Anyone else feel this way? This is because to the majority of the first episode is spent to get the emotional investment in the characters and their stories so rooting or jeering happens appropriately. By melsrothman February 8, 2021 February 8, 2021. TV often requires a different approach than in a book and I don't think because a different choice is made in the tv adaption influences, say, the Canon of the books any. More please [–]jaydee4219forced proximity 43 points44 points45 points 3 months ago (12 children), Welp I've been saying viscount wrong in my head. I can't wait to see more of him! About to watch this with a friend. , Join us with a pot full of tea and some scones to gush, drool, comment, and critique about our first look at the show! And Antony is such an ass, to daphne and to violet. [–]kirby83 3 points4 points5 points 3 months ago (2 children), And eventually marries one of Penelope's sisters, [–]SphereMyVerseWulfric Bedwyn’s quizzing glass 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (1 child). I WANT A KATE FOR ANTHONY NOW. [+]Eddspan comment score below threshold-47 points-46 points-45 points 3 months ago (14 children). I do hope that future episodes redeem him. Yeah, the corset tightening was rather ignorant. Book Club Discussion: Love Lettering by Kate Clayborn. Maybe in the colonies, but in London it would be very exotic and extraordinary having black servants having the option of a ton of local candidates for servants. Can you believe it's finally here? I can’t wait. Uuugghh I told my friend I’d wait for her and now I’m so impatient!! YES this lol! I doubt anyone would need to read the series first - but not sure. Simon just smoldered. Lady Bridgerton Drunk (Season 1 Episode 4) BRIDGERTON (L to R) CLAUDIA JESSIE as ELOISE BRIDGERTON, RUTH GEMMELL as LADY VIOLET BRIDGERTON and FLORENCE HUNT as HYACINTH BRIDGERTON in episode 106 of BRIDGERTON Cr. The argument between the two of them was really off, compared to my imagining of it. This is more like an American fantasy of regency England but it doesn’t seem too cringeworthy. Trying to space it out day-by-day so that I have something to look forward to. Like the Marvel fans who complain about the movies. Don't think I've ever seen the fake relationship trope play out on screen, this is exciting! [–]tolulopekay 11 points12 points13 points 3 months ago (1 child), [–]static_klingonche'ron 'oH parmaq 'e' 4 points5 points6 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]TrillianWasTaken 11 points12 points13 points 3 months ago (0 children). Hi! The fact that he becomes overprotective brother the rest of the first book is not making me hopeful for me liking his character in this series. Well, I suppose it's fun enough. [–]rotipomslow burn, side of ice 9 points10 points11 points 3 months ago* (2 children). As usual SPOILERS ahead. Agree as to all except I’m there for Colin’s hairstyle Eloise and Penelope are by far the best characters. Historical romance novels with female pickpockets? ", [–]HadrianAntinous 3 points4 points5 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]Mysterious-Winter616 11 points12 points13 points 3 months ago (0 children), Oh wow, the Duke. And the SMOULDERING with Simon!!!! There were in fact slave and servants of POC that were substantial numbers since at least 1750s. The 8-episode series is based on Julia Quinn’s novels of the same name.Â. 3 points4 points5 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]hellli 22 points23 points24 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]hellli 74 points75 points76 points 3 months ago (8 children). 5 Comments on Bridgerton Episode 1 Recap and Review The latest endeavor produced by Shondaland Media, Bridgerton , explores the ups and downs of the social season in London. Also, give me some more Benedict. Literally there is a whole section in the Wikipedia article you linked about the possibility of her having African ancestors. Wealth, lust, and betrayal set against the backdrop of Regency-era England, seen through the eyes of the powerful Bridgerton family. By making Nigel a villain, instead of a sap, they set poor Phillipa (or is it Prudence?) I loved the music, I thought that the string interpretations of contemporary music was great. [–]demonically-inspiredCreate your own by editing this one 7 points8 points9 points 3 months ago (1 child). I’m loving the diversity of cast on the show! Feeling good about that decision. Why have well worked mansions and wardrobes and then choose the characters in a complete out of reality way. Hence the young look. [–]WriterByTheSea 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (0 children). Bridgerton is an adaptation of Julia Quinn’s extremely popular series of romance novels. I'm gonna be really frank here. [–]AceLogic27 25 points26 points27 points 3 months ago (4 children), I think that can't possibly be true, there were no POC in England until 60 years ago? My favorite Featherington has got to be Penelope, she is the nice one out of the family and seems to hate them and the social season as much as the rest of us. I'm ok with them making him obnoxious, but I don't really want him to be a romantic figure/redeemed in season 2 because he's such a misogynistic jerk. No spoilers, but we do find out who Lady Whistledown is eventually, right? I think this is the season 1 episode 1 page and now I already see they have a honeymoon scene coming up? Post was not sent - check your email addresses! I've read the 1st and 6th books but after watching the first episode I'm concerned that I should read more of them before continuing as I see there's already some character/plot development taking place with the other Bridgerton siblings. and join one of thousands of communities. A very big thank you to u/wannabecryptid for all the help she gave us to make these posts! 4. It’s obviously not from ignorance since the creators of the show can google ‘regency underwear’ as easily as anyone but it’s evidently a sacrifice made in favour of sexiness. Does anyone wish he was a little taller? Plus they were Vitamin String Quartet versions of the songs, so it’s not like they were like “hey Kris Bowers, drop us a sick violin beat.”, [–]jaicajen 11 points12 points13 points 3 months ago (1 child). [–]Emotional_Yard279 -1 points0 points1 point 2 months ago (3 children). Bridgerton Season 1 Episode 1 Recap. I'm so sad they changed the scene where Daphne punches him. So excited! She is Queen V! Just kidding but damn they really lean into his rake-ishness. a Featherington relation and not a Bridgerton relation, because on her book Eloise and Sir Phillip start writing to each other because she writes him a condolence note when she hears Marina dies, a distant Bridgerton cousin who drowns herself. Best scenes were Antony's dressing down by his mum and the heated dance at the end. Bridgerton Trailer. I re-read all the books within the last year and I should not have done that...now I’m just disappointed when they’ve made different decisions from the books! I really, really, truly do want to like Anthony, though he makes it difficult to do so. (Anthony and Benedict's hairstyle poufs are in different places and not quite as bad for some reason.) The fact that there were no real villians, or bad guys, besides just gossip & expectations, made the books so fun for me to read. The scene with Violet talking to Anthony also is much different from the relationship in the books, where Violet is a lot more secure in her voice and power. Leave a Comment on Bridgerton Season 1 Episode 3 Recap and Review. What she says goes. I feel like Anthony lacks presence for the rakish eldest brother even though he is good looking enough... [–]lurker1992_nyc 6 points7 points8 points 3 months ago (2 children), So, I honestly imagined all of the Bridgerton men to be 6’5 and very muscular lol. Later we see high English ladies that are women of colour. ), I have a feeling I will be too. Anthony is SUCH a jerk. I can't get over Simon not wearing a cravat!! I also respect the fact that an entirely new creative team is working on the TV adaption and their inspiration and integrity as artists of their craft will sometimes inspire them to make different choices along the way. Like the rest of you, Eloise is my fav so far. DOWNLOAD BRIDGERTON SEASON 1 (2020) Hindi post by :- MOVIESMANIAC.IN.. For instance, Moviesmaniac.in is one of the most fascinating movies provider . It isn’t an issue as an adult. But I think to be fair, a big part of it is charisma and power, which Simon (and James McAvoy if we're talking about charismatic, slight actors) has, but Anthony, at least in the 1st episode doesn't. [–]greenappletwBeautiful but doesn't know it 4 points5 points6 points 3 months ago (1 child). . Thank you and u/Brontesrule. Colin Firth-ish. That's one of the things I loved about the Bridgerton series and it's totally missing so far. We are then introduced to Lady Danbury (Adjoa Andoh) and Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page), who is the man who will catch Daphne’s eye at the opening ball at the Danbury house. So yeah, they're queerbaiting us with that trailer. Welcome to our Bridgerton Episode One Official Discussion! Lol :(, [–]Horror-Dingo 0 points1 point2 points 1 month ago (0 children), I'm so sorry!! Simon and Eloise are the star actor/character combos. You are so incorrect- lets leave aside this is a fantasy. Seems like a Sir Phillip thing to do tbh, and it makes sense given what happens to Sir Phillip’s first wife in Eloise’s book, [–]CeeGeeWhyUse the fucking search bar 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (6 children). And I must say that Simon and Daphne have a lot of chemistry!! [–]glitterhairdye 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (3 children). - We need a Kate ASAP. S1, Ep2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlotte_of_Mecklenburg-Strelitz, [–]ForsakenGrapefruit 13 points14 points15 points 3 months ago (0 children). [–]omona_mandoo 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (0 children), He’s such a villain in the show! - Pacing is fast. Nailed the casting of Lady Danbury, Colin, and