Following the rave reviews for Bridgerton season 3, fans are on the edge of their seats to see what comes next. But while the series of romance novels -- penned by Julia Quinn -- offers at least five more love stories to come for the ton's favorite family, Netflix is keeping quiet about which couple may be next to shine in the spotlight. Of course, season 3 did offer some clues about what's to come for the rest of the Bridgerton bunch -- the introduction of John Stirling (Victor Alli) and Francesca's (Hannah Dodd) stunned reaction to his cousin, Michaela (Masali Baduza); Benedict's (Luke Thompson) loaded reference to a masquerade ball; and, of course, the introduction of Eloise's (Claudia Jessie) husband-to-be, Sir Philip Crane (Chris Fulton), way back in season 1.
Read on to learn more about how the lauded series may play out their next romance storylines. (But, dear reader, be forewarned: book spoilers ahead!) Francesca's love story is the one that got the most screen time in season 3, however, it may also be the one with the most question marks when it comes to the upcoming seasons. In Francesca's book, When He Was Wicked -- the sixth in the Bridgerton series -- the central love story actually picks up following the death of her husband, John Stirling.
Francesca and John are an undeniable love match in the books, but much of their romance happens in the background. When John meets a tragic end before the couple has even settled into their life together or born an heir to t.
