Free Audio Book : When He Was Wicked (Bridgerton Family 6), By Julia Quinn

The sixth book in Julia Quinn’s universally adored and best-selling Bridgerton Family series, set in the Regency era and now a Netflix series produced by Shondaland, introduces us to Francesca’s journey.

In every existence, there is a pivotal moment. An instant so immense, so sharp and breathtaking, that one realizes one’s life will never be the same. For Michael Stirling, London’s most notorious rake, that moment arrived the first time he set eyes on Francesca Bridgerton.

After a lifetime of pursuing women, of grinning slyly as they pursued him, of allowing himself to be caught but never letting his heart become involved, he glanced once at Francesca Bridgerton and fell into love so quickly and deeply it was a miracle he managed to stay upright. Regrettably for Michael, however, Francesca’s surname was to remain Bridgerton for only a scant 36 hours longer - the occasion of their encounter was, sadly, a dinner celebrating her impending wedding to his cousin.

But that was the past… Now Michael is the earl and Francesca is unattached, but she still regards him as nothing more than her dear friend and confidant. Michael dares not speak to her of his love…until one perilous night, when she steps innocently into his arms, and passion proves stronger than even the darkest of secrets…