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melissasbookshelf's review against another edition
3.0
Another Pan is a creative retelling of the classic. All of the players are there (Wendy, John, the Lost Boys, etc.), but set in modern times. The twist is that Peter is in search of the bones of five mummies that if brought together will make him immortal. This is the second book involving the Marlowe High School. In this story, Egyptian artifacts from the British Museum are headed to the school. Prof. Darling is an expert in Egyptology and is overseeing the exhibit. When the Book of Gates, an ancient Egyptian book arrives in the collection, the Darling children discover that it opens a portal into the underworld. Wendy who falls hard for the handsome Peter and her genius brother decide to help Peter locate the bones of the five mummies, but they have to battle Lady Death herself at every turn.
It took some time to get into, and some of the book was a little repetitive, but I enjoyed this creative retelling and am looking forward to the next book in the series.
It took some time to get into, and some of the book was a little repetitive, but I enjoyed this creative retelling and am looking forward to the next book in the series.
neveth's review against another edition
4.0
A fairly decent take on Peter Pan, with Egyptian stuff thrown in, because that seems to be big this year.
tiffym's review against another edition
4.0
As much as I was let down by the misconception this would be a retelling of Peter Pan, it still managed to peak my interest and give me a great adventure. Frankly, this book's only relation to Peter Pan is the usage of names, but it blended these characters with Egyptian mythology. That's an odd combination, and that's exactly why I liked it. This YA novel is one-dimensional with its characters, but I got hooked as I was trying to solve mysteries and puzzles. For 400 pages, it's a really quick read and a good book for the youthful side of the reader. But don't expect anything more than that.
romanthiccreader's review against another edition
This was cute. But also an early aughts fever dream that I couldn't handle this year. And the second in a series that I didn't read the first book in, and am not convinced it would have helped me...
saviinvhetin's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I liked the Egyptology parts of this a lot, and it was fun to try and match the characters to their Peter Pan counterparts
The worldbuilding was pretty great and continues to be my favorite part
The characters are as per usual kind of annoying, though they had their likeable moments
For some reason I thought more characters than Connor and Vileroy would be showing up from the first one
The worldbuilding was pretty great and continues to be my favorite part
The characters are as per usual kind of annoying, though they had their likeable moments
For some reason I thought more characters than Connor and Vileroy would be showing up from the first one
laurachernikoff's review against another edition
5.0
Fans of the classic tale of the boy-who-never-grew-up will find this take on the Peter Pan story delightful. The premise is complex: Wendy and John Darling, students at a posh New York boarding school, meet Peter, the new RA, and end up on his quest to find the truth in five Egyptian myths. However, everything is pulled together perfectly, thanks to the skillful writing by Daniel and Dina Nayeri. I proves to be a creative, daring, and exciting read, subtly using elements from Peter Pan to create a story that's unique and a real page-turner.
etinney's review against another edition
2.0
Definitely was not what I expected. I was not impressed with this book. I thought the first one was a lot better. The beginning was kinda intriguing, and the last 20 pages were really good (everyone finally came to their senses). I also liked the random allusions to the original Peter Pan. (Barrie auditorium) My favorite parts of the book were the five legends. They were kinda interesting to read. The first book in the series was definitely a lot better.
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Peter Pan + Egypt = story? I understand that he is looking for cure to aging, but why make up a whole Egyptian story for it? Yes, that's the Dark Lady is from Egypt, and she is chasing Peter... Why? The book does not explain that clearly.
- .5 Connor and Tina
Were these characters REALLY essential to the story? They just created a stupid subplot that distracted the reader. I mean Connor sounds like a great boyfriend (stupid Wendy). Well, I can just take him for myself... Which brings me to my next point...
- 1.5 Everyone is an idiot.
Wendy = gives up good boyfriend for selfish manchild.
John = trusts stupid people
Mr. Darling = blind as a... newborn puppy. (bats are not technically blind) see? I'm not an idiot.
Peter = dumb quest
Simon = just an idiot in general
I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys getting frustrated.
