

[@rx500android]

Exactly! It something that really bugs me, one of the reasons I couldn’t really watch Bridgerton.

[@rx500android]

@@Lammington2yup. So no tight corsets, only short stays, with most of them looking similar to modern bras, because of the empire waistline

[@kaygafane]

2:02 "y'all let me show you the underwear and bra i'm wearing right now" is one of the most weirdly funny lines i have ever heard.

[@violeta373]

she looks good and making moneyyyy

[@brigc7755]

I was about to comment about how in the Regency era tight corsets were not in fashion but rather loose-fitting stays but then u cut to an ad and i was like okay girl get that bag i get it now

[@alwaysrootingfortheantihero123]

lol that’s what I thought too it was even funnier that it was a bra ad and corsets were mid 19th century bras

[@hezzabeth]

I’m just so baffled that everyone acts like Penelope is the ugly sister when she’s the prettiest one?

[@joyofmyfather22]

i know every time i see her my jaw drops she is so Fing gorgeous!!!!

[@wills5945]

She’s written to be unattractive, but her actress is gorgeous so there’s a bit of an embalance. It’s like when Anne Hathaway or Emma Robert’s is cast to play a nerd and you just have to turn on your suspension of disbelief.

[@wills5945]

*imbalance

[@mislenemislene8588]

She’s not described as being ugly but just not the prettiest London girl, and she’s very quiet and uncomfortable around most people, which is sadly making her even more unattractive

[@sarahthomas8670]

Fr she’s like the Cinderella

[@IHARumor]

The chapter where Colin rushed to Daphne to ask her how she knew she was in love was one of my faves, but since Daphne isn’t gonna be in this season, they’re probably not gonna include it or perhaps change it to Anthony, which I am also very much okay with.

[@funkycrawler619]

I think its likely going to be Violet since Colin's book is oddly the only one where Violet does not have a moment with her kid lol

[@MT0523]

It was with violet! :)

[@laurencamila9024]

I almost commented "girls you would love The Selection" only to remember The Selection videos are how I found your channel

[@luzcalderon7808]

Im one second in Girl? That dress? YOU'RE STUNNING!!!!!

[@ia490]

SHE REALLY IS

[@faenene]

SHE REALLY IS

[@isthatachicken]

Agreed

[@mchjsosde]

That color looks amazing on her skin tone

[@MelikeYuecel]

She looks so gorgeous!!

[@luzcalderon7808]

Our girl has told us about her bowel movements and underwear for a sponsor. RESPECT

[@belledomingos3268]

We love a committed queen

[@ducklingscap897]

Except that it was complete bullshit because corsets weren't uncomfortable and especially in the regency era they often didn't even wear corsets because they weren't in fashion... It was nice intro into the advertisement but there are still people out there who believe the myth that corsets were uncomfortable, so it would have been nice to skip that part.

[@Royally_Wonderful]

I'm a simple woman, I see Bridgerton and I click 🌚🌝✨

[@you_already_have_it]

Same

[@alargebagofmoney]

Yep. Basically. Hehe

[@sarahthomas8670]

Same

[@CarinaCoffee]

I've read all the books and Polin's story has always been my favourite! That slow burn and friendship-to-lovers was so nicely done. Like, Colin really had to grew up and Penelope helped him realise so many things and they sort of lifted the other one's insecurities away.

[@amodinitankan8454]

Yes same! Polin's story is really beautiful.

[@TemplePriestess]

Eloise had ink stains on her hands because she was fervently writing letters to Sir Phillip Crane. RMB was hinting at the next book. 😊 11:56

[@kyndalgordon8127]

literally the bridgerton hyperfixation has only been growing since the trailer dropped

[@jessicarodriguez8990]

I really like their book too. And I agree I had fun reading it bc they both can be such goofballs and awkward characters but also so real and flawed and also sweet. Plus, I’m a sucker for a friends to lovers story and I like how they can be open and vulnerable with each other and bring out the best in each other. They help each other with their confidence and their writing. It’s a nice love story that I admit have read multiple times.

