Burlington Public Library is offering 100 extra digital loans of the Bridgerton novel that fans have been buzzing over since Netflix released its most recent season of the hit show. The Library will offer the bonus copies of Romancing Mister Bridgerton — the fourth novel in author Julia Quinn’s wildly popular regency romance series — starting June 21. They made the announcement in a cheeky social media video, inspired by Bridgerton’s sleuthing narrator, Lady Whistledown.
Dearest Gentle Readers
The Library’s promotion of the collection reads:
Dearest Gentle Reader,
It appears that the latest installment of the Bridgerton television series has set the ton abuzz with excitement — Burling-TON, that is.
So much so, in fact, that bibliophiles in our fine city are clamouring to read the novel that inspired much of this season’s tempestuous plot between Miss Penelope Featherington and Mr. Colin Bridgerton.
Reliable sources tell this author that more than 50 of you have requested a copy of Romancing Mister Bridgerton since Netflix dispensed its most recent masterpiece. You do love a passionate romance! What scandal.
Fear not, however, dear readers. I, unlike Lady Whistledown, would never reveal the names of those who seek to get their hands on this titillating tale.
While you quiver in anticipation of season four, might I suggest a frolic through the Library’s historical romance collection? You’ve plenty of time for reading whilst Shondaland crafts its next eight episodes.
See you in the stacks.
Yours truly, Lady Paperback
Reignited interest in the Bridgerton books
Burlington Public Library welcomes renewed interest in books sparked by the popularity of their television and movie adaptations. It’s a chance to introduce more people to the love of reading.
“People have strong feelings about books versus movie and TV adaptations, especially if they’ve read the book first,” says Elise Copps, BPL’s Director of Communications and Engagement. “But we see it as a chance to connect with folks who aren’t already avid readers. When a series or film based on a book surges in popularity, it creates a wonderful spin-off of interest in the book.”
The Library has seen this phenomenon with titles and franchises including Bridgerton, of course, The Hunger Games, Where the Crawdads Sing, and many others.
Get fast access to romancing Mister Bridgerton
The extra digital loans of “Romancing Mister Bridgerton” will be available on eBook and eAudiobook for BPL members starting June 21. Library cardholders can access them first come, first served, on the Library’s eBook platform, OverDrive, and on OverDrive’s app, Libby.
Readers can also branch out beyond Bridgerton with a full list of regency romances, curated by Library staff.
