Bridgerton Quotes

A whisper is relevant for only as long as it is spoken, but a paper represents more. Its physical form grants permanence. The same cannot be said of true love, of course. It changes. It forgets. It forces you to remember who you once were. And it forces you to choose how you will live with it, again and again.

A life of independence is no mere consolation. Indeed, many would think it the better prize. After passion cools and fate intervenes, who else is a woman left with but herself?[to Kate]

You are wise, or perhaps unusually lucky to understand friendship to be the best possible foundation a marriage can have. Even if that foundation should crumble as quickly as it was built.[to Daphne and Simon]

Words of flattery are beautiful and sweet, but they are also hollow unless accompanied by action.

When one is frustrated, it is often much wiser to focus upon satisfying one’s own needs.

When heart and head are in conflict, every choice may feel like agony.

What is it, truly, to admire a woman? To look at her and feel inspiration. To delight in her beauty. So much so that all your defenses crumble, that you would willingly take on any pain, any burden for her. To honor her being with your deeds and words.[to Anthony]

There’s nothing worse than rotting flowers when someone is unwell.

There is no such thing as true love without first embracing your true self.

There is no greater pleasure than enjoying your home alone with your family.

There is no going back to the past. All one can do is be true to one’s choices and look forward.

The world is not exactly welcoming to an unmarried woman. There seems to be no place in society for us, except at the edge of things.[to Eloise]