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A review by lennie_reads
Pride: A Pride & Prejudice Remix by Ibi Zoboi
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Pride is a modern retelling of Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice, set against a rapidly gentrified Bushwick (in Brooklyn, NY).
I will always be a fan of a P&P retelling because it's such a beloved story to me but this adaptation was top notch.
The story was familiar yet fresh, Zuri embodied Elizabeth so well and I absolutely loved Zuri's family.
The romance between Zuri & Darius was modern, fun and very realistic.
However the main stand out parts for me where the community aspect. I felt that this story was more of a love story for Bushwick than a romance between characters.
When I went to New York a few years ago we actually stayed in Bushwick, and even used the same subway line so I had a Very vivid image in my head. (Swipe for a picture of me at Halsey Station).
I also Adored the celebration of different cultures, especially the Latinx cultures. The rich tapestry of cultures, heritage, food, community, passion, expression, language, pride, love and being unapologetic about who you are and where you come from.
Everyone should read this book.
I will always be a fan of a P&P retelling because it's such a beloved story to me but this adaptation was top notch.
The story was familiar yet fresh, Zuri embodied Elizabeth so well and I absolutely loved Zuri's family.
The romance between Zuri & Darius was modern, fun and very realistic.
However the main stand out parts for me where the community aspect. I felt that this story was more of a love story for Bushwick than a romance between characters.
When I went to New York a few years ago we actually stayed in Bushwick, and even used the same subway line so I had a Very vivid image in my head. (Swipe for a picture of me at Halsey Station).
I also Adored the celebration of different cultures, especially the Latinx cultures. The rich tapestry of cultures, heritage, food, community, passion, expression, language, pride, love and being unapologetic about who you are and where you come from.
Everyone should read this book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism