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A review by readwithchloev
Peter Pan by J.M. Barrie
3.0
read this because 1) I love Peter Pan inspirations/retellings and wanted to familiarise myself with the story behind them all, and 2) in preparation of Jessa Hastings’ upcoming book, Never.
This is v v v v of its time, uncomfortably so. I think all of my love for Peter Pan ultimately comes from my adoration of the 2002 live action film, which I watched from a very young age and still adore. I did not realise how gross some of the language is towards indigenous communities, and also the gender roles and expectations upon women. Cmon Wendy, we are not here to mother someone else’s son. But as I say, VERY of it’s time.
Of course it’s still magical and immersive, and quite dark in places. I listened to the audiobook narrated by Lily Collins - which I didn’t mind considering she’s got an American accent. It felt nice to return to Neverland in some respects, but I have SO much more appreciation for all the retellings I read which are progressive, fun and unproblematic.
This is v v v v of its time, uncomfortably so. I think all of my love for Peter Pan ultimately comes from my adoration of the 2002 live action film, which I watched from a very young age and still adore. I did not realise how gross some of the language is towards indigenous communities, and also the gender roles and expectations upon women. Cmon Wendy, we are not here to mother someone else’s son. But as I say, VERY of it’s time.
Of course it’s still magical and immersive, and quite dark in places. I listened to the audiobook narrated by Lily Collins - which I didn’t mind considering she’s got an American accent. It felt nice to return to Neverland in some respects, but I have SO much more appreciation for all the retellings I read which are progressive, fun and unproblematic.