[@pirate_bassist]

I want the rundown of the other books!!! AND THE OTHER PREQUELS TOO!

[@jitterbugg2]

me too!!

[@funkycrawler619]

The prequels imo are way better than the original series aka I feel JQ learned a lot from the critique of the original series lol

[@TheSneakyFox93]

Because of Miss Bridgerton was my first Julia Quinn read. Love Billie ♥️ Also! I want to see The Girl With the Make Believe Husband adapted to Shondaland. That book is so messy I love it.

[@funkycrawler619]

@@TheSneakyFox93 You are better than me cause that book confirmed that I HATE the "penpals to lovers" trope or whatever it is called even I liked the characters. Messy indeed for sure but I would be so happy for a Rokesby adaption of any kind.

[@carissadallke1345]

The channel Sav has done a wonderful run down on the first 6 books now! Each video is 2 books

[@kristenaguilar5448]

okay but honestly they need you on the next bridgerton audiobook the way you read the excerpts had me on the edge of my SEAT

[@Anna-B]

I love Bridgerton, the show and the books. I’ve only read the first three, because I don’t want to spoil the show by reading the books first. But they went out of order, so I gave in and read Benedict’s book too 😂! It’s definitely worth a read if you like the show. The only downside is that the side plots don’t really exist for the most part. So if you wanted more Sienna, it’s not happening Also, teeny tiny nitpick: corsets weren’t that bad if you were doing it correctly. Especially during the regency era. It’s not your fault, that’s a common misconception. I just wanted share that with the class

[@FifthAveAtFive]

And now I’m so excited for season 4! I can’t wait for the masquerade ball and I already love the chemistry between Luke T and Yerin. Luke has hinted that he liked the lake scene in the book so we’ll see if it shows up. Also excited ti see married Polin and Kanthony.

[@geetmittal]

girl that dress is stunning!

[@Jay.T4NA]

“A goddess”????!!!!!!! I can’t wait to see this thought shown on screen oh my gosh? I feel woefully unprepared for this next season

[@BrittonS.]

This actually sounds so much better than this season of the show. I like that only Colin knows it’s Penelope and tries to help her, although it does make sense that Eloise would figure it out too.

[@ladyangelsongbird]

Funny this video came out as soon as I'm reading through the entire Bridgerton series. I'm on book 8 now, so I'm almost done. The books aren't any high quality literature, but they're fun, quick and entertaining reads. So far, my favorite books are #3 (Benedict's story which is a Cinderella story), #5 (Eloise's book and has a mixed reception, but I liked it) and #6 (Francesa's story and probably the best one). The funny thing is, in each book, the sex scenes start 60% of the way through and I always think "Oh boy, here we go again". I like how the show adds more drama, layers and showing different perspectives between the families. I hope they get to adapt all of the books, especially Benedict and Francesca's books and don't change too much because I loved those two!

[@mislenemislene8588]

Am I on the only one who loved Francesca’s book only for Michael ? Francesca is my least favorite female Bridgerton siblings , I can’t explain why 😅

[@ladyangelsongbird]

@@mislenemislene8588 it's okay! Everyone will have their own thoughts on the books. Francesa is definitely a different heroine from many of the others in the series and there were some moments where she was indecisive about Michael after John's death, while I was saying "Just marry him already!" But Michael is absolutely one of, if not the best heroes overall! I'm excited to see if and how show will get to adapting Francesca and Michael's story, as ShondaLand takes some creative liberties with the plots, as seen with the first two books. I just feel bad for people who stopped after "The Duke and I" and "The Viscount Who Loved Me" because they aren't the strongest books in the series and they 100% improve!

[@navyakr580]

Ironically enough those are the two books the new showrunner is planning on changing the most

[@ladyangelsongbird]

@@navyakr580 yes, that is true. I'm disappointed about the changes to Francesca's story because hers was my favorite and more mature than the rest of them. I love how it tackled grief, infertility, imposter syndrome and moving on from the past. I loved how her and John's relationship progressed throughout season 3, but the smack in the face right at the end got to me. They're ironically changing the one story where the gender of the characters changes the most and the book that most people can agree is one of the best in the series.

