It continues: “Contrary to popular belief, Kate is quite sure that reformed rakes do not make the best husbands – and Anthony Bridgerton is the most wicked rogue of them all. Kate is determined to protect her sister – but she fears her own heart is vulnerable. And when Anthony’s lips touch hers, she’s suddenly afraid she might not be able to resist the reprehensible rake herself…”

It’s now been confirmed that Simone Ashley, who you will recognise as Olivia from hit series Sex Education, will join the Bridgerton cast as Anthony’s tricky and unexpected romantic interest. Although the surnames have been changed, it looks like Ashley will play the same Kate who is the older sister of Anthony’s original love interest in the book.

Bridgerton season 2: Sex Education star Simone Ashley is joining the cast