When He Was Wicked
Written by Julia Quinn
Narrated by Rosalyn Landor
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About this audiobook
A moment so tremendous, so sharp and breathtaking, that one knows one’s life will never be the same. For Michael
Stirling, London’s most infamous rake, that moment came the first time he laid eyes on Francesca Bridgerton.
After a lifetime of chasing women, of smiling slyly as they chased him, of allowing himself to be caught but never
permitting his heart to become engaged, he took one look at Francesca Bridgerton and fell so fast and hard into love
it was a wonder he managed to remain standing. Unfortunately for Michael, however, Francesca’s surname was to
remain Bridgerton for only a mere thirty-six hours longer—the occasion of their meeting was, lamentably, a supper
celebrating her imminent wedding to his cousin.
But that was then … Now Michael is the earl and Francesca is free, but still she thinks of him as nothing other
than her dear friend and confidant. Michael dares not speak to her of his love … until one dangerous night, when she
steps innocently into his arms and passion proves stronger than even the most wicked of secrets …
Julia Quinn
#1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn began writing one month after graduating from college and, aside from a brief stint in medical school, she has been tapping away at her keyboard ever since. Her novels have been translated into 43 languages and are beloved the world over. A graduate of Harvard and Radcliffe Colleges, she lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest. Look for BRIDGERTON, based on her popular series of novels about the Bridgerton family, on Netflix.
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Reviews for When He Was Wicked
584 ratings18 reviews
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5I LOVE this story, but this recording has parts missing from it that made it VERY frustrating to listen to. I own 3 copies of this book, So I know what I’m talking about.
I’ve never had this problem on Scribed before- this was disappointing3 people found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I really thought I'd hate this book and tbh I hesitated to start reading this after Eloise's story bc its about Francesca and I know nothing about her since compared to other Bridgerton children, she's nowhere to be found on the other books, well aside from Benedict's story.
Buuut, I must say her story's very different from the previous books, which I all loved btw esp Anthony's, and I juuuust loved it! It focused grief which is a very heavy subject compared to the other books and it was really a nice topic to tackle about.
Francesca really frustrated me toward the end like girl, just make a damn decision already! I felt so much for Michael in that moment. Imagine secretly loving someone for so many years, your feelings just became so big you just can't keep it as secret any longer. God, I just want to smack her in the head.
Out of all the heroes of the Bridgerton series, Michael's my most favorite now. Used to be Colin but he'd just have to be the second one now, eh? He's still my most fave Bridgerton tho.1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Oh wow! This is by far the best book I have read thus far in the Bridgerton series. I loved the plot and of course Julia’s writing. Steamiest book yet.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5My favorite of the Bridgerton series. When Michael is wicked, he is REALLY wicked. Can't wait to see him on the Netflix series.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This is by far the best book in this series...I devoured it!!!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I am really loving this series! This book was another great book in it! And I'm so glad the second epilogue was included, because it let us know that Francesca finally had children! She had a boy and then a girl! I was so happy for her and Michael! :-)
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This is probably the best book in the series. It has great moral delema and incredible chemistry.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Love the characters in this books, the story line and how Franchesca was different than her siblings!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5A delightful and entertaining read! Highly recommended reading. Might have abused the word 'wicked' but I'll allow it because it was that much fun. Best sex scenes of all the Bridgerton series. Very good story with a interesting take having Francesca happily married at the start of the book. This ranks as one of my favorite of the series.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The storyline is fantastic but the narrator is first class!! Terrific.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The Bridgerton series always leaves me feeling like whatever book I'm reading at the moment is my favorite. "When He Was Wicked" is no exception! Francessca may be my favorite Bridgerton sister. I really like the depth in her story with the themes of grief and infertility. It is something I can find myself relating to. And if I need to find hope, the second epilogue is always there to comfort me. Kudos to Julia Quinn!
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Another great read, or listen I should say. Used to hate audiobooks. not so much anymore now that im a busy mom.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The best of the Bridgetons novels yet. Lively and saucy, great.
- Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Nice book, but I liked it less than first five books. I don't know why, but it didn't captivate me as much as the other ones.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Ahh! I really liked this one! Almost my favorite of the series, this had friends to lovers vibes that I was there for. Really cute, and sweet.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Finally a Bridgerton book where the guy treats the girl right. I mean there was a bit of him going out of his way, but I'm glad Julia did a better job with this male.
The story was ni e, though it felt unfinished or the plot was solved too quickly - "Mary me" "No" "Mary me" "No" "Mary me" "Fine. Yes" - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I love the Bridgertons and all the prequels on film and just being narrated.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I think this in a way is the best of the first six bridgerton series' books. Great characters and plot. So touching and rewarding in the end.