[@FifthAveAtFive]

@@ladyangelsongbird I don’t think it will actually change much of Frannie’s story. Historically titles could be passed to a female heir in Scotland, which is where Kilmartin is located. The issues of fertility/struggling to conceive can still be explored during her marriage with John as they are in the book. All the other seasons so far have ignored their respective books second epilogues so that’s not a concern. Especially since at the end of WHWW, Francesca arrives at a state of peace regarding her fertility because she realizes she doesn’t need to have a child to feel complete or like a woman and instead defines what being a woman means for herself. I think that open mindedness that having or not having a child doesn’t impact the validity of their relationship is so beautiful because both Frannie and Michael say they only need each other. Tbh, by making it a sapphic adaptation there are more layers that can be explored on top of the themes of grief, fertility, sense of replacing a loved one/guilt, redefining womanhood, sexual exploration, and second love. Like imagine Michaela not only inheriting her beloved cousin’s, who was like a brother, title and feeling like it shouldn’t be hers, that John should be alive, cause she wasn’t raised to inherit so she feels out of place in that sense but also feeling out of place because she’s a woman. There is so much more they can do while still sticking to the key points of the book so in addition to seeing myself a BIPOC person that is attracted to woman being represented, I’m excited for the new possibilities it could go.

[@NatalieeHopee]

Somehow your hyperfixations always align with mine and you post a video exactly when I’m obsessing about the topic 😂 Loved this one!

[@gandalfsarmpit1470]

these are my comfort videos

[@imscanon]

Oh, I didn't realize their ages were different in the books. They're 20 and 22 in the show. I have the book on waitlist at the library so hoping to read it soon.

[@kathleenmcgowan7710]

There’s a gap between books 3 and 4, so it’s happening 10 years later. they sped everything up in the TV show.

[@diannaherrera3768]

I just finished reading the book today, within 3 days so yeah it was pretty good. But I'm mostly surprised that the fact that they kissed twice and then he was like "aight bet, let's get married"💀 I will admit some of Colin's anger did seem alarming but he did become more gentle and forgiving so I'm letting it slide... There's just so many differences between the books and the series. The fact that Eloise said that it was best that Pen kept her secret from her cuz she would've told anyone. Meanwhile in the show she's pissed at her for talking bad about her😭

[@benab229]

your reading of the passage was so enrapturing i was so invested and on the edge of my seat

[@pharangaeljaw]

holy wow this dress is gorgeous!!!!!!

[@zinniebug7555]

GIRL THE DRESSES FOR THE PAST TWO VIDEOS EAT!!!! You are feeding us with this content and fantastic outfits ❤

[@leahjk97]

the cody ko intro made me laugh so hard right off the bat lol

[@evildoesnotsleep-x2b]

girl WHAT? that kiss was fire! mr colin!

[@sarahndipity_7]

1:02 but did you notice the girls are all named after flowers

[@RubySapphires]

Is Francesca or Eloise or Daphne the name of a flower?🤔

[@stay_forever03]

@@RubySapphires Primula Francesca, Rosa “Eloise” and Daphne odora! your comment made me curious, so I googled it

[@TheSneakyFox93]

It’s funny you say that because a bunch of the Smythe-Smith girls are very explicitly named after flowers: Iris, Marigold, Rose, Daisy

[@peythefish]

okay so yes to bridgerton, also your dress is beautiful omg

[@hozyaka]

THAT HOTEL BACKGROUND >>

[@keenbean8428]

That Cody opening was hilarious

[@sarusquis]

OMG THE DRESS!!! GORGEOUS ✨

[@CarinaCoffee]

My second favourite of the books after Polin's is Kanthony's. I love an enemy-to-lovers and there was no unnecessary sister cat fight over the same dude. I know Shondaland is known for the drama, but I thought part of the show wasn't good. Women should uplift each other and in the book they actually did.

