When He Was Wicked

A New York Times Bestseller

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia

Quinn comes the story of Francesca Bridgerton, in the sixth of her beloved

Regency-set novels featuring the charming, powerful Bridgerton family, now a

series created by Shondaland for Netflix.

FRANCESCAS STORY

In every life there is a turning point. A moment so

tremendous, so sharp and breathtaking, that one knows ones life will never be

the same. For Michael Stirling, Londons most infamous rake, that moment came

the first time he laid eyes on Francesca Bridgerton.

After a lifetime of chasing women, of smiling slyly as they

chased him, of allowing himself to be caught but never permitting his heart to

become engaged, he took one look at Francesca Bridgerton and fell so fast and

hard into love it was a wonder he managed to remain standing. Unfortunately for

Michael, however, Francescas surname was to remain Bridgerton for only a mere

thirty-six hours longerthe occasion of their meeting was, lamentably, a supper

celebrating her imminent wedding to his cousin.

But that was then . . . Now Michael is the earl and

Francesca is free, but still she thinks of him as nothing other than her dear

friend and confidant. Michael dares not speak to her of his love . . . until

one dangerous night, when she steps innocently into his arms, and passion

proves stronger than even the most wicked of secrets . . .