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The Reluctant Fall

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Reads 11,952
Votes 487
Parts 19
Time 3h 31m

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A Penthony Story.
(Please do not read if you do not like this ship)

Modern Day - Slow Burn.

Penelope Featherington is determined she will never fall in love. But with him, could she trust it?

Anthony Bridgerton never wanted to fall in love.
But with her, it was different.

Penelope is currently in university. She is juggling her two persona's, diligent student & anonymous author. Can she navigate society with watchful eyes, and people who want nothing more than to see her demise?

Anthony Bridgerton, a London 'playboy'. Will he be able to keep his cool after a girl he always knew, but never noticed, completely turns his world upside down.All Rights Reserved

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Give in to me by BurtonBridge04

Modern Setting - Penelope & Eloise are returning to London after studying in New York for five years.... Penelope left London as a Nineteen year old girl, and returning a full blown woman. Will anyone notice her finally? Anthony Bridgerton has had his heart broken, and will new arrivals back into his life, his heart starts to heal a little bit more each day. - This is a Penthony HEA story (Colin will suffer a little)

Wilting || Colin Bridgerton by eisntme

Wilting || Colin Bridgerton Last season was hard enough for Magnolia Hayward after her father passed, leaving her and her siblings orphaned, just before she received a proposal. To make matters worse Colin Bridgerton left mere weeks after, and during his travels told Magnolia he believed their courtship was a mistake. Upon his return for the season Magnolia is unsure if she can handle being around the man she loves, and if she'll be able to avoid him or her feelings at all. • colin bridgerton x oc • set in season two of the netflix adaptation of bridgerton • book two of the magnolia series DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN THE BRIDGERTON BOOK OR TELEVISION SERIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ITS PLOT LINE AND CHARACTERS I DO OWN THE HAYWARD FAMILY AND THEIR STORYLINE

Remembrance by enaganda

After the unfortunate events at her mama's ball, Penelope had decided it was time for her to leave London. As she heard Colin uttered disparaging words about her towards his friends, Penelope had lost her respect towards the man she had silently loved all these years. As if that is not enough, her dearest friend Eloise had found out her identity as Lady Whistledown and had broken off their friendship not without saying harsh and hurtful words towards her. Now without reason to be fond of high society, Penelope Featherington decided to leave the country and settle down for good in Scotland. Until an accident happens.

You Broke My Heart Mr. Bridgerton. by Starlight8888

This fanfiction is to pick up right after the blow up with Eloise and Penelope! After she is devastated twice for loss of her best friend and the cruelly spoken words of her once true love, Penelope Featherington decides that it's time to change and never look back! After all, even a broken heart will learn to beat again! All characters fictional and ownership of rightful creator! This story is made up and intended for Polin fans while we graciously await their true love story in Season 3!

Colin x Penelope (COMPLETE) by fangirlspam_234

I just finished binge watching Bridgerton and I loved it! Colin and Penelope deserved more screen time and I just finished reading the 4th Bridgerton book that is focused on them and I just wanted to see more of them. Seeing that there are not many fanfics about them I of course took the liberty of writing one my self. Set between the last chapter and epilogue of Romancing Mr. Bridgerton Rated M for mature MAJOR SPOILERS FOR THE SHOW AND BOOKS! YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED

A Single Moment. by BurtonBridge04

Anthony is a single dad returning back to England after five years. He returned home with high hopes of building a new life for him and his daughter Bella. He didn't want complications... But then he meets his daughters teacher and everything changes in 'A Single Moment'. PENTHONY HEA - if you do not like this ship - do not read. Thank you.

