My book review of It's In His Kiss by Julia Quinn. A captivating romance that brings humor, wit, and a dash of intrigue to the beloved Bridgerton series.
Title: It's In His Kiss
By: Julia Quinn
Genre: Historical Romance
Pages: 384
Release Date: June 28th, 2005
Publisher: Piatkus
Rating: ★★★★☆
Summary from Goodreads:
The seventh novel in Julia Quinn’s globally beloved and bestselling Bridgerton Family series, set in Regency times and now a series created by Shonda Rhimes for Netflix. This is Hyacinth’s story: she’s all grown up and ready to cause havoc . . .
All the ton agree: there is no one quite like Hyacinth Bridgerton..
Fiendishly smart, devilishly outspoken and – according to some, particularly Gareth St. Clair – probably best in small doses. But there’s something about her – something charming and vexing – that grabs one and won’t quite let go.
Gareth and Hyacinth cross paths at the annual – and annually discordant – Smythe-Smith musicale. To Hyacinth, Gareth’s every word seems a dare, and she offers to help him out with a knotty inheritance problem he’s facing. However, as they delve into the mysterious St Clair history, they discover that the answers they seek lie not in the past – but in each other; and that there is nothing as simple – or as complicated – as a single, perfect kiss.
Find out why readers love Julia Quinn . . .
Review:
This time, the story follows Hyacinth Bridgerton, the spirited and razor-sharp youngest sibling, whose intelligence and biting humor make her one of the series’ most memorable characters. Enter Gareth St. Clair, a handsome, roguish bachelor with a mysterious family history and an estranged relationship with his father. When Gareth inherits an old family diary written in Italian, he seeks Hyacinth’s help to translate it, and the two quickly find themselves entangled not only in an unexpected treasure hunt but in a relationship that surprises them both.
Their journey is packed with witty banter, palpable chemistry, and the thrill of solving a hidden family mystery together. Hyacinth’s strong personality is balanced by Gareth’s charm and emotional depth, making for a romance that feels as real as it is entertaining. While the story may follow a classic romance trajectory, the characters’ unique dynamics, Quinn’s trademark humor, and the underlying mystery keep the narrative fresh and engaging. Fans of the Bridgertons will love seeing how Hyacinth’s story unfolds, and newcomers will quickly fall for Quinn’s blend of romance and wit. A thoroughly enjoyable 4-star read with a heroine who shines, a hero worth rooting for, and a romance that feels like magic.
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