[@mislenemislene8588]

this 🙌🏾

[@sparo_art]

damn the way you read that entire scene!! I loved it

[@taylorgrace3132]

Those are beautiful little columns in that hotel

[@angieng6091]

omggg you’re so pretty! love your videos and this is a rare situation where the tv adaptation is better than the books

[@thysens]

0:57 Took me until Eloise to realize that these were separate names and not one person’s lengthy name. Also, bro you’re pulling off that dress crazy well, you’ve got a Disney princess look lol.

[@TheDelikizzz]

omg you should definitely read the other books. I just finished reading book 4. About to start Eloise's and I am so excited because her story sounds the most interesting to me. I didn't enjoy Benedicts as much since I don't care for Cinderella retellings and Benedict annoyed me a few times but Sophie was a great character. Francesca and Gregory's are probably the ones I am least looking forward to based on the summaries.

[@MorathiCain]

This is my favourite book of the series and it was so much fun to listen to you summarise it! So dramatic for real XD totally agree that Colin got angry a bit too often for how he'd been painted before but they still make a very amazing team. Ngl, the way Penelope especially got shown in the show so far has ruined her for me some because she's SO different from the person in the book. So I enjoyed your video all the more because it reminded me of so many fun moments ^^ also, your dress is amazing! Ps. Penelope faceplanting the pavement at the proposal still has me in stitches aksdjbakjsdbas Pps. What I definitely do prefer in the books is how much time went by till they get together. 28 makes a difference and by then, they have had so many years to get to know each other but also for Penelope to kind of accept the unrequited feelings? Yes she likes Colin and she deals with it herself and never complains to him about it. It's also why they hit so well, because it comes as SUCH a surprise, something she'd never accounted for (without blaming Colin because feelings are feelings) but it DOES happen after all the pining *_*

[@gayathrivaddi4531]

I liked the book version than serie... (mostly because of Eloise nd Penelope friendship nd lady Danbury effection towards Penelope... not to forget Colin's character is totally different)

[@coney_island_queen]

I was about to give this book 3.75 but girl... when I read the last few scenes of this book, the scenes where Colin was looking for a solution for Cressida's blackmailing. And when Hyacinth, Penelope, Eloise and Violet were arriving at Daphne's ball, I was obsessed with the writing, the suspense, Penelope being VERY nervous and how thoughtful Colin was when he sent letters to everyone in his family to keep Penelope company. I literally felt like I was Penelope for a second, it was so good that I bumped the rating to 4 stars.

[@ripbingbong2015]

“he died from a bee sting, don’t worry about it” me, an anime fan: no prob

[@StellaBella488]

Anyone getting into historical romance should check out Lisa Kleypas! She has more interesting characters imo

[@fuzziemonkie437]

thanks for releasing this video while i am in the middle of rapidly consuming all the bridgerton books after binging the show

[@Kittie9]

his temper comes out with Pen cause shes his true love match and brings out all sides of him even the bad. She sees past his mask as a charmer and shatters that mask that no one else could. Not excusing his anger btw but thats why his anger comes out with her (and he apologize to her for it unlike a lot of these men 😭). Same way with why her true witty self comes out with him!

[@bubbles4897]

yeah….are you a kid or something? because it’s very weird to say that because someone has a temper around a person, that they are their “true love match”

[@Kittie9]

@@bubbles4897wow you cant read. IF YOU ACTUALLY LISTEN TO THE VIDEO AND READ THE BOOK his temper he keeps hidden only comes out when he profoundly cares abt something and/or someone. NO ONE ELSE IN THE SERIES BREAKS HIS CHARMING HAPPY FACADE BESIDES PENELOPE.

[@madyc.5055]

​@@bubbles4897 you're gonna need to mature a bit before you realize that love brings out the good and the bad. that's what we call life genius. don't try to bring others down because you haven't figured that out yet.