Dirty Law by BurtonBridge04

Penelope Featherington is graduating from Oxford and after a long six years of ruthless studies (and hardly any decent sex) she finds herself at a loss with substandard men who are lacking in the 'satisfaction' requirements. However, when she gets a call regarding a new job opening that seems perfect for her, things seem to be looking up... But after a night in a swanky new club in London, she finds herself in a rather peculiar situation as the man who completely blew her mind last night is sitting opposite her in the hiring chair. Oops - that old (Sleeping with the boss but didn't know he was your boss) trope. This is a Penthony story - do not read if you do not like this ship. It is a one shot right now; however I may continue in future.

magical contract by vikkikino

The story revolves around Penelope Prewett, an ambitious and independent girl with dreams of a career in magical journalism. However, her fate is tied to a magical marriage contract between her family and the influential Bridgerton family. The three Bridgerton brothers - the determined Anthony, the creative Benedict and the charismatic Colin - have different attitudes towards the situation, but each of them has feelings for Penelope that go far beyond family obligations. Amid social events, romantic intrigue and magical secrets, Penelope tries to defend her right to freedom of choice, unaware that her connection with each of the brothers awakens their internal conflicts and forces them to reconsider their own priorities. Can they find a compromise between feelings and duty, and how will their lives change when secrets from the past and present begin to unravel?

Little Bit Yours. by BurtonBridge04

You're not mine anymore... but I'm still a little bit yours. - JP Saxe. Colin & Penelope Modern AU Story. Colin married Marina after Penelope's 21st. She spent her whole life waiting on him. His family thought they were destined... obviously not. Penelope works for Danbury Life & Style, she's made a name for herself and her confidence has grown in bounds with Colin's three year absence. Colin returns home, but not all is what it seems. - POLIN HEA. - Penelope's a boss. (love writing stories where she's a woman in power) Seven Chapters complete. Chapters will be uploaded every second day. Enjoy :) Chapter Management

Unexpected romance / Benedict&Anthony by chxckbxss

Delilah has never truly had a good relationship with anyone. Her father had made it no secret that he did not want her and had not paid her any care, her brother had never been around, and unless you counted Lady Danbury, she would not consider she had any friends. So, how shall she cope when she is thrown into the lion's den of the ton, and attracts the attention of none other than the Bridgertons? Shall her immediate interest in Anthony lead to a happy ending, or is there an unexpected romance around the corner? Anthony Bridgerton x OC Benedict Bridgerton x OC

A Wallflower's Bloom by enaganda

"Are you mad? I would never dream of courting Penelope Featherington." Brokenhearted from the words she heard from her childhood love, Penelope Featherington had decided to change her ways and prove herself worthy of being loved. As the 1815 London season starts, she comes back at the ton with determination, confidence and charms enough to find a husband to marry.

A Wallflower's Peregrination by enaganda

Anthony, anguished over the death of a deeply loved family member, was given another chance to make things right.

California Dreaming - Polin by BurtonBridge04

Penelope Featherington is in love with Colin Bridgerton and he's too stupid to realise. He was getting married & she didn't want to watch him grow old with someone else. Enough was enough. She travels to LA for her dreams & her life is transformed. The new confident, sexy Penelope is here & Colin can't stand it. Romantic story, Modern ERA based on Polin 🐝 PART 1 (1/7 uploaded) PART 2 (7/14 uploaded) PART 3 (will be uploaded regularly this week) Thanks JQ for this couple. We love you💗

Never Be The Same. by BurtonBridge04

Modern Polin Love Story 💗 FIC UPDATED - 23/12/24 (Grammar and story updated a little with some extras) Penelope hasn't been in contact with Colin Bridgerton for four years, her relationships with the Bridgerton's had became strained after her 18th birthday. Eloise was drifting away and she finally found her independence... Until, She receives an invitation to her old friend's wedding and new feelings and old feelings come to light. Will Italy be the destination of dreams, failures or love? Penelope has changed, and everyone is going to notice. It was now or never.

A Thistle of Love by BurtonBridge04

Anthony is a 38yo divorcee on the way to his younger sister's Francesca's second wedding and he just so happened to promise his mother that he would spend two full weeks in Scotland with his family. Francesca has lived in the small town of Inverie for ten years. She was married to her husband for five years before his passing and now, five years later she has managed to find love again with her husband's distant cousin Michaela Stirling. So, why not have a weeklong celebration of love in the most beautiful place in the world with your huge, crazy, unfiltered family? Michaela's best friend is Penelope Featherington. Penelope is a single mother to a teenage daughter, Isla. She is a book shop/café owner and is very proud of her Scottish and Irish heritage. The town has many people that come and go, but this beauty has never left. So, what happens when an outsider makes her see there is a world outside of her own? (This will be celebrating Scotland with some nods to Scottish History, a Scottish speaking Pen, and I will be including only Scottish artists at the start of each chapter, I truly hope you enjoy it - signing off from the heart of one proud Scottish lass) Penthony HEA.

