The ‘ton was ablaze with gossip this morning when ‘s Benedict was announced as the Netflix revealed the second-eldest Bridgerton sibling would be on the marriage mart for the next installment, following between According to the logline, “turns its focus to bohemian second son Benedict. Despite his elder and younger brothers both being happily married, Benedict is loath to settle down.” However, when he meets a mysterious Lady in Silver at Violet Bridgerton (Ruth Gemmell) masquerade ball, that all changes — and Anthony (Jonathan Bailey) and Colin couldn’t be prouder.
— the third book in her novel series — will serve as the basis for Benedict’s season as he pursues ( ) Sophie Beckett. According to the book’s description, she never dreamed of sneaking into the famous masquerade ball as she has been relegated to the role of servant by her stepmother. There, in the arms of Benedict, she feels like royalty, but it can only last until midnight.
“Ever since that magical night, a radiant vision in silver has blinded Benedict to the attractions of any other — except, perhaps this alluring and oddly familiar beauty dressed in housemaid’s garb whom he feels compelled to rescue from a most disagreeable situation,” the description continues. “He has sworn to find and wed his mystery miss, but this breathtaking maid makes him weak with wanting her. Yet, if he offers his heart, will Benedict sacrifice his only chance for a fairy tale love?” While Benedict will.