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Bridgerton 4: Unpacking Sophie Baek's Story
30 Jan
Summary
- Sophie Baek is the illegitimate daughter of Lord Penwood.
- Araminta managed Sophie's dowry as trustee in the novel.
- Sophie seeks survival, working as a maid for various families.

Bridgerton season 4 introduces Sophie Baek, the illegitimate daughter of Lord Penwood, who is legally his "ward." Sophie's father had secretly arranged for tutors throughout her childhood.
Upon Lord Penwood's death, his estate passed to his wife, Lady Araminta Penwood. The book details that Araminta was trustee for Sophie's dowry and received a salary to house her until age 18.
Sophie is dismissed from her position after attending a Bridgerton masquerade ball. She later finds employment as a maid for the Cavender family, but loses this role after intervening in an incident of harassment.




