Bridgerton Season 3 - How to make a secondary character the protagonist and succeed

The third season of Bridgerton has received mixed reviews from critics and fans. Some are not as happy as they were with the first two seasons, while others were positively surprised.

I belong to the second group. I thought the second season was just "one more" and that the show would probably get too repetitive. Yet, the first four episodes of the new season have revived some of my interest.

Great Performance from Nicola Coughlan

Nicola Coughlan, our sweet Penelope Featherington, gave us a great performance. A former secondary character, Nicola brought depth and charm to the role. She made her transition from a supporting role to the main protagonist quite successful.

Now, she and Colin finally have the place they deserve—the central romance of the story. Instead of bringing a new character to the spotlight, the writers gave more screen time to these two well-known (and beloved) characters. Sure, it might not have the steamy excitement of previous seasons, but the relationship's development is both sweet and strong.

Lady Whistledown

The gossip column of Lady Whistledown is a central piece of the story, yet it is becoming less important. In fact, it feels a bit repetitive and forced on viewers without any need.

It feels like a side story no one really cares about, but the writers can't let go. I don't say to remove it from the story, but it needs changes to keep its importance and interest.

A quiet season

While the third season of Bridgerton may not capture the same level of sensational drama as the first two seasons, it still offers a compelling and heartfelt romance, particularly for fans of Penelope and Colin's characters. The performances, especially by Nicola Coughlan, stand out, even if the plot feels a bit less vibrant and more familiar.

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