Bridgerton Fanfiction
Netflix's Regency romance phenomenon, adapted from Julia Quinn's novels, follows the eight Bridgerton siblings through London seasons of scandal and matchmaking. Each season hands fandom a new ship to elaborate: Daphne and Simon's ruse, Anthony and Kate's magnificent enemies-to-lovers, and the Polin wave around Penelope's Lady Whistledown double life. Fic fills the genre's natural gaps — extended courtships, married domesticity, and modern AUs that test whether these dynamics survive without the corsetry.
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What is Bridgerton fanfiction?
Bridgerton fanfiction is fan-created stories set in the Bridgerton universe. With over 8,000 works on Archive of Our Own, Bridgerton is one of the most popular fandoms in the fanfiction community.
These stories explore beloved characters like Anthony Bridgerton, Kate Sharma, Penelope Featherington, Colin Bridgerton, and many more. Writers create everything from short one-shots to epic novel-length adventures, exploring relationships, alternate universes, and "what if" scenarios.
Most Popular Bridgerton Fanfics
These are the highest-rated Bridgerton stories on AO3, ranked by kudos from readers.
To Pick a Primrose
by EndoratheWitch
The king must find a wife, eligible women are brought to the castle for the king to choose who will become his queen.
Unintended Consequence
by avisioninorange
I had a muse for a bit of a POV from Colin regarding the warnings about Marina from family (and friends) and how he might have felt had he witnessed Penelope in tears.
Goodbyes
by avisioninorange
Colin waits to say goodbye to his family before leaving for Greece but there is someone he wishes was there. A Colin POV from the final episode of s1 of the show series.
Bridgerton's Adrift
by avisioninorange
Unexpected bad news arrives for the Bridgerton Family (and friends) regarding Colin's travels. This will be a series that is set after "The Duke and I" or season one of the show. It is a companion piece to "Goodbyes".
Simon Basset says I love you
by Fandomloveee
This first chapter takes place at the ball during the last episode, after Daphne gives her speech in the rain. I felt like I was left hanging as Simon never said 'I love you' in return, so I created this with some drama that leads to a proper love confession from him.Chp. 1 - Daphne is attacked afte
Daphne Pleases Simon
by Fandomloveee
So, we know the Duke loves to please Daphne. But we never see or hear about Daphne returning the favour. Until now. That is all I'm going to say, enjoyyyy :) * I wrote this fairly quick, no judgements please lol.
Georgia and Colin
by KenziRobinWrites
A young, plus sized biracial girl catches the eye of one Colin Bridgerton
Of Magic and Propriety
by bobblemonkey2
Sophie Hatter is an unfortunate debutante about to enter her second season as a single woman - but after a chance encounter with the caddish Wizard Howl, her luck begins to change.
An Untitled Love Letter
by totesoak
The sun, much like most beautiful things, burns. Basically just a big old dump of emotions that I pretend aren’t mine and are actually some original characters:)
The Egregiously Well-Travelled, Nyla Warrington
by fated_desires
A One-Shot based off the Bridgerton series. Nyla Warrington has shunned societal expectations in favor of her own desires for life. She fled London when she reached marrying age to travel the world. She thought she had rid herself of London high society for good, until her brother runs off with a la
Swelter Weather
by avisioninorange
Colin Bridgerton is weary from travel and decides to spend the summer at the Aubrey Hall. While his initial plans were to avoid his perfect family, he ends up sharing the house with Eloise and Penelope. This is a Modern AU!
The Deed of Right and Wrong
by shelby_love
In which Anthony fell for a marchioness of high status, and doesn't plan on letting her go.
Art of the Swoon
by richcreamerybutter
Like many people, I have recently watched Bridgerton. And a specific moment from episode three gave me a fun idea.Papa Emeritus III accidentally discovers that Cardinal Copia is a thousand times more innocent than he could ever have imagined.
rules don't apply
by irishseeker
Having certain feelings towards your boss is embarrassing. Inappropriate. Wrong. Especially when your boss is Anthony Bridgerton, the most insufferable man on the planet. What does Kate Sharma have to say on the matter?
the chains that bind
by alliegetyourgun
Post-season 1; Two months after parting ways with Anthony, Siena finds herself in a dire situation and seeks out his help. He’s out of the country, but his siblings are more than happy to offer assistance to any friend of their brother’s. Or, as she inevitably becomes, a friend of theirs. TW for ill
Reconciliation
by Fandomloveee
What if after the ball in episode 8, Simon actually left for 5 weeks? Simon, alone in a cottage, receives news that Daphne is unwell. Panicking, he heads back to Clyvedon. Reconcilation angst, hurt, fluff, and smut. That is all I will say :) I got this one shot idea from tumblr, I will be tagging th
i'll take care of you
by irishseeker
Five times Kate takes care of a reluctant Anthony & one time he lets her.
Patience is a Virtue
by shelby_love
In which your sidesaddle riding venture took a turn for the worst, leaving Anthony scared for your life.
White Jasmine
by softnajmin
Making his debut into this year's marriage market starts off just as Renjun expected it to go. The approval of the queen, a variety of decent potential suitors, and the support of his family and dear friend Jeno. What could go wrong? In walks Na Jaemin and Lee Donghyuck. Little does Renjun know, thi
Bonding Over Bridgerton
by iBloo
Sarada thought that when she got on the train, no one would bother her as long as she had her earphones on, and her Bridgerton book open. Apparently, these blocking tactics don't work on Boruto Uzumaki.
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Popular Bridgerton Ships
Kanthony
Anthony Bridgerton/Kate Sharma
Bridgerton's second season ran entirely on the viscount and Kate Sharma loathing each other across ballrooms while he courted her sister. Bee stings, near-drownings, and 'you are the bane of my existence and the object of all my desires' made them the show's defining couple.
3,500 works →
Polin
Colin Bridgerton/Penelope Featherington
Penelope loved Colin for years while he never noticed — until 'I would never dream of courting Penelope Featherington' broke her heart and the fandom's simultaneously. Season three delivered the friends-to-lovers payoff, complicated by her secret life as Lady Whistledown.
3,000 works →
Saphne
Simon Basset/Daphne Bridgerton
Bridgerton's first season runs the full fake-courtship gauntlet: the duke who vowed never to marry and the debutante who needed the season's prize pretend an attachment that stops being pretend. Regency fandom's modern revival starts here.
1,000 works →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Bridgerton fanfics are on AO3?
There are over 8,000 Bridgerton fanfiction works on Archive of Our Own, making it one of the platform's largest fandoms.
What are the best Bridgerton ships?
Popular Bridgerton pairings include Kanthony, Polin, Saphne. Each ship has thousands of dedicated stories exploring their relationship.
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