Hedgehog Harry

Most Ardently: A Pride & Prejudice Remix by Gavbe Cole Novoa is another book I have been saving for the Trans Rights Readathon and indeed I am reading it for the “transmacs and trans man representation” category. I was not disappointed in the slightest.

Now I haven’t reread the original Pride and Prejudice since high school so I can not speak to whether the book is an authentic remix. That said I have rewatched the 2005 film many, many times so I have the general beats and characterizations down pat. I listened to the audiobook and Harrison Knights does wonderful character work. I cackled when I first heard Mr. Collins’ voice.

The scene with Mr. Bennet had me in goosebumps. Mr. Bennet has long been one of my favorite characters in the 2005 film, so it was lovely to see his positive reaction and wholehearted support of Oliver. Historicals with queer characters sometimes have me tense until its clear how the character will be received by their loved ones and this book gave Oliver several supportive characters almost right off the bat. This set me at ease and allowed me to relax more into the book and have fun.

I was glad to find this book worth the wait. Happy Reading!