There are a million reasons to love Bridgerton. Between the fashion, the diverse representation, and, of course, the romance, what’s not to obsess over? There’s just one teensy, tiny little problem: If you've already binged through the latest installment, rewatched the first few seasons, and read every one of the Julia Quinn novels that inspired the Shonda Rhimes-helmed series, you have to be patient for season 5. If you've found yourself longing for something to hold you over, like how Penelope once lusted after Colin, you’re not alone. While you could watch another period drama, you could also read a romance novel that's reminiscent of the Netflix hit. Dozens of other Regency-era love stories, literary classics, and contemporary courtships are sure to make your heart go pitter-patter. We scoured bookshelves to find the best books to read after watching Bridgerton. Below, find 17 titles we'd recommend to the ton.