Penelope. [–]wyanmaiBluestocking 5 points6 points7 points 3 months ago (1 child), I guess they wanted to show how desperate she was, but it just felt like lazy storytelling to me. I love how the actress is interpreting the character. [–]earthlings_all 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (0 children). I read the series but years and years ago. Wow so I finally watched it and I'm very impressed!! We are in 1813, so being "presented to the Queen" would not be like it was when Queen Victoria was a Queen or now with Queen Elizabeth. Daphne looks too young, around 15, silly casting. The definition of a romance novel is a love story that ends in a happily ever after (HEA) or happy for now (HFN). This is my problem right now. I noticed the difference in how they portrayed Anthony and his Mom. [–]reader1327 10 points11 points12 points 3 months ago (0 children), First of all I only read the first book so I can't really talk about the adaptation side in depth. I lose all respect for a historical film when they do that. Please edit your comment to use spoiler tags around the a distant Bridgerton cousin who drowns herself part, as book spoiler tags are required here. Can any book fans confirm, does Nigel come off that creepy in-book? WTAF. ... Daphne Bridgerton debuts on London's marriage market as a new gossip sheet sets high society abuzz. Yes!!! The Game of Nerds Movie Club: Wicker Park, Bridgerton Episode 2 Recap and Review ~ The Game of Nerds, Bridgerton Season 1 Episode 3 Recap and Review ~ The Game of Nerds, Bridgerton Episode 4 Recap and Review ~ The Game of Nerds, Bridgerton Episode 5 Recap and Review ~ The Game of Nerds, Bridgerton Episode 6 and 7 Recap and Review ~ The Game of Nerds. Yes to the music. I totally agree, I’ve only read the first half of first book, but the affectionate relationships between the family are so important to the books, and it just isn’t there in the series. I knew this just from general knowledge I've gained over the years and then found a ton of back up when I googled the very simple phrase "Queen Charlotte black?" Really disappointing. I was so confused when the morning after the ball, Nigel was the only one to call on Daphne. To be fair, I wouldn’t have noted the music immediately if it weren’t for subtitles. I read the books a few years ago and I had the same thoughts about Anthony. Woah, booty in the first 5 mins, they are for sure not making this any kind of up tight historical. [–]kanyewesternfrontDesire invaded like a horde of Mongols 35 points36 points37 points 3 months ago (5 children). I also love Lady Danbury and the Queen. I automatically love these two characters, especially Lady Danbury. [–]okay___ 11 points12 points13 points 3 months ago (1 child), Yeah the bloody scratches are what happens when you wear a corset without a chemise. Smart of you to do so! It very well could be one of those liberties when they convert a book to a show. Welcome to r/RomanceBooks! 25 points26 points27 points 3 months ago (0 children). I was never a fan of the actual series because of the cheese factor, but on screen it all translates perfectly! Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. Ending Explained, Netflix, TV Recaps. - Excited for more chemistry. The dialogue was rather stilted at first, but it got better. They literally don't move with any grace. Ditto and I love all the updates they made! Sign Up: Stay on top of the latest breaking film and TV news! Which is a shame because I love the FMC in the second book! Violet is so clearly the matriarch in the books, and seeing him belittle her like that really sat wrong with me. I got tingly, I'm not ashamed to say, I saw that scene a couple of times... [–]Literatureinahurry 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (0 children). The world building is so good and I love that they're already introducing the stories from the other books (Anthony's opera singer is so pretty!). © 2021 reddit inc. All rights reserved. Although, predictable and cliche, the series leaves me fully invested. The acting is really great too. I agree!! https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/secret/famous/royalfamily.html, [–]scarybottom 20 points21 points22 points 3 months ago (0 children). I basically give a play by play of the episode before giving my thoughts on it. That is my complaint. Memes and tik toks are ONLY allowed in the Meme Monday Threads which are posted every Monday at 10:00 AM UTC, or in the comments section of a post. Loved it. The first episode of the series is titled ‘Diamond of the First Water’, which is a title bestowed on Daphne Bridgerton when she makes her debut into London’s fashionable society and the marriage mart. I love the feel of the show, the colors, the story pace. Also as one mentioned above, the pulling of the stays wasn't necessary. You were right, the adaptation was wrong. (Has it always been Eh-lo-wis and not Eh-loys?) Ok So I'm currently watching episode one, and might I say the bees in the beginning were sooo sublty perfect? The episode serves to reveal more about Simon's childhood, which helps to make sense of his actions later on. He gives good smolder. Absolutely! [–]wyanmaiBluestocking 5 points6 points7 points 3 months ago (7 children), So, I’m assuming this George fellow either leaves her or dies, and then his brother will end up marrying her? idk why but I really can't stand it when in historical shows they just play random songs on the violin. 