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Daphné et le duc (La chronique des Bridgerton, #1)

by Julia Quinn, Cécile Desthuilliers

2000•J'ai Lu•FR
About the book

In the social landscape of Regency London, Daphne Bridgerton struggles to find a husband who views her as more than a friend. To change her luck, she enters into a calculated pact with Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings. Simon wants to evade the local matchmakers, while Daphne needs to increase her perceived value to other suitors. They stage a public courtship, using fake affection to manipulate the expectations of the ton. However, as they navigate family obligations and Simon’s refusal to marry, the line between their performance and personal feelings begins to blur.

This romance attracts readers who enjoy historical settings and sharp, bantering dialogue. It serves those looking for stories where logistical arrangements collide with emotional reality. Readers gain an understanding of the rigid protocols governing nineteenth-century courtship and the pressure placed on large families to secure advantageous matches. The narrative provides a satisfying arc where characters must choose between long-held personal vows and the possibility of a shared future.

Insights from Daphné et le duc (La chronique des Bridgerton, #1)

“Je ne peux pas vous donner ce que vous voulez.”

Simon est un menteur professionnel avec lui-même. Il préfère briser son propre cœur plutôt que de risquer de ressembler à son père.

Daphné n'est pas une oie blanche. Elle sait exactement comment manipuler les codes de la saison pour obtenir ce qu'elle veut.

“Vous êtes une Bridgerton. Vous êtes faite pour être aimée.”

Le pacte de fausses fiançailles est un jeu dangereux. On croit contrôler la situation, puis un regard dans un jardin change tout.

Anthony est insupportable à vouloir tout régenter. Sa protection fraternelle étouffe Daphné plus que les prétendants ennuyeux.

Details
Published
2000
Publisher
J'ai Lu
ISBN
9782290013915
Language
FR

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