WHAT PEOPLE HAVE TO SAY...
MY FINE FELLOW
A 2023 Sydney Taylor Honor Book
A Bustle Best YA Books Out in 2022
"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 Times bestselling author
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“A sparkling retelling of My Fair Lady set in an alternate 1830s London… readers will connect to both Penelope’s and Elijah’s desires to remain true to themselves in a world that would prefer them to stay on the margins.”
— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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"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)
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“A charming historical romp and fitting tribute to My 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, bestselling author of Today Tonight Tomorrow
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"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
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"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
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"A delightful celebration of history, heritage, and haute cuisine that pays tribute to George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion while telling an entirely original tale. I think it would leave Shaw smiling. And also very, very hungry."
— Jacqueline Firkins, author of Hearts, Strings, and Other Breakable Things and How Not to Fall in Love
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“A delectable treat of a novel.” — Bustle, Best YA Books Out in 2022
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“A delightful YA historical romance with a Jewish twist… a retelling you won’t want to miss.” — Hey Alma
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“Especially delicious.” — Horn Book Magazine
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"[This] story’s more than a simple retelling; it’s a refreshing remix of well-loved ingredients, sure to please." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
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 of A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Tomorrow
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“Contemporary fans of the Austen novels and their screen adaptations will relish this rousing, late Georgian romance.” — Booklist
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“While Vicky takes center stage, interspersed perspectives from other characters, including those of Sherborne and his half-sister, deepen the story’s themes… Frequent references to then-popular novels and a thoughtful historical note add additional context to this spirited romp.”
— Publishers Weekly
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“Charming and fun. Replete with intrigue, grand parties, and romantic entanglements, fans of Jane Austen will positively devour this book.”
— Jessica Cluess, author of A Shadow Bright and Burning
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“Romance fans and Jane Austen devotees will devour this delicious Regency romp.”
— Alexa Donne, author of Brightly Burning and The Stars We Steal
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“Bathed in Cohen’s richly textured language, Dangerous Alliance boldly shines a light on issues women struggled with historically: abuse, obstruction, and dominance. A timeless story.”
— Shelley Sackier, author of The Antidote and The Freemason’s Daughter
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“A fresh, enchanting addition to the historical fiction genre! The perfect read for fans of Jane Austen and Downton Abbey!”
— Tobie Easton, award winning author of the Mer Chronicles series
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“The perfect combination of mystery, intriguing characters, surprising action, and delightful romance. I loved every single word.”
— Samantha Hastings, author of The Last Word