Bridgerton author Julia Quinn gives her early review of season 4’s scripts. Netflix’s Regency romance series has so far adapted three of Quinn’s novels, each of which focuses on a different member of the eponymous family. After covering Colin’s (Luke Newton) friends-to-lovers dynamic with Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan), Bridgerton season 4 will turn its attention to Benedict (Luke Thompson) and adapt the third novel in the series, An Offer From a Gentleman. In the book, he falls for a woman named Sophie Beckett (Baek in the show, played by Yerin Ha) who, unbeknownst to him, is a maid.
While speaking to The Charlotte Observer about her upcoming appearance at two Bridgerton-themed events in Charlotte, North Carolina, Quinn gave a brief review of season 4, as it stands so far. First, she admitted that she couldn’t say anything about the season, adding, “You know, I would get in so much trouble if I said anything.” Quinn then confirmed she’s read some of the scripts, and she feels fans will be thrilled. Quinn said:
The scripts that I’ve read, I love. I’m really excited about the whole thing. I think I can say people who really like the book — which is ‘An Offer from a Gentleman’ which is the third book in the series — I think they’re gonna love the show.
What This Means For Bridgerton Season 4
Benedict’s Story Could Be The Most Book-Accurate Season Yet
Every Bridgerton sibling has their own strong, dedicated fanbase, but it is perhaps safe to say that Benedict’s is among the most vocal, and one that has been waiting longer than expected for his story. Even beyond the long production timelines the series has faced, Benedict’s story was initially believed to be the focus of the third season, as per its placement within the book series. Instead, Bridgerton pivoted to focus on Colin, thus delaying Benedict’s time in the spotlight.
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Book Number |
Title |
Main Character |
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#1 |
The Duke and I |
Daphne |
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#2 |
The Viscount Who Loved Me |
Anthony |
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#3 |
An Offer From a Gentleman |
Benedict |
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#4 |
Romancing Mr. Bridgerton |
Colin |
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#5 |
To Sir Phillip, With Love |
Eloise |
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#6 |
When He Was Wicked |
Francesca |
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#7 |
It’s in His Kiss |
Hyacinth |
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#8 |
On the Way to the Wedding |
Gregory |
This only means anticipation has grown even further for Benedict and Sophie’s love story, and Quinn’s positive words are an early indicator that Bridgerton season 4 will live up to expectations. Though the first three seasons have all received generally positive responses from viewers and critics, there are some book fans who have criticized various changes the show has made. Quinn’s belief that fans of An Offer From a Gentleman will enjoy season 4 suggests the show might be sticking closer to the source material, which would be seen as very good news for many.
Our Take On Quinn’s Bridgerton Season 4 Praise
This Is A Very Promising Season
As someone who adored the first two seasons of Bridgerton and was mostly charmed by the third, I have very high hopes for season 4. Benedict’s romance has a lot of potential, as does the character of Sophie. With little known about the season so far, as filming is underway right now, Quinn’s positive words can increase excitement in what’s to come and reassure everyone that the wait will be worth it. Bridgerton likely won’t return until 2026, but it seems likely that Quinn will have more updates to share that can tide us over in the meantime.
Source: The Charlotte Observer
Bridgerton
7/10
- Release Date
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December 25, 2020
- Directors
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Tom Verica, Tricia Brock
- Writers
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Julia Quinn, Chris Van Dusen, Jess Brownell, Abby McDonald, Joy C. Mitchell