Romance between upper class/richer girl and lower class/poor boy

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

Doesn't have to be royalty, although that would be a bonus! (e.g. princess, queen)

Just a setting where the girl is at a more privileged level than her romantic interest (e.g. daughter of his boss/chief, richer, more educated, etc.) would be great. Can have drama, angst and all sorts of complicated situations for the lovebirds, of course.

More bonus points for non-contemporary/historical fiction!

Thank you for any suggestions :)

[☆Joycedale☆]

These 2 come to mind

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

☆Joycedale☆ wrote: "These 2 come to mind
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The first doesn't seem to be exactly what I had in mind, yet the second might be a bit closer. Thank you Joycedale! :)

[Electric]

Stranger at Stonewycke

Allison is next in the prestigious line of Ramseys, and she's determined to fill her role with all the pomp and splendor she can. The last thing she would want is to fall in love with a commoner.

This is one of my favorites, if you're into inspirational fiction.

This is fine as a standalone novel but The Heather Hills of Stonewycke actually begins a series before this one. It also has the same kind of idea if I remember correctly, rich girl, poor boy. Pretty sweet. ^_^

[Mrsbooks]

The Sweet Gum Tree

[Teri-K]

Try
Persuasion by Jane Austen
Seduce Me at Sunrise and Again the Magic by Lisa Kleypas
The Proposal by Mary Balogh
Dodger by Terry Pratchett

Plus try this post: http://www.heroesandheartbreakers.com...

[Teri-K]

OK, I had to come back to mention North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell. This is the wonderful story of a well-bred young woman and a rich mill owner who came from nothing. The class differences are wonderfully done and if you like historical fiction, it's one of the best, I think.

[Electric]

I second that North and South suggestion. Wonderful movie as well.

[Anna]

The Leopard Prince byElizabeth Hoyt
Beauty and the Blacksmith by Tessa Dare
A Crimson Frost byMarcia Lynn McClure Princess bonus included ;)

[Lobstergirl, au gratin]

Lady Chatterley's Lover

The Go-Between

Where Angels Fear to Tread

[Teri-K]

Also the series The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner has this theme but not in the first book in the series. (You do need to read these in order for them to make sense.)

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

Electric wrote: "Stranger at Stonewycke

Allison is next in the prestigious line of Ramseys, and she's determined to fill her role with all the pomp and splendor she can. The last thing she would want is to fall in..."

Seems to head in the right direction :) Thank you very much Electric!

Mrsbooks wrote: "The Sweet Gum Tree"

Looks perfect! Thank you Mrsbooks!

Teri-k wrote: "Try
Persuasion by Jane Austen
Seduce Me at Sunrise and Again the Magic by Lisa Kleypas
The Proposal by ..."</i>

I've been wanting to read Persuasion for ages! Only watched the 2007 movie and really liked it.
The next two sound like what I'm looking for but not sure about much of a plot going on? The Proposal seems a little bit more structured.
I've been getting into Terry Pratchett recently so I'm delighted to find he's written something like this as well! It's bound to be great :)
Thank you tons for so many suggestions!

<i>Teri-k wrote: "OK, I had to come back to mention [book:North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell. This is the wonderful story of a well-bred young woman and a rich mill owner who came from not..."

Electric wrote: "I second that North and South suggestion. Wonderful movie as well."

On my to-read list as well. I loved the movie! Richard Armitage is possibly the sexiest man alive (his voice!). Thank you :)

Anna wrote: "The Leopard Prince byElizabeth Hoyt
Beauty and the Blacksmith by Tessa Dare
A Crimson Frost byMarcia Lynn McClur..."</i>

I think the first two fit like a glove, except I would really love if there were other things going on besides the relationship.
But A Crimson Frost is definitely what I wanted, thank you very much Anna :)

<i>Lobstergirl wrote: "[book:Lady Chatterley's Lover

The Go-Between

Where Angels Fear to Tread"

These definitely sound interesting, although not sure if they are to my taste. But I will check them out! Thank you Lobstergirl :)

Teri-k wrote: "Also the series The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner has this theme but not in the first book in the series. (You do need to read these in order for them to make sense.)"

Sounds awesome! I love a good ole fantasy novel with a compelling story, especially one that makes me work at it. I've heard some people say the second book is actually better, so will have to see!

[Teri-K]

Me, again. lol

I forgot to mention The Cater Street Hangman by Anne Perry, which is a wonderful historical mystery, the first in a series about Charlotte and Thomas Pitt. The subplot revolves around upper-class Charlotte and the policeman investigating the case. It's not a romance novel, and their relationship isn't the focus of the book, but it is addressed some. If you like a good plot in your novels this might please you.

ETA - I agree about Richard Armitage. :) It doesn't hurt that every time I read the book I hear his voice speaking. lol And the movie is close enough to the book that if you liked one you'll probably like the other.

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

Teri-k wrote: "Me, again. lol

I forgot to mention The Cater Street Hangman by Anne Perry, which is a wonderful historical mystery, the first in a series about Charlotte and Thomas Pit..."

His voice is incredible! He steals the scene in every movie I see him, I swear.

Thank you again for the suggestion! It's nice to have something that is not all romance once in a while... Sometimes it's just too much and gets too cheesy and implausible for me.

[Michelle °O°]

After the Night Was a great story of a rich guy and a poor girl



Mrsbooks wrote: "The Sweet Gum Tree"

I was going to recommend that book too!