1 was just okay. People come to this sub expecting that all books or series mentioned here end in HEA, unless informed otherwise. While some of the characters are not how I imagined in my head while reading the books, they are certainly growing on me. And did anyone else notice the bloody scratches on Daphne's back when the maid was adjusting her dress? I also wonder why the inclusion of POC should be the main thing you site when complaining about historical accuracy in this series. Thanks! Onwards and upwards to episode 2! Damn, I literally just re-read the books a couple weeks ago and didn't pick this up, nice one! The following recap, by the very definition of the word "recap," contains spoilers for all of Bridgerton Season 1. This time, however, Anthony is the Bridgerton who delivers the punch. Yes, I agree. It is 1813 in London. [–]SphereMyVerseWulfric Bedwyn’s quizzing glass 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (1 child). [–]demonically-inspiredCreate your own by editing this one 6 points7 points8 points 3 months ago (1 child). And no one talks to Violet like that! I want the next to be slower so we get to enjoy more intimate family interactions! Not sure if this counts as a spoiler for the book, but anyone who has read the book I can’t image would enjoy Daphnes character in the show! Historical accuracy of hair and makeup goes the same way! [–]demonically-inspiredCreate your own by editing this one 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (1 child). I had a good howl at this. All eyes turn to to Daphne as she walks in (Yikes! Mark your spoilers like this: >!text goes here!< will look like text goes here. [–]Literatureinahurry 7 points8 points9 points 3 months ago (2 children), It's been awhile since I read the books, but I remember liking Anthony and I did not find much redeeming about him in episode 1. I’m loving it too! This is the Masterpost of Rules, Norms, Help, and Links! The series is perfect for anyone who loves this genre. [–]esskicucumbery cocks and lust-crazed barnacles 11 points12 points13 points 3 months ago (3 children). That's a great catch, but I wonder if they're just borrowing her name and not her character? Welcome to our Bridgerton Episode One Official Discussion! - Eloise so far is my favorite. Lol if you want to hide a spoiler, don't put the tag on the word 'spoiler', put the tag on the actual spoiler. I really liked the storytelling and pacing of this episode. Penelope is so cute! I feel she may turn out to be a friend rather than a foe in the end. It completely pulls me out of the show. Anthony has a tendency to do that a lot, and it bothers me. I recall his Mom being strong and capable and running the family. [–]BrontesruleHaunted by the of St. Giles 7 points8 points9 points 3 months ago (3 children). [–]presentress 4 points5 points6 points 3 months ago (0 children). Where there is no shame in having an unhealthy obsession with a fandom,  The latest endeavor produced by Shondaland Media, Bridgerton, explores the ups and downs of the social season in London. Obviously I'm completely into this. I love the colours of the show, it's bright but not flashy, everyone is very elegant, particularly Lady Danbury, who I think is so beautiful ! I know someone with the name pronounce as Eh-loys I have always thought that was the same for the book. Though the traditional tight lacing of the corset scene struck me as completely absurd considering empire line dresses totally bypass the waist so regency stays were not tight at all. Yes, absolutely. Douche move. Diamond of the First Water 58m. That scene was an unnecessary addition. And I love this interpretation of Anthony who is my favourite Bridgerton. [–]Eddspan -5 points-4 points-3 points 3 months ago (1 child), You mean this Charlotte? ), [–]JTMissileTits 5 points6 points7 points 3 months ago (0 children). [–]hellli 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (0 children), Omg YES GIMME THE FUCKBOI ENERGY!!!! According to Bernadette Banner, waist sizes haven’t actually changed all that much over the years. Oh well...I guess my standards will adjust, there's always that shock in the initial book to screen translation... [–]lurker1992_nyc 0 points1 point2 points 3 months ago (0 children). And it is the Regency period, who is about at the same time as the Napoleonic wars. The dance at the end was so well done and although Simon's acting is amazing, I hope the chemistry between him and Daphne grows. Don't like romances with sexual content? The 8-episode series is based on Julia Quinn’s novels of the same name. George fellow either leaves her or dies, and then his brother will end up marrying her? I was getting very