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A review by yannaj
Most Ardently by Gabe Cole Novoa
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I LOVED THIS BOOK!
As a hardcore Pride and Prejudice fan (Kiera Knightley and Matthew MacFadyen for the win), I wasn't sure how I would feel about a remixed version, but Most Ardently is a triumph!
If you know P&P you know the rough storyline, but here we get Oliver Bennet- still falling in love with Darcy, still facing Wickham dillemas- but all against the background of his transness and the expected path and responsbilities placed upon him since most people in his life assume him to be a woman. This adds another dimension to the story that layers really well on Elizabeth's traditional tale.
Fair warning: there is deadnaming, dysphoria, and transphobia BUT good things happen for Oliver and he ultimatley ends up happy!
THe fact that Oliver's family accepts him is so beautifully done! (Makes me love Mr. Bennet even more. Love the historical reference of Molly houses and the historical epilogue note. Also, the audiobook is so well done!
As a hardcore Pride and Prejudice fan (Kiera Knightley and Matthew MacFadyen for the win), I wasn't sure how I would feel about a remixed version, but Most Ardently is a triumph!
If you know P&P you know the rough storyline, but here we get Oliver Bennet- still falling in love with Darcy, still facing Wickham dillemas- but all against the background of his transness and the expected path and responsbilities placed upon him since most people in his life assume him to be a woman. This adds another dimension to the story that layers really well on Elizabeth's traditional tale.
Fair warning: there is deadnaming, dysphoria, and transphobia BUT good things happen for Oliver and he ultimatley ends up happy!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Deadnaming
Moderate: Transphobia and Dysphoria