by Graeme Simsion
Published 2013
Don Tillman is a brilliant, socially rigid genetics professor in Melbourne who has decided that the most efficient way to find a partner is to administer a sixteen-page questionnaire to prospective candidates and eliminate anyone who smokes, arrives late, or prefers ice cream in the wrong order. Into his precisely scheduled life walks Rosie, a bartender, PhD student, and almost every answer his questionnaire is designed to reject, who needs Don's help to identify her biological father. What begins as a side project for his research skills becomes something neither of them is prepared for. Graeme Simsion's 2013 debut novel, narrated in Don's literal-minded, instantly recognizable voice, became an international bestseller and one of the most-recommended feel-good novels of the decade. Underneath its romantic comedy structure, The Rosie Project is a warm, observant portrait of a man who experiences the social world as a puzzle, of the people who start to see him clearly, and of how a rigid system of rules quietly loosens when someone actually cares how the outcome turns out.
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American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Calm
“Tony's calm demeanor fits Don's measured approach, providing a steady tone appropriate for his logical narration.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Modulated
“This voice's clear articulation, steady, and intentional pacing perfectly embodies Don's precise, logical, and often deadpan delivery, while the 'careful, unsure' aspect subtly hints at his social awkwardness.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Deep
“Declan's controlled, measured, and direct delivery aligns well with Don's highly intelligent and logical thought process, suitable for a professional and serious tone.”
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A fiercely independent, intelligent, and spirited barmaid who challenges Don's rigid worldview. Her voice should be dynamic, assertive, and capable of both frustration and warmth.
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“Kiki's confident and warm voice captures Rosie's fiercely independent, intelligent, and spirited nature, capable of expressing both warmth and assertiveness.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Confident
“Alexi's confident, warm, and engaging qualities are well-suited for Rosie's dynamic and spirited personality, while also conveying her warmth.”
American · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Gigi Noir's warm and confident delivery, though described as calm, can still convey Rosie's assertiveness and underlying spirited intelligence.”
Don's charismatic and hedonistic best friend, a psychology professor. His voice should convey charm, wit, and a relaxed, slightly mischievous demeanor.
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Confident
“Patrick's smooth, clear, resonant, warm, and confident tone perfectly matches Gene's charismatic, witty, and hedonistic personality, conveying charm and approachability.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Calm
“Tony's smooth, confident, and warm voice is an excellent fit for Gene's relaxed charm and wit, embodying his engaging demeanor.”
American · Middle Aged · Male · Narrative Story · Modulated
“Ned's warm, confident, and engaging voice with a smooth cadence is very suitable for Gene's charismatic and approachable nature, even with a modulated trait.”
Gene's wife, a supportive and sensible figure in Don's life. Her voice should be calm, understanding, and offer a mature perspective.
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Daphne's friendly, calm, clear, and warm conversational tone is an ideal match for Claudia's supportive, sensible, and understanding nature, offering a mature perspective.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Katherine's warm and calm voice with a natural, clear, and steady delivery perfectly embodies Claudia's understanding, supportive, and measured presence in Don's life.”
American · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Casual
“JeJe's calm, gentle tone, natural warmth, thoughtfulness, kindness, and sincerity are all excellent traits for Claudia, conveying her supportive and approachable character.”