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“Owen’s gaze flicked to me again. “Maybe you’re right. And what a wonderful change it is. Tell me, Sarah, how on earth do you put up with Monsieur de Bennicoeur’s dour ways? You must feel as if you’ve married a high school principal.” I shrugged. “Guess that’s my type. The dourer the better, I…” quote by Michelle Rowen
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““Owen’s gaze flicked to me again. “Maybe you’re right. And what a wonderful change it is. Tell me, Sarah, how on earth do you put up with Monsieur de Bennicoeur’s dour ways? You must feel as if you’ve married a high school principal.” I shrugged. “Guess that’s my type. The dourer the better, I say.” “I’m not dour,” Thierry said dourly.””

Michelle Rowen

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Dour Man, 2020

A character jokes about preferring a stern partner, highlighting attraction to challenging personalities.

In simple terms: People sometimes love difficult partners.

Key Takeaway

Embrace what you enjoy, even if others find it tough.

Themes

relationships personality humor

Mood

witty playful

Type

observational conversational

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • friendship
  • self‑reflection

Key Concepts

psychology attraction self-awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prefer partners who challenge you?
  • How does humor affect relationship dynamics?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone will understand or accept such preferences.

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