“Madre de dios, it’ll be nothing but shards and fumes by now.” He glanced up at Pinsley, who was at work lashing the ropes, and then turned to the narrow staircase that led below. How did you come by it?”, He leaned toward her, and she could not seem to look away as his eyes crinkled merrily. Had the men come in from behind her? Choose from JQ's Subscribe Options →, Alas, the story went nowhere. “Lovely, even,” he murmured. “Me secret hideaway, mateys,” she said, winking to herself as she switched direction. Well, Elizabeth, too, but that’s different.”. “One little tilt of the wheel, and you’ll be hanging by your fingertips,” Andrew warned. “Trust me when I tell you that you do not wish for this to happen.”, His gaze did not leave hers. Every man had his indulgences, and his were women in port and French brandy at sea. Before she could count to five, he’d tied her to the long slat of wood. It could be read as a stand-alone but if this is your first Julia Quinn book I am confident that when you are done you will want to read them all. “He’d best be sharing, then.”. “We set sail precisely at four, if you’re interested.”. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. “Not that I couldn’t manage you,” Green explained, popping open the cork. What had she found? She took a deep breath and continued with: …but I assure you that I am well. Her little boots were quite the most practical made for women, but they didn’t compare in durability with the sort that sat in her brothers’ wardrobes. Mary, that is. Page 53 “We really won’t know anything until morning, will we?” she asked. His eyes held hers in an uncomfortably intimate gaze. “Kind and exhausting,” Poppy said, patting Mary’s hand as she opened the tea room door. He glared at her, his eyes somehow hot and cold and so so blue. But no, she is very real—and his duty to the Crown means he's stuck with her. “This?” the other man murmured, his voice silky smooth. No doubt about it, it was definitely a crate. The Other Miss Bridgerton is the third book in the Rokesby series, which in itself is a prequel to the Bridgerton series which has recently been made into a Netflix series. Setting sail on a time-sensitive voyage to Portugal, he’s stunned to find a woman waiting for him in his cabin. Then he sighed, the tired sound his first sign of weakness, and said, “Who are you?”. “Look,” he said, “I do sympathize with your plight.”. Andrew was unquestionably in command, and there wasn’t a man aboard who would dare counter one of his orders, but then again, there wasn’t a man aboard who would want to. Three tsunamis and a fire followed, and by the time the it was all over, 85% of Lisbon's buildings had been destroyed. His jaw clenched, and the seconds ticked by in silence until Green finally reappeared with paper, a quill, and a small pot of ink. It was probably foolish to remain so headstrong, but if he was going to kill her, he was going to kill her, and her display of temper wasn’t going to tip the scales either way. “Somerset,” she said quietly. It was gorgeously warm, too, and she’d left her redingote back at the house. “Good, then we’ll be ready to sail right on schedule.”. But she wasn’t going to turn back now. Because Of Miss Bridgerton - Saraiva Everyone expects Billie Bridgerton to marry one of the Rokesby brothers. “How dare you tie me up and leave me here for hours—”. Poppy swallowed, unsure if his words were compliment or insult. “I’m too old for this.”. And a cloth.”, “Oh, the other stuff,” Brown said. “Where shall I have this delivered?” the captain asked, holding up her letter. “Indeed,” she replied, shooting him a sarcastic glare. Who were these people? “No, sir,” came the answer from Brown himself, standing in the doorway. “I do,” he said gently. “We’ll have to use your handkerchief,” he said to Poppy. She waited for him to go–surely he would take his leave now, but he just stood there looking thoughtful, until he said, “Your name is very unusual. “No ‘We’re delighted to have you’?” Poppy asked. The cave smelled musty, and it felt unused, so whatever this was, it had probably been there for ages. Nothing… nothing…, “The captain’ll kill you if you drop it.”. “There are many things that are worse,” Poppy said, “and you’re quite fortunate if you’ve never experienced them.”, Green looked at her for a long moment. Most filled with water when the tide was in, but after surveying the landscape, Poppy was convinced that there had to exist a few that remained dry, and she was determined to find one. Whatever she’d smacked her hand into, it wasn’t a natural outcropping of the cave. “We can’t take her!” the other man protested. Frankly, I’d think less of you if you didn’t.” Frankly, I’d think less of you if you didn’t.” This time she did roll her eyes. Poppy squeezed between the boulders, idly noting that one of them wasn’t as large as she’d originally supposed, then made her way into the mouth of the cave. In fact, she thought rather viciously, it was going to be physically impossible by the time she got through with him. So that was why she’d had to squeeze in, Poppy realized. Wasn’t he? “Mrs. But of course this would have required that she grit her teeth and attempt to hold her tongue when Aunt Alexandra wanted to know what was wrong with the latest offering (the least likely of all.). That