It’s amazing what use a hook can be, the the good Captain proves he has more than one deadly weapon at his disposal. From the secondary characters, like Wendy and Curly and some of the other Lost Boys, and the way the author ties in the original story without it seeming creepy or weird, this is an exceptional book. So yes, it wasn’t just a good story, it was well-written as well.

Peter is all grown up and sensible, with none of the annoying boyish traits of the original book (the crowing, the boasting, the general air of insufferable arrogance.) He has to remember where he came from, and the dynamic between him and Hook, from enemies to lovers, was incredibly well done. With sizzling scenes and Hook being all – dark and intense and Peter submitting to his former adversary’s seductive charm, no word was wasted. Hell, I’m going to get the paperback, it was that good. It’s, like, totally awesome! So awesome I’ve suddenly become an American teenage girl from the 1990’s. I’ve seen people raving about this book, but I usually go for the underdog instead. That’s my man! Hands off! (I was about ten…)Īnyway, back to the present day. I saw him as my protector, and was pretty pissed with Peter when he set the crocodile on him.

And my favourite character in the story? Captain Hook. (I probably owe about £10,000 in fines by now.) It’s my most treasured possession. The book was always my go-to as a child during a turbulent upbringing, and I still have the library book I STOLE from Princes Risborough library. I have a special affinity with Peter Pan. I’m gonna say it… TAKE ME TO CHURCH! You know if I start with that, the book I’m reviewing is super hot.

Far From Neverland by Rylee Hale