Meeting Gareth: Hyacinth Bridgerton's Charming Diary

A New York Occasions Bestseller

Discover the enchanting tale of Hyacinth Bridgerton in the seventh novel of Julia Quinn, the #1 New York Times bestselling author. Join Hyacinth as she encounters Gareth, a charming member of the powerful Bridgerton family. This Regency-set series has captivated readers, now adapted into a Netflix series by Shondaland.

HYACINTH’S STORY

Meet Our Hero . . .

Gareth St. Clair finds himself in a difficult situation. His father, who harbors a strong dislike for him, is on the verge of ruining the St. Clair estates and squandering his inheritance. Gareth's only possession is a dated household diary that may hold the secrets of his past and the key to his future. The catch? It's all written in Italian, a language he doesn't understand a word of. As Gareth grapples with this predicament, he wonders if this diary holds the answers he seeks for his life ahead.

Meet Our Heroine . . .

All members of the ton unanimously agreed that Hyacinth Bridgerton was truly one of a kind. With her sharp wit and bold honesty, she dazzled everyone, including Gareth, who found her captivating yet slightly overwhelming. There was an inexplicable charm and mystery about her that intrigued him, leaving him wanting more. Discover more about their intriguing encounters in the diary.

Meet Poor Mr. Mozart . . .

Or don’t. However relaxation assured, he’s spinning in his grave when Gareth and Hyacinth cross paths on the annual—and yearly discordant—Smythe-Smith musicale. To Hyacinth, Gareth’s each phrase appears a dare, and she or he affords to translate his diary, though her Italian is barely lower than excellent. However as they delve into the mysterious textual content, they uncover that the solutions they search lie not within the diary, however in one another . . . and that there’s nothing as easy—or as sophisticated—as a single, excellent kiss.

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