Love, As Seen On TV

The gardens are in bloom this episode but no one is referring to the flowers. In a surprising turn of events, Lord Danbury’s death leaves Lady Danbury reeling, in more ways than one and an heir is finally on the horizon, supposing he can avoid being kingnapped by his own mother. Niki has another spoiler for Cherie and the episode ends on a high note, finally answering that age old question, “Who runs the world?”

It’s been awhile but Cherie and Niki are back and excited to dive into some prequel shenanigans. Beloved Bridgerton characters, flush with the bloom of youth, finding their own love story. Charlotte wasn’t always queen and she meets her future king while trying to run away from their wedding. Will this new series live up to the precedent of excellence set by Bridgerton and how does Niki think it compares to the book?

There are many separate plots to tie up with this final episode and Cherie and Niki are holding on tight as the scenes whiz by in order to cover it all. Secrets are revealed, some relationships are strengthened and some are ruined, and Kate and Anthony “will they-won’t they” until the last possible second. But the best part of all … is that it doesn’t end here!

This is an action packed episode and Cherie and Niki have plenty to talk about. Just about every relationship has been strained, which makes for some great discussions. The sexual tension between Kate and Anthony finally FINALLY peaks leading to some gazebo fun times. But it doesn’t end with happily ever after because of course it doesn’t and you can hear both Cherie and Niki rolling their eyes.

Differences in note taking aside and the fact that the wedding wasn’t in the books, Cherie and Niki have a lot to say about the Wedding of the Season. The cat’s out of the bag and the repercussions are spectacular as each character learns the secret. Do the reactions make sense? Can Cherie and Niki empathize with the different responses or are certain characters way out of line?

Their speculation pays off as Cherie and Niki’s theories about upcoming seasons have been confirmed, which helps since they are not pleased at the direction of this episode. The will they/won’t they has become tiresome and the secondary plots continue to befuddle. A little communication goes a long way.

We’ve fully left the book at this point, with numerous side plots that leave Cherie and Niki scratching their heads. Do Cousin Jack and Theo contribute to the show or do they just muddy the water? The sexual tension continues to build between Kate and Anthony, so what is that ending!?! And finally, Niki drops a major spoiler on Cherie.

Things get heavy in this episode as Cherie and Niki weigh the implications of death and motherhood. But it quickly takes a turn for the steamy … finally. Then the game is afoot as a raucous game of pall-mall leads them into the joys of high Benedict. 

The Season is in full swing now with Edwina as its Diamond. Cherie and Niki are not impressed by Anthony’s devious behavior. But they do love the idea of a roomful of suitors being put on the spot to entertain and impress the Diamond. Finally, how much time will they spend trying to guess whose love story will be next?

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The show is over but Cherie and Niki are not done talking about it. Nicole’s best dress, Mr. Edwards’ funniest remark, and the cringiest moment are just a few of the highlights covered in this recap of the season. And finally an answer to whether or not the final couple are still together.

No more freeloading as the suitors are expected to assist the court with some regency chores, with varying degrees of success. When a storm delays dinner, one suitor opens up about his feelings (or lack of) for Nicole, which compels another to share via a letter. Cherie and Niki are on the edge of their seats as the drama unfolds and are not so secretly thrilled by the results.

An evening in the pleasure garden has everyone in high spirits but a tea leaf reader is doling out some curious takes. How will Nicole interpret these predictions and will they sway her decisions? Cherie and Niki realize that perhaps the man they most detested was not the worst after all.

A competition of strength leads to some surprising results. One suitor confides in Nicole that someone might not be there for the “right reasons” and she enters the suitor house for the first time to confront him. Cherie and Niki cannot believe what then happens at the ball.