Bridgerton Books in Order
The short answer
Julia Quinn · 8 books
- How many books?
- There are 8 books in the Bridgerton series, published 2000–2006.
- Is it finished?
- Yes — the series is complete; it ends with On the Way to the Wedding (2006).
- Where to start
- Start with The Duke and I (2000).
About 3,200 pages — roughly 50 hours of reading
The Bridgerton series is a collection of eight novels set in Regency-era England, following the eight siblings of the Bridgerton family.
Here is the complete Bridgerton reading order — all 8 books by Julia Quinn, in the order you should read them:
Reading order
- The Duke and ISimon Basset, Duke of Hastings, and Daphne Bridgerton enter a fake courtship.2000432 pages
- The Viscount Who Loved MeAnthony Bridgerton hasn't just decided to marry—he's even selected a wife.2000392 pages
- An Offer from a GentlemanSophie Beckett never dreamed she'd be able to sneak into Lady Bridgerton's masquerade ball.2001400 pages
- Romancing Mister BridgertonPenelope Featherington has secretly loved Colin Bridgerton from afar.2002396 pages
- To Sir Phillip, With LoveSir Phillip knew that Eloise Bridgerton was a spinster.2003384 pages
- When He Was WickedIn every life there is a turning point.2004400 pages
- It's in His KissHyacinth Bridgerton is smart, outspoken, and according to Gareth St.2005368 pages
- On the Way to the WeddingGregory Bridgerton believes in true love, but love is never easy.2006402 pages
Good news: for this series, reading order and publication order are the same — just read straight down the list.
Track your place in Bridgerton
BookBinge remembers which book you're on and writes a spoiler-safe recap before every sequel. Free on iOS.
Get BookBingeFrequently asked questions
How many Bridgerton books are there?
There are 8 books in the Bridgerton series by Julia Quinn, from The Duke and I (2000) to On the Way to the Wedding (2006). Together they run to about 3,200 pages.
Is the Bridgerton series finished?
Yes. Julia Quinn completed the series with On the Way to the Wedding in 2006; all 8 books are out now.
What is the first Bridgerton book?
The Duke and I (2000) is book one, at 432 pages. Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings, and Daphne Bridgerton enter a fake courtship.
Should I read the Bridgerton series in publication order?
Yes. For the Bridgerton series, reading order and publication order are the same — The Duke and I (2000) through On the Way to the Wedding (2006).
How long does it take to read all Bridgerton books?
About 3,200 pages across 8 books — roughly 50 hours at a page a minute. The longest is The Duke and I (432 pages); the shortest is It's in His Kiss (368 pages).