A Wallflower's Discoveren by enaganda

At the start of the 1814 season, Viscount Anthony Bridgerton had decided that he'll finally look for and take in a wife. Having interviewed most of the ladies of the ton and found none deserving, his interest was piqued whilst at the Danbury Ball when he overhears his mother and sister speak of a lady in high regard; and in their comments found that this woman shares the same qualities he had been looking for in a prospect. What will happen if he finds out that the same lady in question was no other than his sister's best friend and their long time neighbor, Penelope Featherington?

Lady Debling (Polin) by delightful_fear

Penelope has returned to London as a widow, not sure what this next phase of her life will entail. Many men are interested in this young widow, and she needs to learn to sort their intentions. Do they seek her out for her wit, her company, or a chance of love? Or a little bit of naughty fun? And why is her old friend Colin Bridgerton watching out for her so intently? *Friends to Lovers *Slow burn, some smutty scenes eventually *Canon compliant until mid-Season 3 *Alternative Universe, set five years after Season 3 **This will have about 10 short chapters. **There will be a few spicy scenes, but this story will have a lot of pining & slow burn.

Responsibilities, Expectations & You. by BurtonBridge04

"I can't believe she returned." Anthony whispered. "I must speak with her." Violet spoke as she brushed by her children and headed straight towards the redhead who had re-entered their lives. "This will be an interesting season indeed." Kate said quite confidently towards Anthony, and Benedict who overheard, couldn't help but agree, it would be. - Benedict & Penelope HEA. Regency Era. Benedict is navigating the new responsibilities thrusted upon him by his brother the Viscount. His plan this season is to find a wife, and quickly. Penelope was shamed from the Ton three years ago due to the scandals that rocked the Featherington household. But now after three years as a governess in Ireland, she is back into London with a new look, a new aim, and plans to become who she always wanted to be. Will these two finally find the light and step out from their shadows?

Goodnight, Mr Bridgerton by Caesar_Flickerman

As Colin Bridgerton is falling for Penelope Featherington, Benedict is also falling for a London season debutante. But though he is one of the ton's most eligible bachelors and has girls falling over themselves to dance with him, this is not a romance that blossoms in the ballroom, but in the quieter rooms of the grand houses of the season's hosts. Clara Marlowe has enough problems without a handsome stranger finding her in her hiding spot at Lady Danbury's ball, and enough suitors to try and forget him when he doesn't call on her the next morning. But by the second ball of the season it seems she cannot move on from him so easily. Set parallel to the events of season three. Basically Benedict being a hopeless romantic for 15k words. *also posted on ao3*

A Wallflower's Concession by enaganda

Both Anthony Bridgerton and Penelope Featherington found themselves in an unexpected predicament. Having lived to the scandals of their own, with Anthony being left at the altar by the Diamond of the season, and Penelope being found out by Eloise as Lady Whistledown; how can the Capital R Rake and the notorious gossip writer navigate the upcoming London season knowing that they must appease and heed the royal command of the Queen.

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Give in to me cover

Wilting || Colin Bridgerton cover

Remembrance cover

You Broke My Heart Mr. Bridgerton. cover

Colin x Penelope (COMPLETE) cover

A Single Moment. cover

Dirty Law cover

magical contract cover

Little Bit Yours. cover

Unexpected romance / Benedict&Anthony cover

A Wallflower's Bloom cover

A Wallflower's Peregrination cover

California Dreaming - Polin cover

Never Be The Same. cover

A Thistle of Love cover

A Wallflower's Discoveren cover

Lady Debling (Polin) cover

Responsibilities, Expectations & You. cover

Goodnight, Mr Bridgerton cover

A Wallflower's Concession cover

Give in to me

Modern Setting - Penelope & Eloise are returning to London after studying in New York for five years.... Penelope left London as a Nineteen year old girl, and returning a full blown woman. Will anyone notice her finally? Anthony Bridgerton has had his heart broken, and will new arrivals back into his life, his heart starts to heal a little bit more each day. - This is a Penthony HEA story (Colin will suffer a little)