Of course! I'm far more used to working with a … a … a Nimbus 2000. Trish peers at me in surprise. Isn't that the broomstick out of Harry Potter? Damn. I knew I'd heard it somewhere. Yes … it is, I say at last, my face flaming. And also a well-known ironing board. In fact, I think the broomstick was named … er … after the ironing board.
In this passage, the protagonist finds herself in an awkward situation while trying to navigate a conversation. She mentions being accustomed to using a "Nimbus 2000," which elicits surprise from Trish. This reference to a broomstick from the Harry Potter series highlights her lack of knowledge and understanding of the topic, making her feel embarrassed.
As she realizes her mistake, she tries to downplay it by also mentioning the Nimbus 2000 as a well-known ironing board. This humorous twist reveals her self-awareness and adds a comedic layer to the interaction. The protagonist's internal struggle with her knowledge and the unexpected turns in conversation create an engaging moment in Sophie Kinsella's book "The Undomestic Goddess."
