by Julia Quinn
Series: Bridgertons #7
Narrator: Simon Prebble
Length: 9 hours and 41 minutes
Genres: Historical Romance
Source: Publisher
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Narration: 4 cups
Raised by an unloving father who told him he was actually a bastard, Gareth St. Clair, the second son of a baron, has plenty of private demons to battle. Years later, after ironically becoming the heir to the St. Clair title when his older brother dies, Gareth still doesn't understand why his father, Lord St. Clair, hasn't publicly denounced his position in society.
His brother, always a champion of Gareth, leaves him a diary written in Italian. Unsure of what to do with the mysterious journal, he heads to his grandmother's house where he meets Hyacinth Bridgerton, youngest of the famed eight Bridgerton siblings. Though she is known for being outspoken and dramatic, there is something charming about her that keeps her in everyone's good graces. Fortunately for Gareth, Hyacinth can read Italian and, as she begins to decipher the text, clues to the mysterious St. Clair history begin to unravel.
Long ago, Gareth's grandmother hid jewels on the St. Claire estate, jewels that can replenish St. Claire coffers left bare by Lord St. Claire's gambling debts. As Gareth and Hyacinth begin their search, they soon realize that they're uncovering another treasure, a love infinitely more precious than any shiny bauble.
It’s In His Kiss by Julia Quinn, narrated by Simon Prebble is the seventh Bridgerton novel and shares the romance of Hyacinth, the youngest and most outspoken of the siblings. A diary, hidden jewels and wicked banter made this tale delightful.
Reasons to listen to It’s In His Kiss
- Lady Danbury and Hyacinth’s weekly tea, in which Hyacinth reads scandalous romances involving cliffs.
- Hyacinth Bridgerton who thinks being compared to Lady Danbury as the highest compliment. I adored this feisty, determined, stubborn and outspoken young woman, even when she was wrong.
- Gareth St. Clair. One can not help but feel sorry for him even if he is stubborn and often inserts his foot directly into his mouth. He grew up at the hands of a father who confessed Gareth was a bastard and who demeaned him. I struggled with something he did to keep Hyacinth, but blame his poor self-esteem and doubts.
- The romance while fade to black was filled with sizzling chemistry, snark, witty banter and plenty of swoons. I confess I burst out laughing several times as these two conversed. Hyacinth is so stubborn, and he takes a while to realize he is madly in love with her.
- Time spent with Lady Danbury. I simply adored this old woman who says and does exactly what she wants. Don’t think for a moment she wasn’t meddling.
- The diary written in Italian proved to be fascinating as Hyacinth worked to translate the text. The resulting sleuthing provided quite the adventure.
- Simon Prebble provided a wonderful narration and captured the banter between this couple perfectly.
- The epilogues. I love Quinn’s epilogues and I finished this audio grinning from ear to ear.
It’s In His Kiss is perfect for fans of historical romance, families, humor and swoons.
Breaking and entering, swoons and delicious banter made It's In His Kiss by Julia Quinn a fantastic listen. #loveaudiobooks #SimonPrebble Share on X
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MarthaE
This is a series I fully enjoyed. I am glad you are enjoying it too.
Kimberly
Me too. Thanks Martha 🙂
Dani Eide
Wow, how long has it been since i’ve read a Julia Quinn book. Her characters are delightful and I love the treasure hunt. ? Listening, instead of re-reading is a great idea! Great review! ❤️
Kimberly
These have been such fun to listen to Dani ❤️
Katherine @ I Wish I Lived in a Library
I remember enjoying this but I don’t remember much about it which clearly means I should reread it! It sounds delightful.
Kimberly
Perfect time for a reread or listen!
Lorna
I’m listening to Because of Miss Bridgerton right now. It’s a bit slow right now, but hoping it will pick up speed soon. I like the sound of this one a lot. I have a bag of books with several of this series that I got at the half price bookstore. I’ll have to check to see if this one is there.
Kimberly
Now that one I read and it did pick up. I hope you get to read more of her.
Laura Thomas
This sounds really fun. I’d like to have a seat at the tea parties. LOL
Kimberly
Oh yes, it was probably great fun.
Suzanne @ The Bookish Libra
Aww, I already have a soft spot for Gareth just from reading your review. Lady Danbury sounds like my kind of character too!
Kimberly
Lady Danbury was a hoot.
Angela Adams
“is perfect for fans of historical romance, families, humor and swoons” — love these traits in a novel. Thanks for the post.
Kimberly
As do I. Thanks Angela
Tyler H. Jolley
I think I’d really connect with Hyacinth. I love strong characters like that.
Kimberly
I feel the same Tyler.
Rowena
Awww, I loved Gareth and Hyacinth. Their romance was a fun one and Lady Danbury is one of my favorite characters ever. Great review, Kim!
Kimberly
Haha yes, I want to be Lady Danbury when I grow old.
Sophia Rose
Family secrets, journal clues, and hunt with a romance sounds splendid. Glad the narrator was good match, too.
Kimberly
Yes, Prebble does really well with the characters.
sherry fundin
Ooo a treasure hunt…and falling in love is a bonus. 🙂
Kimberly
Yes and a fiesty Aunt.
Melliane
It’s an author I really need to try and I heard so many great things about her books!
Kimberly
I hope that you do. Quinn always leaves me smiling.
Angela @ Simply Angela
A diary and hidden gems? Now I have to read this one!
Kimberly
Yes, it was quite the adventure.
Debbie Haupt
Awe this sounds good Kim thanks. It’s been a while since I read one by Quinn
Kimberly
I’ve read her new just working on her backlist 🙂
Quinn's Book Nook
Lady Danbury has to be one of the best characters Quinn ever created. She is just so funny. I love her in How to Marry a Marquis. I haven’t read this one in ages – I think since it was first released. I should really give it a reread.
Kimberly
I want to be her when I grow up!
kindlemom1
Is it weird that I know have that song stuck in my head? 😛
This does sound fun and perfect for after a harder read. I will definitely add it to my must try pile.
Kimberly
Yes, these are delightful in-between fantasies or murder-mysteries
Ailyn Koay
aww hope they have a happy ending, sounds like Gareth deserves someone good
Kimberly
Right. Imagine a father like that.