was…”. “Brown’s aboard?” Andrew asked, grasping the handle to his door. As far as I can tell, there were no dissected maps cut like Andrew's--into many pieces, with no regard for geographical or political boundaries. “A present?” he murmured, his lips curving ever so slightly. “Captain Andrew James, at your service. “Kindly fetch Miss Bridgerton some writing materials,” he said, her name sounding like a dread poison on his lips. “You make a rather fine argument for killing you,” he finally said. And he blanched. “What should we do with her?” the other man said. On the high seas, their war of words soon gives way to an intoxicating passion. “I see you’ve heard of my family,” she said sweetly. EN SAVOIR PLUS Résumé. Her chin jerked in a furious approximation of a nod. He hid it well, but she saw the blood drain from his face, and for the first time in the interview, she felt a little rush of triumph. “No one,” Poppy answered, finding a little courage in the fact that he seemed more tired than angry. She had no idea what he was talking about, but she lifted her hand nonetheless. I’ve quite run you ragged, haven’t I?”. “I signed it ‘sister in spirit’ so that she would know I wasn’t coerced. “He died,” Poppy said, looking away. “No.”. “And what the hell happened with my brandy?” Andrew asked, taking the steps two at a time. My mother let him touch her belly while she carrying me, and he said it felt like I was popping about.”, He smiled, and it made him even more impossibly handsome. “No one ties knots like a sailor.”, “In that case, could you untie my ankles?”, “Not until we’re well at sea, Miss Bridgerton.”, “Shall we toss you in the water to test the truth of that statement?” he asked. He rubbed one hand over his brow, hard, as if he was having trouble following her. Green opened his mouth, but whatever it was he wanted to say, he clearly lacked the words to do so. One really had to take one’s challenges where one could, given that she was in Charmouth, Dorset, England, and that seemed a decidedly small corner of the world, indeed. And if so, how had they entered? Fiercely independent and adventurous, Poppy Bridgerton will only wed a suitor whose keen intellect and interests match her own. She’d be ruined. Fiercely independent and adventurous, Poppy Bridgerton will only wed a suitor whose keen intellect and interests match her own. Jane Austen alludes to this in. “That remains to be seen.”. She took great care to watch her steps, lest she turn an ankle. “Bad luck having a woman on a ship, and especially this one.”, Poppy’s lips parted at the insult. “Portugal? “Begging your pardon,” Poppy said, “but if I did that, then my friend would know immediately that there was a problem. “What else do we need?” came the lower of the two voices. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read The Other Miss Bridgerton: A Bridgerton Prequel. Deutsch; Recent updates. Andrew's puzzle would have been extremely expensive, but I think it's exactly the sort of thing he'd choose to spend his hard-earned money on. She’d not come this far before, and in fact had only made it to this point after convincing Elizabeth’s plumpish maid, who’d been drafted as her chaperone/companion, to remain behind in town. “Don’t do this,” Poppy gasped, scrambling as far away from him as she could. It had to be. “Rather like setting a witch afire. This area of the beach did not receive much foot traffic, so if she hurt herself, heaven only knew how long it would take for someone to come after her. Known to society as a rascal and reckless privateer, Captain Andrew James Rokesby actually transports essential goods and documents for the British government. But her delight turns to dismay when two pirates kidnap her and take her aboard a ship, leaving her bound and gagged on the captain's bed…. “What are you going to do with me?” she repeated. “I beg you, sir,” Brown pleaded, “do not remove the gag.”, The captain stopped for a moment and looked from man to man. Bridgerton Collection Volume 1. While visiting a friend on the Dorset coast, Poppy is pleasantly surprised to discover a smugglers' hideaway tucked inside a cave. This is the same duchess who shows up much older (as the dowager duchess) in. She supposed she could cry and hope that her tears might appeal to the softer sides of their natures, but that presumed that they had softer sides. “Green!” he barked. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. “Water,” she gasped, hating that she was begging. “Talk as we walk,” Andrew said, turning his back to him as he strode toward the staircase that led to his cabin. “Just getting some rope.”. Heaven knows you deserve it. “Er, this is what I was trying to tell you about,” Green said, sliding into the room beside the mysterious stranger. And dropped her most unceremoniously into a chair. They were dressed simply, in rough work shirts and trousers, tucked into those tall boots men liked to wear when they knew they’d be getting their feet wet. “I understand perfectly now.”, “That,” he said smoothly, “was a mistake.”, “Oh, and by the by,” he added, almost as an afterthought, “we prefer the term privateer.”