[@FifthAveAtFive]

While I don’t like how Colin expresses his anger in the book (so glad Luke N showed more complexity in that Colin was hurt and afraid) I do recognize that it’s because Colin has never felt any strong emotions until Penelope. He is consumed by his worry for her safety, wellbeing, and reputation. I do wish we’d see him apologize to Pen for his anger outbursts where he physically takes it out on her (hate the forced champagne drinking scene) since he already acknowledges internally that he is doing something wrong.

[@yell0wcl0uds59]

Girl love the vid, but I have to say that Bridgerton is set in the early 19th century as it takes place during the regency era (1811-1820) not the late 19th century

[@lukebruns2503]

with the books being like 1813-1827 (i think)

[@bettybee1852]

Yes, thank you, I was thinking she meant the late "18th century"....into the early 19th.

[@elythecreative]

PlEASE DO THE REST OF THEMMMMMMMMM

[@HuntingViolets]

I love the word spinster. I wish we used it now. It sounds so magical.

[@violeta373]

the queen blessing us again

[@jessicaponticello8937]

Girl that dress is stunning!!!

[@rosalindeast1843]

girl I need you to narrate Bridgerton audiobooks ASAP

[@MoondogMadness]

Im cackling, I’d love to hear you do the entire series audiobook style✨

[@gabrielleduplessis7388]

I am so glad you enjoyed romancing mr. Bridgerton. It is my favorite book in the series followed by When he was wicked and it’s in his kiss. Penelope and colin are my favorite couple, flaws and all. I hope they bring in the spirit of them and most scenes from the book because they are so romantic.

[@95KyBoo]

Listen I read all the books back in 2020. So refreshing to get an overview

[@kaisunia]

off topic but yt showed me an entire episode of bluey as an ad before this video

[@ruthvause3429]

That is so randomly wholesome 😂

[@martinachooffey1843]

you always makes videos that are so specifically a video I need to watch idk how you never miss

[@Rckitty]

Benedict is hands down my fave. I’m so bummed he’s being skipped for Colin but I get why.

[@erehsimas]

I’m trying to forget that S3 is coming soon so I don’t become obsessed with it but I’m failing miserably 😭😭

[@LeySidle]

Yours was THE BEST review of "Romancing..." I've EVER watched! 👏👏👏😂

[@Official.NoahistiredYT]

I LOVE bridgerton. I havent read the books but i have watched the whole show so far 😭

[@violeta373]

read them!!! i just read the Polin book in two days for free :)

[@Official.NoahistiredYT]

@@violeta373 I'm planning on it! I love reading so I'll definitely try to find time for it.

[@Official.NoahistiredYT]

@ville__ didn't ask + don't care + get out

[@Official.NoahistiredYT]

@ville__ awhhh poor little coward deleted their comment.

[@Scarylyn14]

@ville__ are you sure about that? Because you’re also spamming comments about how you make better content than her.

[@abney18]

Thanks for this--read Benedict's book, hated how mean he was, and idk if I have the heart to try the other ones 😭

[@JxstZ]

I read the Books, but still hearing it again after a year gave me goosebumps

[@sailorjoopiter]

i love your recap videos they’re literally so entertaining

[@95KyBoo]

Aww Eloise with her letters to her penpal 🤗

[@olecybelousov7042]

I could listen to you read the books for hours

[@amala2665]

would love to hear you talk about the other books (maybe a comparison to the netlike version of the story?)

[@3Zenaida3]

The Cody Ko intro was just 🤌🏽🤌🏽🤌🏽

[@akira8335]

I Really liked the series but now i feel robbed

[@andreavalle3987]

The show is based on the Regency era, which is early 19th century

[@abbysteranko474]

In my opinion, I think that Lady Danbury is going to take Penelope under her wing and show her how to be a flower, not a wildflower, no more. (No hate.) In my opinion, Francesca is better than Eloise in every way, shape, and form. (No hate.) Is it just me thinking that the every last clip in the trailer is the end of the last episode of the last clips of s3 part one? 🤔 I think the picture with Lord Debling puts his hand on Penelope waste is because they see Colin puch someone. The last picture of Dubling with Penelope I think the reason why she turned her hand is to make sure everyone is watching special Colin.

