• When He Was Wicked

  • By: Julia Quinn
  • Narrated by: Rosalyn Landor
  • Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,597 ratings)

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When He Was Wicked

By: Julia Quinn
Narrated by: Rosalyn Landor
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In every life there is a turning point....

A moment so tremendous, so sharp and breathtaking, that one knows one's life will never be the same. For Michael Stirling, London's most infamous rake, that moment came the first time he laid eyes on Francesca Bridgerton.

After a lifetime of chasing women, of smiling slyly as they chased him, of allowing himself to be caught but never permitting his heart to become engaged, he took one look at Francesca Bridgerton and fell so fast and hard into love it was a wonder he managed to remain standing. Unfortunately for Michael, however, Francesca's surname was to remain Bridgerton for only a mere 36 hours longer - the occasion of their meeting was, lamentably, a supper celebrating her imminent wedding to his cousin.

But that was then.... Now Michael is the earl and Francesca is free, but still she thinks of him as nothing other than her dear friend and confidant. Michael dares not speak to her of his love...until one dangerous night, when she steps innocently into his arms and passion proves stronger than even the most wicked of secrets....

©2017 Julia Quinn (P)2020 Recorded Books

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My favourite one yet

I enjoy this narrator and the epilogues
Great listen ..I’m glad I didn’t wait for the Netflix shows

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By far my absolute favorite of the series. Just couldn't stop listening! This is my second go around with this book and I know I will most likely have a 3rd.

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complications!!

This was a complicated situation. To be in love with someone you shouldn't be in love with. It was frustrating, heartbreaking and so familiar. A tearjeaking story. Keep the tissues close by.

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This is my second time reading this book it's good

Loved it, I would have to, to listen twice. ROSALYN LANDOR is a treasure. Wonderful.

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Its Franny's turn; Always the quiet ones.

Enjoyed it even better the second time. What will Shondaland do with this hot one?

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Love this story

This was such a sweet story with hot hot hot parts as well. I love the added ending.

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love ❤❤❤

You can't go wrong with any of the Bridgerton books! I love every character and every story!

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Awesome!

This is probably my favorite book in the series. I love Michael and Francesca. A lot of people will disagree, but I lik

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the best yet

I love this story SO MUCH! MY favorite so far. This was a great love story!

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Get ready to blush

The story was really good. I loved Francesca and Micheal! They did great at telling her story! Didn’t love how much of an arse Micheal was in a part, but finally he redeemed himself.

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