by Julia Quinn
Series: Bridgertons #2
Narrator: Rosalyn Landor
Length: 12 hrs and 10 mins
Genres: Historical Romance
Source: Publisher
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Narration: 3.5 cups
1814 promises to be another eventful season, but not, This Author believes, for Anthony Bridgerton, London's most elusive bachelor, who has shown no indication that he plans to marry. And in all truth, why should he? When it comes to playing the consummate rake, nobody does it better...
--Lady Whistledown's Society Papers, April 1814
But this time the gossip columnists have it wrong. Anthony Bridgerton hasn't just decided to marry--he's even chosen a wife! The only obstacle is his intended's older sister, Kate Sheffield--the most meddlesome woman ever to grace a London ballroom. The spirited schemer is driving Anthony mad with her determination to stop the betrothal, but when he closes his eyes at night, Kate's the woman haunting his increasingly erotic dreams...
Contrary to popular belief, Kate is quite sure that reformed rakes to not make the best husbands--and Anthony Bridgerton is the most wicked rogue of them all. Kate's determined to protect her sister--but she fears her own heart is vulnerable. And when Anthony's lips touch hers, she's suddenly afraid she might not be able to resist the reprehensible rake herself...
Julia Quinn reminds me why I love historical romances. THE VISCOUNT WHO LOVES ME is the second book in the Bridgertons series, and I continued my adventures on audio. Kate Sheffield and the Viscount Anthony Bridgerton provided a hilarious romance filled with snark, stupidity, HEART, and heat. I dare you not to fall in love.
First, before reading the prologue, I recommend having a glass of wine or a few truffles at the ready. It made me cry! Second, the rest of the book had me laughing out loud, swooning, and wanting to knock a certain Viscount on the back of the head until he came to his senses. All of this made for an addictive listen!
Anthony Bridgerton, the eldest son of the Bridgerton clan, has reached the age of twenty-nine and decided to settle down and produce an heir. After his father’s passing Anthony believes he will not live to see his children fully grown and decides to wed a good woman to raise his child. He has only one rule. It’s simply really he will NOT marry for love.
Kate Sheffield is soon to be twenty-one and will be having her first season along with her half-sister, seventeen-year-old, Edwina. Kate is tall and ordinary while Edwina is considered beautiful. Finances have made them share a season, but Kate adores her little sister and plans to see her happily married. When that Bridgerton Rake sets his eyes on Edwina, Kate is determined to thwart his efforts.
There is nothing I love more than a bickering, snarky haters to lovers romance and Quinn delivered in spades. The Viscount has this plan, a selfish one to protect his heart, and while Edwina will suit perfectly as his wife, he has no feelings for her, but her sister Kate is driving him absolutely mad! I loved their chemistry, the debacle at the park and oh lord who knew lawn croquet could be so much fun!
At the beginning of each chapter, we get an excerpt from the notorious Lady Whistledown’s Society Paper. This woman knows all, and I delighted on her reporting.
The Bridgerton family is utterly delightful from the brotherly shenanigans to the rivalries. You just want to spend time with them, and Quinn rewarded readers with a house party at their estate.
The romance was filled with wicked banter and a smidgen of angst as Anthony had to come to his senses. I loved how Kate exasperated Anthony and the way he eventually wormed his way into her heart. Their story felt genuine, and I rooted for them.
Rosalyn Landor continues to narrate this series, and while I am not one hundred percent on board with her male voices, she did capture the tone of the story. Her pacing allowed me to slip in and become caught up in the tale. I thought she did a splendid job with the banter and chemistry between Anthony and Kate. I enjoyed her accent as well.
THE VISCOUNT WHO LOVES ME was a delightful story and left me eager for the next Bridgerton romance.
The audio also contains, THE VISCOUNT WHO LOVES ME: The Epilogue II (Bridgertons #2.5) It gives us a follow up to Kate and Anthony’s story some fifteen years into the future and had me laughing and smiling.
The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn, offered wicked banter and delicious laughter. Share on X
About Kimberly
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Linda Townsend
I’m so thrilled to have won this! THANK YOU!
kimbacaffeinate
Enjoy Linda!!
