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While not much is known about what’s to come inBridgertonseason 3, Netflix has revealed who will take over the role of one of the Bridgerton siblings.
“Francesca Bridgerton is a bit of a mystery within her chatty, extroverted family,” Netflix said in a statement. “Despite her reserved nature, she goes along to get along when it comes to society affairs, fortified with a dry wit and pragmatism that confound the fickle ton yet seem to draw attention when she least desires it.”
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The Duke and I,the first book in Quinn’s series, found its way into season 1 of the series, chronicling the tempestuous romance between eldest Bridgerton daughter Daphne (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings (Regé-Jean Page, who did not appear in season 2).
Season 2, based on Quinn’sThe Viscount Who Loved Me, followed the complicated and charged romance between the oldest Bridgerton, Anthony (Jonathan Bailey), and his now-wife Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley).
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Francesca’s story will play out in a future season based on Quinn’sWhen He Was Wicked. The sixth book in theBridgertonseries tells the story of her taboo affair with Michael Stirling (whose casting in Netflix’s adaptation is yet to be cast). If the series continues to follow the book’s arc, fans can expect a steamy love story to unfold between the pair.
Michael is in love with his best friend and cousin John’s wife, Francesca and, after John’s untimely death, he finds himself in charge of his estate. His proximity to Francesca makes it impossible for him to deny his feelings, and as hers grow as well, the pair are forced to confront them head-on. Even as the pair deny their emotions, they’re unable to escape their physical chemistry.
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Seasons 1 and 2 ofBridgertonare currently streaming on Netflix.
source: people.com
