I know everyone has eagerly awaited with bated breath my addition to Indigo’s and Sapphire’s Bangable Boys list. If for no other reason than to see how much overlap there truly is between the three of us. (That’s always my favorite part of these. Seeing how three good friends, who do have quite a bit in common can manage to be so different.)
Though I read the 111 Male Characters of British Literature in Order of Bangability, I’m compiling my list from books I’ve read. (Mostly because I am not as well-read as Ms. Frye and had no basis for comparison. Admittedly, I could be doing this wrong.) Although there is still considerable noted overlap between all four lists. One can read only so many British books after all. I also tried to limit my list to one man per book. I wouldn’t imagine a lot of these characters being alright with you sleeping around with their pals and fellow travelers.
So without further ado and fanfare, here is the final installment of the Top Ten Most Bangable Boys in British Literature:
10. Tristan Thorn (Stardust) He’s a bit bumbling and misguided at first, but it’s kind of cute. It’s pretty impressive that he goes into another world for a girl he likes. Despite the fact that aforementioned female is a real piece of work. The nerd in me just loves the nerd in Tristan Thorn. Plus, I have a ridiculously huge crush on Neil Gaiman, the author. I met him once and I completely lost my cool. (Not that there was a lot of cool there to go on anyway, but still.)
9. Flashman (Flashman Papers books & 83) Much like Sherlock Holmes – in fact, modeled after the great detective, but slightly more of a sense of humor and thus appealing to me. Contrariwise, more self-absorbed and less appealing. (Sidenote: Flashman books have amazing notations in them. There is so much history there. If you are a history buff, I recommend them.)
8. Sydney Carton (A Tale of Two Cities & 31) Because what’s a list of British literature without some Dickens thrown in? Carton is my nod to the bad boys of the world, drinking, lazy and cynical. Although he does certainly makes up for it in the end which makes him so very sexy. (Actually, I need to re-read this book as I’ve not read it since sometime in high school. Shall do soon enough.)
7. Colonel Brandon (Sense and Sensibility & 93) He was in the army, and men look ever-so sexy in uniform. He’s been to exotic locales, and I am sure he has excellent stories to tell. True, he is a bit on the old side, but he’s got experience, which can go a long way. I’ve always pictured him as a handsome older English gentleman. He nearly got bumped down my list because he’s so subdued and proper, but I think he could unleash it in the bedroom.
6. Tristan (Le Morte d’Arthur) A great fighter. An even greater lover! He is constant in his love for Isolde, despite pesky inconveniences like a marriage. Arguably the best knight in the whole Arthurian saga. I’ve had a literary crush on him since I wrote a paper on Le Morte back in undergrad. Le sigh!
5. Orlando (As You Like It) I just had to add something from the Bard. Orlando is the epitome of dashing. He’s attractive. He does what is right and just. He can fight. He falls completely in love. Basically, he’s the ultimate chick magnet.
4. Sherlock Holmes ([insert any Holmes story here] & 19) I absolutely love Sherlock Holmes! He’s so analytical and precise. I don’t picture him impassioned so much as just doing the job really really well because he know anatomy and other various techniques. Plus, he’s tall, has a hooked nose (I love hooked noses!) and plays the violin which is super sexy. The only downside really, is that I’d have to call him by his last name since a girl cannot be expected to belt out “Oh Sherlock!” in the throws of passion.
3. Faramir (Lord of the Rings) He fights. He makes good decisions. He stands firm for what is right (even to the point of endangering his life for his father’s ridiculous schemes.) And he likes strong, self-reliant women like Eowyn. Got to love that! (This was the most difficult choice within a book. I admit, I almost wrote down Aragon, and considered Meriadoc, as well. However, the soft charms and yet kick-assery or Faramir won out in the end.)
2. Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy (Pride and Prejudice & 3) Wow! Really, who wouldn’t want to sleep with Mr. Darcy? He’s aahhhh-mazing! The only real reason he’s not number one is I like a little more humor both in the bedroom and in general.
I found making this list waaay more difficult than it probably should have been. I agonized over who to add to my list and the order they should go. I must have had about five drafts of countdowns. But finally, I think I’ve nailed down a number one. I give you the most bangable guy in all* of British literature:
1. Ron Weasley (Harry Potter and …. well, any of them, really. Maybe the last one so he’s older and it’s all legal.) I love a guy that can make me laugh. I laughed at Ron in the books, and if he were not fictitious, I’m sure I would laugh more in real life. He was a Keeper, so I imagine he’d be buff, but not overly so. He’s tall. He must be scrappy from having so many older brothers who probably beat up on him a bit. Also, got to love a ginger! He might not be the smartest, but he is good at casting spells. {SPOILER COMING UP!!!} He became an Auror, which is very kick-ass. He is a loyal friend. Isn’t afraid to admit to his mistakes and shortcomings, and doesn’t mind asking for help and advice (a particular plus in bed.) He’s great!
*All that I have personally read anyway.
Ron?!?! I just assumed George (as that would be my top Potter pick–well, of the Weasleys anyhow) and as I’m reading, I think, “Keeper? No! They’re beaters!!” And then I looked back towards the top and realized I’d just put in my choice instead of actually reading what you wrote. 🙂
And the large photo of Rupert Grint didn’t give away that I meant Ron? 😉
I’m glad you enjoyed the Top Ten posts.
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