My dearest gentle readerโฆBRIDGERTON is back. It took two years between seasons, but it was worth the wait if you are a fan and have read all eight books by Julia Qui on which the series is based.ย Gentle readersโฆ can you feel my passion and excitement?ย
BRIDGERTON dropped the first four episodes of its fourth season. The final four will air on February 26th. It has already been renewed for two more seasons, so it will hopefully complete the story of all eight BRIDGERTON children as they seek their true loves. It can only mean oodles of opportunities to watch, lusty, sexy scenes while the infamous eight carve their Individual paths during the 19th century in stunning England.ย
This season is all about Benedict (Luke Thompson), the second male son of an opulent family. Their mansions are lavish, exquisite, and stunning. The costumes are gorgeous. The attention to detail is outrageous. And I cannot say enough about the wigs, especially the Queenโs. I do not understand how she can walk, sit, or bend while wearing such catapulted creations. The masquerade ball was enticing, and all the promenading could easily add up to more than 10,000 steps per day. It was an explosion of visual delights.ย
The casting is sublime, bringing back old favorites, including Dame Julie Andrews as the narrator. Hearing her succinct voice never gets old.ย
My one complaint is that they are veering away from the original books. I felt like I was watching a remake of CINDERELLA for the umpteenth time. I am and always will be a fan of Quinnโs originals. I donโt know why it was necessary to leave so much out. Quinnโs breathy, heart-pounding chapters always made me tingle with anticipation. Yet, โpinnacleโ banter is always welcome.ย
BRIDGERTON delivered. It was not as perfect as season one, but then nothing could ever top your first. Right? Have fun while watching. It is not to be taken too seriously as we watch a society of the insanely wealthy spend their leisure-filled days and nights.
It is streaming on Netflix.ย
