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obr's review against another edition
4.0
A surprisingly semi-dark reworking of Peter Pan with a narrative voice that really stood out. Watch out Pan, this Captain Hook's got the balls to take you on without being a terrible cliche... or a man.
No, this Captain Hook is female, half-human, half merfolk and all piratical leader. She's made it her mission to rescue the children Peter steals away to Neverland before he ditches them out of boredom. By ditches, we all know it means kills. Along with her crew of misfits, some former Lost Boys themselves with the magical scars to prove it, they're hunting down Pan's latest catch. But this time it's even more personal for Captain Jayden Hook; Pan's stolen a girl. And girls never get the same treatment as the boys...
Now what I loved was the narration. It's all from Hook's POV, and the educated tone using florid language really worked for me. A few slip ups here and there where modern (or maybe just American-sounding) sland popped up and disrupted the flow (she refers to a source of "intel" at one point - eek!), but otherwise it really gave the good captain a solid tone of voice. None of that modern paranormal heroine routine either - she's a pirate captain and takes responsibilities seriously rather than rushing off to do things that make her Too Stupid To Live(TM).
Another tiny little botheration would be the repetitions and contradictions when she muses about her crew members (she trusts them/she doesn't; they could stand up to her, they're cowards etc). Sometimes I wondered why characters questioned things that, supposedly, the pirates had been doing for years. I couldn't always get a hang of some of the character interactions; with First Mate Starkey, or later speaking to Tinker Belle. And I'll be honest, Buzz was a bit too modern/Americanised for how amazingly well done the rest of the setting was for this kind of light read.
It is light, and it is the first in a series, but wonderfully enough while it does end on a cliffhanger of sorts, it feels like a well-rounded episode rather than a book cut into pieces. It's satisfying while leading on to the next, with plenty of foreshadowing scattered about to make it feel worth your while going forwards (I loves me some good foreshadowing and this has it in spades). No romances, but plenty of hints at things in the past.
A quick and entertaining read with a strong voice - what's more to like? I'm going to have to keep an eye on this series.
No, this Captain Hook is female, half-human, half merfolk and all piratical leader. She's made it her mission to rescue the children Peter steals away to Neverland before he ditches them out of boredom. By ditches, we all know it means kills. Along with her crew of misfits, some former Lost Boys themselves with the magical scars to prove it, they're hunting down Pan's latest catch. But this time it's even more personal for Captain Jayden Hook; Pan's stolen a girl. And girls never get the same treatment as the boys...
Now what I loved was the narration. It's all from Hook's POV, and the educated tone using florid language really worked for me. A few slip ups here and there where modern (or maybe just American-sounding) sland popped up and disrupted the flow (she refers to a source of "intel" at one point - eek!), but otherwise it really gave the good captain a solid tone of voice. None of that modern paranormal heroine routine either - she's a pirate captain and takes responsibilities seriously rather than rushing off to do things that make her Too Stupid To Live(TM).
Another tiny little botheration would be the repetitions and contradictions when she muses about her crew members (she trusts them/she doesn't; they could stand up to her, they're cowards etc). Sometimes I wondered why characters questioned things that, supposedly, the pirates had been doing for years. I couldn't always get a hang of some of the character interactions; with First Mate Starkey, or later speaking to Tinker Belle. And I'll be honest, Buzz was a bit too modern/Americanised for how amazingly well done the rest of the setting was for this kind of light read.
It is light, and it is the first in a series, but wonderfully enough while it does end on a cliffhanger of sorts, it feels like a well-rounded episode rather than a book cut into pieces. It's satisfying while leading on to the next, with plenty of foreshadowing scattered about to make it feel worth your while going forwards (I loves me some good foreshadowing and this has it in spades). No romances, but plenty of hints at things in the past.
A quick and entertaining read with a strong voice - what's more to like? I'm going to have to keep an eye on this series.
breezyjean's review
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
kyroka's review against another edition
A well written, easy read. I found it quick to picture the places and people described and the twist on the “known” story is intriguing, but ultimately not for me.
jordhana's review against another edition
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
heirtotheshadows's review against another edition
3.0
Amazing cover art for sure, but I kept double checking that this was book one of a series. Complex and fraught relationships that would be great if I had any context. Also, we are supposed to hate Pan but why? We’re supposed to be really worried about how he treats the girls he abducts, but again why? Most of my time was spent looking back through previous pages to see if I missed something. Points for originality, cover art, and unique take on Peter Pan, but so much why.
spookystitch8's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
mezmerising's review against another edition
4.0
A different point of view of Peter Pan and Hook. I absolutely loved the flip from and evil hook to a hero hook. Jam packed with adventure I thoroughly enjoyed reading this story.
The author does on occasion jump between a characters name and their nickname and I found this a little confusing at times. However the characters were well developed with the similarities to the original story enhancing these new personalities. Hook is definitely a character I could sympathise with. I can’t wait for more in this series and to see what the author does with this twist on a classic children’s tale.
The author does on occasion jump between a characters name and their nickname and I found this a little confusing at times. However the characters were well developed with the similarities to the original story enhancing these new personalities. Hook is definitely a character I could sympathise with. I can’t wait for more in this series and to see what the author does with this twist on a classic children’s tale.
mezmerising's review against another edition
5.0
Where the first book felt like a retelling of Peter Pan from an all new and adjusted point of view, this book feels like the beginning of a whole new world and story. I absolutely loved this story that was full of action, adventure and new aspects to Hook. She’s a pirate but a woman with a heart that she tries to hide, and often fails. I can’t wait to see what new adventures are in store for my new favourite pirate.
rainac's review against another edition
4.0
An interesting rewrite of the classic tale of Captain Hook and Peter Pan. The hate for both is still there but who each of them really are and what they stand for definitely is not. Captain Hook is Jayden Hook, a woman that was originally brought there by Pan. But what and why Pan brings children is an interesting tale. Expect plenty of adventure as you follow the tale of Captain Hook.
onemassivereader's review against another edition
4.0
Lots of fun
A really cool twisted version of Peter Pan. This version of Captain Hook is wonderful to read. The "truth" about Peter and The Lost Boys is brilliant reading. Can't wait to read the next one.
A really cool twisted version of Peter Pan. This version of Captain Hook is wonderful to read. The "truth" about Peter and The Lost Boys is brilliant reading. Can't wait to read the next one.