It looks like Bridgerton may finally be including a gay romance in its forthcoming season and its already getting a mixed reception.

In the Season 3 finale of Netflix s bodice-ripping period drama, viewers were introduced to Michaela Stirling (played by Masali Baduza), who appears poised to become a love interest for Francesca Bridgerton (Hannah Dodd).

The characters addition is a notable change from the Bridgerton novels, in which Francesca weds a character named Michael after the death of her husband, John Stirling (played by Victor Alli in the series).

Though many fans have expressed hope for a queer coupling on Bridgerton, the introduction of Michaela angered some fans whod expected the series to hew more closely to Julia Quinns books.

On Tuesday, the author reacted to the furor on social media , noting that Bridgerton showrunner Jess Brownell consulted with her extensively before the change was made.