If they’d kept this plot point from the book, it would have made Bridgerton Season 3 unwatchable.

If youre anything like me, youre getting hyped for the new season ofBridgerton.

Maybe its the fact that actors Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton have such great off-screen chemistry.

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Often described as pudgy and having baby fat, her plus size characterization followed her from book to book.

She deserves love regardless of her weight, right?

Two stone is nearly 30 poundsa significant amount of weight for anyone to lose.

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And so begins a story in which Penelope finally wins the heart of longtime friend Colin Bridgerton.

Now that shes lighter, he sees her as a romantic possibility.

Of course, this kind of plot isnt exactly to be celebrated.

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Romancing Mister Bridgertonby Julia Quinn

Wheres the idea that you deserve love no matter your size?

Not even pleasantly rounded as Julia Quinn might describe.

Because…I dont know if youve noticed, but the woman isgorgeous.

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The hair, the makeup, the outfits, shes like a brand new person.

And Luke Newton Colin, too.

Hes also gotten his own movie-magic-makeover, thanks again to the hair, makeup, and costume departments.

This is nothing new, of course.

Jonathan Baileys Anthony Bridgerton got a similar glow-up for Season 2.

Catch part one ofBridgerton Season 3onNetflixon May 16, 2024.

And if you want to read a fun plus size romance while you wait,check out my list.