“Contemporary” Historical Romance Fiction First published in January 2005, The Duke and I by Julia Quinn enjoyed some commercial success. It wasn’t until the Netflix adaptation, Bridgerton, crashed onto the scene that Quinn became a household name and sales of the eight-book series SOARED! Sexy, smart, and controversial, the series has taken on a life of its own! Here’s a list of regency historical romance picks that are great choices for a similar-feel-but-completely-different-book-please kind of reader. Our Dear Miss H. Is on the Case by Violet Marsh After taking public credit (by necessity because….society) for an incredible archaeological discover that was actually made by his cousin Georgina, Percy Harrington disappears. Georgina just knows that he is in trouble, but the only person who believes her is Percy’s handsome best friend. She finds him infuriating, but he is definitely up for the adventure. Alexander Lovett would prefer to keep his distance from Georgina. She’s made his parents’ short list of Suitable Ladies, which has to mean that she is insufferable, just like they are. But Georgina’s boldness and desire for independence captivate him. When Percy’s kidnapping threatens the monarchy itself, Alexander and Georgina may have to let go of their developing