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paperbacks_and_ponytails's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book and can't wait to get to the sequel. An alternate reality of Peter Pan where he finds himself trapped in London and needs the help of an unsuspecting girl. A girl who's "dust" is worse than her bark trying to find her brother who believes has been kidnapped over 6 years ago. I loved the characters, and the new twist on a classic fairytale.
wellsbluebells's review against another edition
DNF. I tried, I really really tried. The main female character seemed super whiny to me and I just could not get over it. I also was listening to the audiobook and so maybe the reader had something to do with it.
kelty_alexa's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-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? Yes
4.5
tracilynn33's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Pages and pages of woe is me, lies, and nothing happening. I don't read stories about Peter Pan too be depressed. This was so hard to slog through.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, and Kidnapping
meghan23's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
2.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Self harm
Minor: Suicide attempt
booknerd98's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
josiahdegraaf's review against another edition
4.0
I had the privilege to read an early draft of the work earlier this year. The published version is even better. Swanson has a powerful knack of getting into her character's heads and weaves some wonderful deception and tension between them with the various secrets characters are keeping.
(Or at least the one's Peter's keeping. I guess it's mostly Peter. Though I suppose Hook probably has secrets of his own.)
Between some fantastic characters, a riveting conclusion, and a powerful setup for Shadow, I'm looking forward to seeing where this series leads. Excellent depiction of Hook to boot. This is a solid read.
Rating: 4 Stars (Very Good).
(Or at least the one's Peter's keeping. I guess it's mostly Peter. Though I suppose Hook probably has secrets of his own.)
Between some fantastic characters, a riveting conclusion, and a powerful setup for Shadow, I'm looking forward to seeing where this series leads. Excellent depiction of Hook to boot. This is a solid read.
Rating: 4 Stars (Very Good).
2nd2lastunicorn's review against another edition
5.0
A very cute whimsical retelling of Peter Pan!
Claire has always known she was different and after her brother went missing she felt more broken than ever. He claimed he left with Peter Pan, now she has to find him.
Peter is stuck in London. No longer able to fly or trust his Lost Boys he needs to find the girl with magic in her veins to return home. But Neverland is a different place than what people think it is and Peter has to learn to grow up and face his mistakes to heal what has been broken.
Claire has always known she was different and after her brother went missing she felt more broken than ever. He claimed he left with Peter Pan, now she has to find him.
Peter is stuck in London. No longer able to fly or trust his Lost Boys he needs to find the girl with magic in her veins to return home. But Neverland is a different place than what people think it is and Peter has to learn to grow up and face his mistakes to heal what has been broken.
the_bookish_raven's review against another edition
5.0
4.5/5 stars (rounded up to 5)
Claire has spent her whole life wondering what was wrong with her. The only one she was ever comfortable with was her brother Conner, that is, until his disappearance. Claire is the only one still searching for him. Peter Pan is stuck in London. Neverland is not the same as it used to be and he is unable to return without help from a girl who can fly. But the Lost Boys and Hook are after him, making it difficult to survive. When Claire and Peter cross paths, the two decide to work together to accomplish their own goals--but will Peter's secrets tear them apart for good?
I loved this! I'm ashamed to admit that I've never read the original Peter Pan; I've only watched the Disney movie. Even so, I love the story and this re-telling was incredible! The book seemed to move kinda slowly, but it was still entertaining. Peter was probably my favorite character. His struggles with his past and his identity made me want to root for him! Tiger Lily is also such an amazing character and I love her strength and confidence. I have mixed feelings about Claire, but I'll hold off on being too hard on her until I read the next book. This re-telling is unique, original, and dark, but the lessons it teaches are so uplifting and meaningful.
I honestly loved this Peter Pan re-telling! The story is totally clean, so a younger reader should have no issues reading this. I would recommend to readers who like re-tellings, fantasy, or fairytales!
Claire has spent her whole life wondering what was wrong with her. The only one she was ever comfortable with was her brother Conner, that is, until his disappearance. Claire is the only one still searching for him. Peter Pan is stuck in London. Neverland is not the same as it used to be and he is unable to return without help from a girl who can fly. But the Lost Boys and Hook are after him, making it difficult to survive. When Claire and Peter cross paths, the two decide to work together to accomplish their own goals--but will Peter's secrets tear them apart for good?
I loved this! I'm ashamed to admit that I've never read the original Peter Pan; I've only watched the Disney movie. Even so, I love the story and this re-telling was incredible! The book seemed to move kinda slowly, but it was still entertaining. Peter was probably my favorite character. His struggles with his past and his identity made me want to root for him! Tiger Lily is also such an amazing character and I love her strength and confidence. I have mixed feelings about Claire, but I'll hold off on being too hard on her until I read the next book. This re-telling is unique, original, and dark, but the lessons it teaches are so uplifting and meaningful.
I honestly loved this Peter Pan re-telling! The story is totally clean, so a younger reader should have no issues reading this. I would recommend to readers who like re-tellings, fantasy, or fairytales!
kate_98's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
hopeful
mysterious
medium-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? Yes
3.75