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

Michelle °O° wrote: "After the Night Was a great story of a rich guy and a poor girl



Mrsbooks wrote: "The Sweet Gum Tree"

I was going to recommend that book too!"

Thanks, Michelle, but I prefer the other way around :) If you think of something, let me know!

[Teri-K]

The Proposition by Judith Ivory is proving to be better than I would have expected. He's a rat catcher and she's Lady Edwina. It's a reverse Pygmalion, as she's teaching him how to pass as a Viscount. The characters are more than stereotypes and I'm quite enjoying it.

If you like Steampunk you might like Kiss of Steel. He's a thief who runs the streets, she's a lady hiding out from the upper crust. It's my favorite in the series, though I enjoyed all of them.

[Michelle °O°]

Laie wrote: Thanks, Michelle, but I prefer the other way around :) If you think of something, let me know! !"

..."

I did think of one.... he's a cop and she is a wealthy heiress
Pierced By Danger

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

Michelle °O° wrote: "Laie wrote: Thanks, Michelle, but I prefer the other way around :) If you think of something, let me know! !"

..."

I did think of one.... he's a cop and she is a wealthy heiress
Pierced By ..."

Thank you, I'll give that one a try! :)

<i>Teri-k wrote: "[book:The Proposition by Judith Ivory is proving to be better than I would have expected. He's a rat catcher and she's Lady Edwina. It's a reverse Pygmalion, as she's teachi..."

I think I will definitely like Kiss of Steel. Steampunk is awesome! I will take a look at The Proposition as well, seems interesting :) Thanks yet again for your help!

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[Lobstergirl, au gratin]

The Jewel in the Crown has a relationship between an upper class white woman and a well-educated Indian man - he was educated in England, but once he goes to live in India he's a class below all the whites. Set in 1942. Both are in their 20s I think. This is one plot line among several in the book. Probably fair to say it's the main plot line, but you do have to read a lot about Raj India and other assorted characters along with the romance.

[Teri-K]

I finally got my hands on Manners & Mutiny by Gail Carriger which reminded me that the Sophronia/Soap pairing is definitely upper class girl with lower class boy. It's not the focus in the series but their developing "friendship" is in all of the books in the Finishing School series. Another steampunk offering, though this one is definitely YA.

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

Lobstergirl wrote: "The Jewel in the Crown has a relationship between an upper class white woman and a well-educated Indian man - he was educated in England, but once he goes to live in India he's a clas..."

I love a good historical, thanks so much!

Teri-k wrote: "I finally got my hands on Manners & Mutiny by Gail Carriger which reminded me that the Sophronia/Soap pairing is definitely upper class girl with lower class boy. I..."

This one sounds so great! Thanks again for recommending steampunk :D

[Lobstergirl, au gratin]

Washington Square. Heiress (not aristocratic but upper middle class) and suitor who doesn't seem to have a job. Girl's father is worried he is a gold-digger.

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

Lobstergirl wrote: "Washington Square. Heiress (not aristocratic but upper middle class) and suitor who doesn't seem to have a job. Girl's father is worried he is a gold-digger."

Thank you! This one feels especially angsty, what with the need to both please her father and still follow her heart :)

[Incog]

The Accidental Movie Star by Emily Evans
Breathe by Abbi Glines
Geek Girl by Cindy C. Bennett
His Eyes by Renee Carter
Stranded with a Billionaire by Jessica Clare
No Ordinary Billionaire by J.S. Scott
Cinder by Marissa Meyer
Cinder & Ella by Kelly Oram
Dragon Bound by Thea Harrison
Four Weeks Till Forever by Nadia Lee
My Unscripted Life by Lauren Morrill

[Mrsbooks]

Paradise. But it's not historical and the hero eventually works his way up in the world of the privileged. I liked it so much I read it twice though.

[Mrsbooks]

Sophie (Blame Chocolate) wrote: "Doesn't have to be royalty, although that would be a bonus! (e.g. princess, queen)

Just a setting where the girl is at a more privileged level than her romantic interest (e.g. daughter of his bos..."

What in this list have you tried so far that you like liked? I'm looking for something good to read.

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

Jamie wrote: "The Accidental Movie Star by Emily Evans
Breathe by Abbi Glines
Geek Girl by Cindy C. Bennett
[book..."

Thank you, Jamie! :)

[Sophie (BlameChocolate) *on hiatus*]

Mrsbooks wrote: "Sophie (Blame Chocolate) wrote: "Doesn't have to be royalty, although that would be a bonus! (e.g. princess, queen)

Just a setting where the girl is at a more privileged level than her romantic i..."

Thanks for the suggestion, Mrsbooks!
From this list I haven't actually read any so far but I've read some that I loved:
The Winner's Trilogy
Wuthering Heights
The Grisha Trilogy
The Queen of the Tearling
The Left Hand of God
I hope you enjoy them :)

[Lauren]

Here are some good ones that seem to fit your criteria :
Legend
Venom
I'll Be There

[Lobstergirl, au gratin]

Love and Friendship

[Ann aka Iftcan]

Hobson's Choice She's his boss's daughter.

[Heather]

The Notebook continues to be one of my favorite adult fiction books of all time. Here we meet wellbred Allie and country gentleman Noah. Nothing could keep these two apart forever, not Allie's parents, WWII, or Allie's eventual mental deterioration can keep them apart. This is a love story for the ages.

[Rainbowheart]

Played
Crash into You
You Say It First

[Rainbowheart]

Gentlehands
The Caretaker

[Rainbowheart]

The Betrothed