Overall: 2 out of 5 (that might be a little harsh but whatever)
Cover: Alludes to original Peter Pan, but all I can think is... Peter is totally Edward Cullen! And one of her "tracts of land" is a lot smaller than the other. (10 Erin points if you got that reference) This cover is stupid.
- 1 Random:
Peter Pan + Egypt = story? I understand that he is looking for cure to aging, but why make up a whole Egyptian story for it? Yes, that's the Dark Lady is from Egypt, and she is chasing Peter... Why? The book does not explain that clearly.
- .5 Connor and Tina
Were these characters REALLY essential to the story? They just created a stupid subplot that distracted the reader. I mean Connor sounds like a great boyfriend (stupid Wendy). Well, I can just take him for myself... Which brings me to my next point...
- 1.5 Everyone is an idiot.
Wendy = gives up good boyfriend for selfish manchild.
John = trusts stupid people
Mr. Darling = blind as a... newborn puppy. (bats are not technically blind) see? I'm not an idiot.
Peter = dumb quest
Simon = just an idiot in general
I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys getting frustrated.
Overall: 2 out of 5 (that might be a little harsh but whatever)
Cover: Alludes to original Peter Pan, but all I can think is... Peter is totally Edward Cullen! And one of her "tracts of land" is a lot smaller than the other. (10 Erin points if you got that reference) This cover is stupid.
melissasbookshelf's review against another edition
3.0
Another Pan is a creative retelling of the classic. All of the players are there (Wendy, John, the Lost Boys, etc.), but set in modern times. The twist is that Peter is in search of the bones of five mummies that if brought together will make him immortal. This is the second book involving the Marlowe High School. In this story, Egyptian artifacts from the British Museum are headed to the school. Prof. Darling is an expert in Egyptology and is overseeing the exhibit. When the Book of Gates, an ancient Egyptian book arrives in the collection, the Darling children discover that it opens a portal into the underworld. Wendy who falls hard for the handsome Peter and her genius brother decide to help Peter locate the bones of the five mummies, but they have to battle Lady Death herself at every turn.
It took some time to get into, and some of the book was a little repetitive, but I enjoyed this creative retelling and am looking forward to the next book in the series.
It took some time to get into, and some of the book was a little repetitive, but I enjoyed this creative retelling and am looking forward to the next book in the series.
stollhofen's review against another edition
4.0
I adore fairy tale retellings. They're so magical and reminiscent of childhoods long forgotten. I loved Peter Pan as inspiration rather than a direct retelling. Throw in Egyptian mythology and some readers might shy away thinking the Nayeris are trying to shove too much into one book. Instead it's such a creative explanation for Peter's immortality and gave the original Peter Pan so much more depth. How they incorporated Tina as Tinkerbell, the Lost Boys, happy thoughts, and Peter's shadow were brilliant!
I have one small complaint. I would've liked more prose or emotional reflection to describe Wendy and Peter's relationship. Since the characters weren't "cookie-cutter" stereotypical there needed to be more development, maybe using flashbacks, to establish everyone's motives and perspectives. For example, I didn't really understand why Wendy was attracted to so many terrible men and some sort of hint from her past would've helped a bit.
Another Pan is a companion novel to Another Faust. While it isn't necessary to read Faust first I would definitely recommend it. They work wonderfully together as sequential plots. I love that both of them are technically standalones. There needs to be so many more standalone fantasies and paranormals in YA lit.
I have one small complaint. I would've liked more prose or emotional reflection to describe Wendy and Peter's relationship. Since the characters weren't "cookie-cutter" stereotypical there needed to be more development, maybe using flashbacks, to establish everyone's motives and perspectives. For example, I didn't really understand why Wendy was attracted to so many terrible men and some sort of hint from her past would've helped a bit.
Another Pan is a companion novel to Another Faust. While it isn't necessary to read Faust first I would definitely recommend it. They work wonderfully together as sequential plots. I love that both of them are technically standalones. There needs to be so many more standalone fantasies and paranormals in YA lit.