Linda Townsend
I’m sure I will! 🙂
Rowena
Awww, it’s been ages since I’ve read this book but I did love it. Great review, I’m so glad that you enjoyed it. Julia Quinn rocks!
kimbacaffeinate
I had read book one long ago, but I am having a blast listening to these 🙂
Cyn
This is probably my favouritest of all Bridgertons! I’m so glad you loved it too! Now I really want to re-read it. Glad this was a great listen! Lovely review, Kim!
kimbacaffeinate
I am having fun listening. I had only ever read book one.
Janie McGaugh
My favorites are Enemies to Lovers and variations on Beauty and the Beast.
kimbacaffeinate
Yes. I am a fan of those too Janie. Good luck!
Quinn's Book Nook
This is one of my favorite JQ books. And one of my favorite historical romances. There is something so very special about Anthony and Kate’s romance. And of course, that Pall Mall scene. Oh I love that.
kimbacaffeinate
I hope you entered. It was such a fun listen.
Michele
I really need to make my way back around to this genre; and since you’re daring me to fall in love with this one, this series sounds like a great place to start lol! Thank you so much for the great review and the awesome giveaway!
kimbacaffeinate
Good luck Michele. This was delightful.
The Bibliophile Babe
I do love banter! I may need to give this one a try.
kimbacaffeinate
I hope you do 🙂
Sophia Rose
Oh now don’t they sound fun. I agree, there are certain themes in historicals that just make them a lot of fun to read. I still need to read this series.
kimbacaffeinate
I had only read the first book years ago, but I am so glad I am listening to all of them.
Linda Townsend
I’ve not read anything by this author but I do enjoy historical romances that make me laugh. Thanks for bringing this author and this book to my attn! Thank you, also, for the giveaway! I love audios!
kimbacaffeinate
You are welcome, Linda. Quinn’s books are a lot of fun to read.
Angela
I need to read more Quinn!
kimbacaffeinate
Yes…her books are delightful Angela
Debbie Haupt
Its been a while since I’ve read/listened to a Quinn novel. Thanks for the review and the chance to win!
kimbacaffeinate
Good luck Debbie!
Heidi
I am glad you went from crying to laughing. A nice turn around!
kimbacaffeinate
I did, this was a fun listen
Lover Of Romance
Oh this book is just amazing!! I love the bantering and chemistry in this one, and she did such a great job writing this book right?
kimbacaffeinate
Yes and it just popped to life on audio
sherry fundin
I am hit and miss with historical romance, but my fave is romantic suspense.
kimbacaffeinate
Quinn is a lot of fun to read Sherry
Tracy Terry
Loving the cover.
Though not a big fan of this genre (and especially if its big on the romance side) your review almost has me convinced to give this one a try.
kimbacaffeinate
Well maybe you will win and can try listening. It was fun.
Mary Kirkland
While it’s not my genre, it does sound like a good book.
kimbacaffeinate
Thanks, Mary. I am having a lot of fun listening to these.
Katherine
This is probably my favorite in the whole series so I’m so glad you enjoyed it too! I loved the relationship between Kate and Edwina. So often the “pretty” sister is awful and the sisters dislike each other so I really enjoyed it wasn’t the case here. Now I want to go reread this!
kimbacaffeinate
It was such fun especially the way they both infuriated the other..but not really..::
Dragonfly
I haven’t read historical romance in ages! This one sounds so good!
kimbacaffeinate
It was wonderful, I hope you entered to win
Lark
Lovely review! This is one of my two very favorite JQ romances (the other being Romancing Mister Bridgerton.)
kimbacaffeinate
I am working my way through them on audio and loving it
Ailyn Koay
whoa, scandalous! what would the ton say? actually poor sister I think this will not end well
kimbacaffeinate
Hehe..it was quite amusing watching it all unfold
Nadene
I heard good things about this author, but I never had the chance to read one of her books. I love the idea of bickering couples falling in love, makes for an interesting read.
kimbacaffeinate
What? Oh we need to have you try Quinn Nadene!
Silvia
So much love for Julia Quinn!! Really happy her stories are working so well for you, and you know I already have a couple of her books, so I might start the read soon 😉
kimbacaffeinate
I hope you try one soon my friend.
Cindy
This one is for me, I love it when bickering couples turn to love! The setting and characters sound wonderful. I have always loved this time period as well. Thanks for sharing this great review.
kimbacaffeinate
The chemistry and banter were utterly delightful Cindy.
blodeuedd
Awwww Quinn 😀
kimbacaffeinate
Yes.