. Fiercely independent and adventurous, Poppy Bridgerton will only wed a suitor whose keen intellect and interests match her own. Poppy gagged, gasping against the onslaught of foul fumes. “Below?” Andrew echoed, shaking his head. He wasn’t sure Miss Bridgerton had learned her lesson—probably not, knowing her—but he rather thought he’d said all there was to say on the matter. 2015 To Sir Phillip, With Love. Achetez neuf ou d'occasion But there would be no swimming today. He spoke like an aristocrat, and he moved like one, too. Where the hell was she going to hide? Can two wrongs make the most perfect right? She could have accepted her aunt’s invitation to rusticate in Kent, on the off chance that she might actually like one of the unmarried gentlemen who just happened to be invited for dinner (even less likely). “But the truth is,” he continued, “this ship must depart this afternoon. Hopelessly on the shelf, they say.”, As Mary attempted to assure her that that was most certainly not the case, Poppy added, “I’m only going for an easy little stroll by the shore. “The name’s Brown,” he said, nodding politely at her. “The captain’ll kill us,” Green finally sighed. The Other Miss Bridgerton. “Oh, that one. “Before you go in there…” she heard a familiar voice say. “Shall we give it a go?”, He let out a bark of laughter. “Come now, Miss Bridgerton, you could hardly not look at a half-dressed man. Andrew’s hands had been on her hips. He sat on the edge of the bed, his nearness disconcerting. As if she were unprincipled enough to resort to stealing. A sack,” he added, shaking his head. “Think of it as an additional afternoon off,” Poppy had said with a winning smile. And indeed, you'll find mention of it --and his eventful journey home--within the pages of, In 1755 Lisbon was hit by a devastating earthquake, the magnitude of which is now estimated between 8.5 and 9 on the Richter scale. She cocked her head to the side. Read a sample Read a sample Description; Details; Reviews #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn continues her Bridgerton prequel series with a new novel following the adventures—and love stories—of the Bridgerton and Rokesby families. Pirates’ booty? Had some sort of business-like thing to take care of.”. “And say you’ll be gone a month.”, “I hope to God not,” he muttered, “but this way, when we get you back in a fortnight, it will be cause for celebration.”, Poppy was not quite certain, but she thought he muttered under his breath, “My celebration.”. The Other Miss Bridgerton Other details; ISBN: 9780349410548; Publication date: 30 May 2017; Page count: 384; Imprint: Piatkus. 2020 Romancing Mister Bridgerton. “Should’ve bound her hands in back,” he said. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. “Poppy, eh?” the captain said. Green and Brown said nothing, but they both backed up, almost to the wall. It was dark, and she was quiet, and whoever was here ought not to see her unless–. “Brown!” he yelled. Fiercely independent and adventurous, Poppy Bridgerton will only wed a suitor whose keen intellect and interests match her own. The Other Miss Bridgerton is the third book in Julia Quinn’s The Rokesby Series. “Hurry up and help me find what we need.”, “It’ll be safe until we get back. “You do not want to do that,” Green said ominously. The captain looked at her with an arched brow. Welcome aboard the Infinity.”. “You’re not really in a position to make demands now, are you?”. “I wasn’t going to untie her long enough to redo it,” Green muttered, rubbing his head. “Er, pleased to meet you,” Poppy said, wondering if she ought to extend her hand. Or her tone. It had taken less than five minutes, but already she was certain she’d never hate anyone with quite the same intensity, with the same fervor, with–, “Very well,” he said, shrugging. So much. It could be read as a stand-alone but if this is your first Julia Quinn book I am confident that when you are done you will want to read them all. “Forsaken,” she muttered. Brown was gone. “They was carrying a sack,” Pinsley said. Even her fichu, which she’d worn to protect her skin, was starting to get itchy and hot across her chest. Poppy decided not to argue any further. “I want to know what you plan to do with me before I give up my identity,” Poppy said. “Not just now, but it may,” he said, “when we return.”, Her mouth fell open. “And you,” she growled at Brown. His hair was a rich warm brown, sunstreaked with gold and pulled into a devilish queue at the back of his neck. “And besides, no one’s ever found it before. Pinsley shrugged, or at least Andrew thought he did. The pair had been bickering like old women ever since. “I won’t say a word,” Poppy assured them. A tiny one, to be sure, but a victory nonetheless. All Rights Reserved. “Damn damn damn damn damn.”. If only there were ladies’ shoes that were suitable for climbing across rocks. She’s fiendishly loyal. Bribe her if you must. “Yesterday,” came the reply. Retrouvez The Other Miss Bridgerton et des millions de livres en stock sur Amazon.fr. I’m not even sure she was female.”. “You have to let me write a letter,” she said urgently. She was not unfamiliar with water. “My, my,” the younger man said, quirking a brow. It was Green, who’d obviously come up the other staircase. Her lips parted with surprise, and then she quickly covered her reaction and said, “Maybe.”. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. I didn’t ask. The motion was crisp, and horribly final.