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Dearest gentlereader,
Winter has once again given way to spring, and the warming air the esteemed members of our precious Ton have made the journey from the countryside to their Mayfair homes to begin a new season of courtship, where the young ladies of London hope to find an ideal match. This season, every young lady has her eye set on Mayfair’s most eligible bachelor, Benedict Bridgerton, who is sure to make an appearance at the first ball, hosted by Lady Violet Bridgerton herself.
Although Lady Bridgerton’s masquerade is sure to be pulled straight from a fairytale dream, this author has to wonder if this is the year Mr. Bridgerton will settle, fulfilling the hopes and dreams of one lucky girl. Lady Bridgerton has faced remarkable success in the marriage mart, securing perfect matches for four of her children in as many years. Will she be adding one more victory to her repertoire, or will Mr. Bridgerton extend his bachelorhood another year…