[@MeetBailey]

How could you call the Smythe-Smith musicale some concert? It’s the least anticipated social event of the season 😧

[@nezovo]

I literally just finished binging bridgerton and opened yt... this is perfect

[@m_here1]

Just want to point out: ACTUAL regency England did not have corsets, but stays, which are different. Stays are softer, not really boned, and a much less restrictive garment than corsets. There was no reason to have a waist cinching garment with regency dresses because the waist line of regency dresses was right under the bust aka an empire waist. Also, much of our pop culture perceptions of corsets are wrong due to bad science and mysogyny. Corsets were not the uncomfortable garment we imagine because they were fitted to the proportions of the body and usually not tight-laced (like in movies). Working class women wore corsets every day, and women wore corsets while doing athletics. For more on this, I recommend checking out Bernadette Banner and Karolina Zebrowska's MANY videos on the subject. I get it, Bridgerton is historical fantasy, so who cares about the historical accuracy of the clothes. I love the show too, and I have read all the books multiple times. But we need to stop spreading corset myths because it's ahistorical and learning the truth should be fun and something people care about. Anyway, rant over.

[@raininghail4049]

So glad a second person has read them

[@wafflefries1758]

16:55 HELP THE SWEENY TODD REFERENCE IM DYING

[@zahwon6351]

I love this. I made an out of body experience cause I just love drama and romance soooo much

[@ghxstpixie]

this video convinced me that i should read the books

[@Nightbat1321]

Same im definitely gonna have to read em

[@quanxisgf8578]

Got an ad for bridgerton right before watching the video lol

[@chavaira]

It’s not a big deal, but as someone obsessed with the regent era, it’s actually the early 19th century, not late 19th century. Late 19th century is the Victorian era.

[@belledomingos3268]

18:35 omg I DIED and didn't even read the book

[@MichelleTheGinger]

I understand the fans of the show wanted to see Colin & Penelope asap, but the key factor of the book is how long Penelope has actually been looked over & mistreated by her mother. About 11 years of going to balls & only being noticed by Colin in friendship. Also, it really ga e her time to establish Lady Whistledown. I feel like they missed the mark by expediting the timeline so much.

[@its_emilyanne]

I BEEN WAITING FOR THIS ONE

[@shinhye3448]

I read this book 10 times and i am not ashamed 🙂

[@jonathanrasheedakaml79]

I need you to recap Throne of Glass series!

[@abenaoseii]

nah that sponsorship was smooth😂😂😂

[@abella981]

I freaking hate how much they changed the show I thought the books made Soo much more sense and where hilarious in comparison to the show

[@tatyanaivanshov]

THE CODY KO INTRO LMAOOOO i want expecting that

[@c.b.51]

It would be nice with some sort of visualization while you explain 🥲 maybe photos or just simple drawings on a whiteboard but I understand if that is not your style. Still an interesting topic, I just had a hard time to follow along

[@cupcake1q_Gacha]

I'm going to assume Edmund was allergic to bee's so that's why he died form a bee sting

[@valeriedevereux5912]

I think Lady Danbury knows, when she offers the money. That it is Penelope.

[@francescascanlan4549]

Great video! I just wanted to drop on and say that Bridgerton takes place in the early 19th century (otherwise known as the Regency Era) and not the late 19th century (which was the later part of the Victorian era) :)

[@stacystallard4327]

Best synopsis EVER!!!

[@enkayar718]

The Colin and Penelope book is also the only one I've read. I might read Benedict's book next. Not really interested in Eloise's story. Don't know why.

[@adrija9340]

Omg you look amazing in that dress

[@wafflefries1758]

ok i’ve never been interested in Bridgetown until now but can i skip all the other books just to get to this one?

[@mariahernandez6885]

Well done on the story telling.