Queen Charlotte: Before the Bridgertons came the love story that changed the ton...

Written by Julia Quinn and Shonda Rhimes

Narrated by Natalie Simpson

Go beyond the original Shondaland series on Netflix, Queen Charlotte, with this lushly romantic Bridgerton prequel novel written by New York Times bestselling authors Julia Quinn and Shonda Rhimes as the marriage of Queen Charlotte and King George of England leads to an unexpected love story and a union that transforms society.

In 1761, on a sunny day in September, a King and Queen met for the very first time. They were married within hours.

Born a German Princess, Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz was beautiful, headstrong, and fiercely intelligent… not precisely the attributes the British Court had been seeking in a spouse for the young King George III. But her fire and independence were exactly what she, and her King, needed.

Because George has secrets… secrets with the potential to shake the very foundations of the monarchy.

Thrust into her new role, Charlotte must navigate the intricate politics of the court—with the newly-titled Lady Danbury at her side—all the while guarding her heart, because she is falling in love with the King…even as he pushes her away. Now, Charlotte must learn to rule, and to understand that she has been given the power to remake society, fulfilling her destiny as Queen. But she also has to fight for the love growing between her and George as people first, royals second. As she says to him: “Fight with me! Fight for me!”

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Release date: May 9, 2023
• ISBN: 9780063307162

Julia Quinn

Julia Quinn started writing her first book one month after finishing university and has been tapping away at her keyboard ever since. The No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of more than two dozen novels, she is a graduate of Harvard and Radcliffe Colleges and is one of only sixteen authors ever to be inducted in the Romance Writers of America Hall of Fame. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her family. Please visit Julia Quinn online: www.juliaquinn.com www.facebook.com/AuthorJuliaQuinn @JuliaQuinnAuthor

Reviews for Queen Charlotte

[cinda brea · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great narration and a good story dealing with a very deep subject.

[Anna · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Having read all the Bridgestone series, this story of George and Charlotte's incredible loyalty and love was astoundingly beautiful. In the end I cried.

[Melanie Ramirez · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Such a sweet beautiful story, loved the narrator! Just getting into audiobooks and completely fell in love.

[Leidy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Absolutely brilliant, absolutely beautiful. The last chapter on this book is incomparable.

[Kathleen Smeltzer · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I’ve read all of the Bridgerton books and this was BY FAR the best. The characters were truly compelling and multifaceted. I found this to be the most empowering to read as well! The female characters were so strong and inspiring. The book does an amazing job depicting how different marriages looked and how complex different kinds of love can be.

This is the first Bridgerton book that didn’t leave me cringing for the female characters when they throw all personal convictions to the wind as soon as they meet a penis. These women had morals and values and complex love stories that deal with race and mental illness and arranged marriages.

I absolutely recommend reading!!!

[Marcilla Elliott · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Listened to it on audio book after watching the netflex series, I enjoyed the retelling of King George and Queen Charlotte's love story. I have read most of the Julia Quinn's book. I love the familiarity, the connections of the members of the ton in her books. I enjoyed the way she incorporated the Hastings and the Smythe-Smiths in this story. I very much enjoyed this prequel to the Bridgeton Series.

[Lorna Ester · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I have listened to all the Bridgeton books to include the father’s sister’s book this is the best for me showing off that genuine love, friendship and the view on “special needs” in that era I thoroughly enjoyed. I will now watch the movie again.

[Quia Morrow · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Loved every moment of this book. I watched the series and was so excited to get a book version. This did not disappoint!

[AMF Hilferink · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I really loved this book: real people in historic context

[Lynn Anne · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Brimsley. Just George. Charlotte. All these characters. Sigh! Such a good, sad and moving story. I'm glad she did not go over the wall either.

[yscsms8fmm · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Everything was beautiful, I didn’t want this one to end.

[Ashlee La · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

All I want in my life from now on is my own Farmer George *ugly cries* This book is absolutely beautiful.

[Laura · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Fantastic audiobook to continue my Bridgerton obsession while waiting for a new season ?

[nalylillian · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was rather wonderful, i enjoyed every bit of it. Thank you gentle reader.?

[Fuzzy · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved every minute of this book! Another 5 star from Kennedy Ryan

[hayley roberts · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Word for word from the show! In love with this❤️

[Donna McGee · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This was a excellent audible. I saw the Netflix version first and to my surprise the movie and the audiobook were pretty much the same. I think I enjoyed the audiobook the best because it didn't flash back and forth between the past and the future. Still an awesome historical romance that I highly recommend!

[Becky Graybeal · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I loved all of this story! So much better than the Netflix series in my opinion.

[smashbasile · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Gah, the last line is just as heart-wrenching in text as in the show....

[ecataldi-1 · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I haven't seen the show yet but now I am chomping at the bit to watch it! This audiobook was so good! The narrator was top notch (loved the accent!) and she really helped bring this regency romance to life! Queen Charlotte wasn't a steamy slow burn - there was romance, but it unfolded in a caring and tender manner. King George hid his mental breaks from everyone but his closest advisors and when he is forced to marry a queen, the color of her skin doesn't matter but he is determined to hide his "mental decline" from her and it strains their marriage. When she finally discovers his ailments she is more than supportive. This story also focuses on the two main servants and their relationship as well as Lady Danbury. Wonderful addition to the Bridgerton universe!

[electrascaife · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

A prequel to the Bridgerton books, this one tells the story of how Charlotte became queen and the struggles she faced, especially early on in the marriage.

My least favorite of the series, but that’s mostly because I don’t really like the character of the queen, especially in the show.