A generation before the Bridgertons there were the Rokesbys . . . Everyone expects Billie
Bridgerton to marry one of the Rokesby brothers and she's not opposed: their families have
been neighbours for centuries. There is only one Rokesby Billie absolutely cannot tolerate:
George. He may be the eldest and heir to the earldom but he's arrogant annoying and she's
certain he detests her. Which is perfectly convenient as she can't stand the sight of him
either. But when Billie and George are quite literally thrown together a whole new sort of
sparks begin to fly. And when these lifelong adversaries finally kiss they just might discover
that the one person they can't abide is the one person they can't live without . . . Return to
the world of the Bridgertons with this first book in a dazzlingly witty prequel series from
Sunday Times bestselling author Julia Quinn featuring the ancestors of the Bridgertons you
know and love. 'All of the classic tropes we love . . . with a thoroughly modern twist. I can't
focus on anything else.' Stylist 'A smart funny touch' Time Magazine
