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Hero archetypes
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Synopsis
When sixteen-year-old Ricky Darlin is lured away from problems at home by Peter, who later abandons him on The Island, Captain Hooke and his crew rescue him and enlist his help in capturing Peter so they all can return home.
Is Never After appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This Peter Pan retelling from the perspective of a troubled teen features adventure and pirate action with moderate violence typical of YA fantasy. The story explores themes of abandonment and morally complex characters, including a sympathetic Captain Hook.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include abandonment.
Who'll love this
Teens will enjoy this dark twist on Peter Pan where the classic villain becomes the hero and familiar fairy tale characters are reimagined in surprising ways.