confused! [–]ninaa1 37 points38 points39 points 3 months ago (11 children). I'd vote for watching first. The books are great but why would you ever want to watch exactly what you have read once before? In the books, thar side of him happens more or less off screen and in the past so I never really saw it but it's much more in your face in the show. use the following search parameters to narrow your results: Romance Books is a place that we can come together to discuss our love of the romance genre. To be honest, if Regency romance and all its choices aren’t for you, that’s fine — nobody is taking away the very white and accurate-to-Austen 1995 Pride and Prejudice, for example. My main thought so far: the intro looks like it was made in 1995. Non HEA and non HFN romances are still welcome to be discussed here but you MUST warn users when doing so, unless the OP specifically mentioned that they are ok with non-HEA romance. December 25, 2020. Whoof, Benedict's book was my least favorite, but boy oh boy, he might be the reason I end up loving this series. I'm not trying to be rude or overly "woke", it is just bugging me... [+]Eddspan comment score below threshold-8 points-7 points-6 points 3 months ago (3 children). (if that 1200 woman that mated the Portuguese King was 100% black.). Only because I did the same with Game of Thrones and that didn’t turn out well. It's over the top in the best way but with some subtlety, particularly around women's issues. Sanditon broke my heart and it cannot be fixed until a second season is made! [–]wyanmaiBluestocking 9 points10 points11 points 3 months ago* (15 children). [–]lilheadachebaby 8 points9 points10 points 3 months ago (0 children), [–]hem_27 6 points7 points8 points 3 months ago (0 children), Also what threw me is the mixture of classical music pieces throughout in random scenes where using the composer would have served much better. , [–]foroncecanyounot__Team Sequel Bait 40 points41 points42 points 3 months ago (1 child). [–]rorabora73 14 points15 points16 points 3 months ago (0 children). I think even 6' would have been good enough for me ( I'm 5'4 ) but I agree he looked short and slight. And holy hotness Batman, can someone look at me the way Hastings looks at Daphne in the dance after their "arrangement"!!! Not the least intention of authenticity. [–]PenelopeSummerDBF - Death By Finish 2 points3 points4 points 3 months ago (0 children), Hahaha haven’t watched them either yet! Also, Eloise is the MVP based on this episode. I had this thought, too. Eagle-eyed fans have spotted a modern-day blunder in the opening moments of the runaway hit Netflix period drama "Bridgerton." she mentioned she was in love with a guy whose surname was “Crane,”. In essence, Rakes are usually slight d-bags so I am very happy that they were not painted as the cool and suave angels they might be portrayed as. RELATED STORIES. I was speculating that maybe she had been abused by someone? And, oh my goodness, Simon Basset may have unseated Sidney Parker (..who unseated Ross Poldark..who unseated John Thornton) as most smoldering male lead. I kind of expected the ramped up drama given its a ShondaLand production. [–]HughJassie 4 points5 points6 points 3 months ago (0 children). This is really annoying me because at the end of the day, Anthony wanted for his family what his parents had. [–]scamall15 damsel in perpetual distress 38 points39 points40 points 3 months ago (2 children), Usually, the rakishness of the former rakes ( not only in Bridgertons, but the whole ''rake marries a maiden'' trope) is just sligtly outlined. Sign up for our Email Newsletters here. Its not like there are hundreds of Dukes and earls and viscounts wandering about England. There’s room for this interpretation too, and objecting to it on the grounds that it’s not “historically accurate” is a very murky argument to make. I did not expect Anthony to be the broody hunk. Be sure to use spoiler tags for spoilers beyond Episode One, and for book spoilers, or Lady Whistledown's wagging tongue will most certainly find you... (here's how). I think this series does a great job with keeping up the vibe. I like Eloise much more in the series than I did in the books ;), [–]Vespineda 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (1 child), I started watching this last night and I love it, I'd like to read the books, can someone tell me the author and the name of the book series, [–]CavalierFishmonger 1 point2 points3 points 3 months ago (0 children). This is the part I was explaining to a friend when I heard the name Nigel, then he continued to be awful and I was trying to explain I was sure he wasn’t that bad in the books. It’s Regency romance — if you’re going to buy that Simon is a hot single duke with daddy issues, you can buy that he might also be black. [–]seantheaussieThe huge playful dog of the mods… half wolf. I love that they’ve taken the premise and gone with it. I just had to check out the series that seemed to capture so much of the drama and intrigue that many of the stories of this era and genre contain.