My Fine Fellow

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Culinary delights abound, romance lingers in the air, and plans go terribly, wonderfully astray in this gender-bent take on My Fair Lady from Jennieke Cohen, author of Dangerous Allianceperfect for fans of Bridgerton or A Gentlemans Guide to Vice and Virtue.

Its 1830s England, and Culinariansdoyens who consult with societys elite to create gorgeous food and confectionsare the crme de la crme of high society.

Helena Higgins, top of her class at the Royal Academy, has a sharp demeanor and an even sharper palateand knows stardom awaits her if she can produce greatness in her final year.

Penelope Pickering is going to prove the value of non-European cuisine to all of England. Her contemporaries may scorn her Filipina heritage and her dishes, but with her flawless social graces and culinary talents, Penelope is set to prove them wrong.

Elijah Little has nothing to his name but a truly excellent instinct for flavors. London merchants wont allow a Jewish boy to own a shop, so he hawks his pasties for a shilling a piece to passersbybut he knows with training he can break into the highest echelon of society.

When Penelope and Helena meet Elijah, a golden opportunity arises: to pull off a project never seen before, and turn Elijah from a street vendor to a gentleman chef.

But Elijahs transformation will have a greater impact on this trio than they originally realizeand mayhem, unseemly faux pas, and a little romance will all be a part of the delicious recipe.

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"Jennieke Cohen serves up a fun dish of a novel with a healthy sprinkle of feminism. MY FINE FELLOW is fresh as the rain in Spain." Stacey Lee,New York Timesbestselling author A sparkling retelling of My Fair Ladyset in an alternate 1830s London readers will connect to both Penelopes and Elijahs desires to remain true to themselves in a world that would prefer them to stay on the margins. Kirkus Reviews(starred review) "Filled with delectable dishes and an inclusive cast... Weaving the original source material with relevant social commentary, Cohen creates memorable characters struggling to find their place in a prejudicial world, while alternating viewpoints add depth to the backdrop of this historical culinary treat." Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Jennieke Cohen dishes up an irresistible YA historical romance with a Filipina-British heroine at its heart who breathes fresh life into this gender-flipped My Fair Lady reimagining." Alexa Donne, author of The Ivies and The Stars We Steal "Cohen has done it again! Fans of My Fair Lady will eat up this delicious peek into the London elite that could have been. Glittering ballrooms, complex friendships, extravagant kitchens, and budding romance make this historical rom-com an indulgence as nuanced as it is delectable. A true treat!"-- Tobie Easton, award-winning author of the Mer Chronicles series A charming historical romp and fitting tribute toMy Fair Lady. With pitch-perfect prose and a sly, observant voice, Jennieke Cohen serves up a spectacularly unique rom-com confection. I absolutely loved it! Rachel Lynn Solomon, author ofToday Tonight Tomorrow "A delightful celebration of history, heritage, and haute cuisine that pays tribute to George Bernard Shaw'sPygmalionwhile telling an entirely original tale.I think it would leave Shaw smiling. And also very, very hungry." Jacqueline Firkins, author ofHearts, Strings, and Other Breakable Thingsand How Not to Fall in Love A delectable treat of a novel. Bustle, Best YA Books Out in 2022 A delightful YA historical romance with a Jewish twist a retelling you wont want to miss. Hey Alma Especially delicious. Horn Book Magazine "[This] storys more than a simple retelling; its a refreshing remix of well-loved ingredients, sure to please." Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books Praise for Dangerous Alliance: With a whimsical nod to Jane Austen and a charming pairing to root for, Dangerous Alliance brings the best of Regency romance to young adult. Perfect for fans wanting more after the credits roll on Netflix's Bridgerton. A delight! Laura Taylor Namey, New York Times bestselling author ofA Cuban Girls Guide to Tea and Tomorrow Contemporary fans of the Austen novels and their screen adaptations will relish this rousing, late Georgian romance. Booklist While Vicky takes center stage, interspersed perspectives from other characters, including those of Sherborne and his half-sister, deepen the storys themes Frequent references to then-popular novels and a thoughtful historical note add additional context to this spirited romp. Publishers Weekly Charming and fun. Replete with intrigue, grand parties, and romantic entanglements, fans of Jane Austen will positively devour this book. Jessica Cluess, author ofA Shadow Bright and Burning Romance fans and Jane Austen devotees will devour this delicious Regency romp. Alexa Donne, author ofBrightly BurningandThe Stars We Steal Bathed in Cohens richly textured language,Dangerous Allianceboldly shines a light on issues women struggled with historically: abuse, obstruction, and dominance. A timelessstory. Shelley Sackier, author ofThe AntidoteandThe Freemasons Daughter A fresh, enchanting addition to the historical fiction genre! The perfect read for fans of Jane Austen andDownton Abbey! Tobie Easton, award winning author of the Mer Chronicles series The perfect combination of mystery, intriguing characters, surprising action, and delightful romance. I loved every single word. Samantha Hastings, author ofThe Last Word

Author Bio

A life-long lover of history and literature, Jennieke Cohen studied English history at Cambridge University before receiving her undergraduate degree from the University of California, Davis. After interning with a literary agent and at Prima Games (an imprint of Penguin Random House), she entered the Master of Professional Writing program at the University of Southern California. Cohen has worked as a writing consultant for Google, a ghostwriter, and has written prescriptive nonfiction published by New World Library. She is a member of SCBWI, Romance Writers of America, and the Jane Austen Society of North America. When not writing or reading, Cohen can be found watching classic movies, drinking tea, singing opera and musical theater, and planning her next trip to England. She lives in California.