Books matching: phonetics expert
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Save:'The Proposition' by Judith Ivory is a romantic gender flip on Pygmalion, where a phonetics elocution and etiquette expert is employed to teach a Cockney rat catcher, Mick, how to be a gentleman. The story revolves around the transformation of Mick into a refined man, with the help of the expert, Edwina, as they navigate a wager, con men, and societal expectations. The plot unfolds with humor, sizzling romance, and a fairy tale-like setting, although the ending has been criticized for feeling rushed and contrived.
The relationship between Mick and Edwina is portrayed as charming and delightful, with Mick being praised as a sweet, good-looking, and lovable hero. explores themes of class divide, self-discovery, and unconventional romance, with Mick's character standing out as a refreshing change from traditional alpha males found in romance novels. Despite some criticisms regarding the plot's ending and the writing style of the sex scenes, 'The Proposition' is commended for its unique characters, engaging plot, and the author's ability to craft unusual and memorable protagonists.
The most highborn lady Mick had ever been with—the wife of a sitting member of the House of Lords, as it turned out—told him that the French had a name for what she felt for him, a name that put words...
