Thank you to NetGalley and INscribe Digital for providing me with a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
Goodreads Synopsis:
When the world doesn't want you to be who you are, you must become more yourself than you knew you could be.
London. 1789. More than anything in the world, Wendy Darling wants to be the captain of a ship, but women aren't allowed in the Royal Navy. When she learns the Home Office is accepting a handful of women into its ranks, she jumps at the chance, joining the fight against the most formidable threat England has ever faced. Magic.
But the secret service isn't exactly what she hoped. Accompanied by a reimagined cast of the original Peter Pan, Wendy soon discovers that her dreams are as far away as ever, that choosing sides isn't as simple as she thought, and that the only man who isn't blinded by her gender might be the worst friend anyone could ask for.
Anyone, that is, except Wendy Darling.
Review:
I found myself really enjoying this book and it’s take on the classic story of Peter Pan. I’ve read a lot of re-tellings in the last few years and found this one to be incredibly original. Whilst it still stuck to some of the basics of the classic children’s story Erin Michelle Sky and Steven Brown made this story completely their own.
I really liked Wendy’s character in this story and how independent she had become. She knew what she wanted, and she would do anything to make sure that all her childhood dreams come true, even if it does go against social norms.
I did feel like the book ended quite abruptly but I don’t know if that was just me? I found myself so engrossed in this book that I didn’t even realise I had reached the end. I was hooked from the first page and I’m so happy that I have the sequel ready and waiting for me to read! Keep an eye out for that review coming soon!
Overall, this was a very enjoyable book which puts a new spin on the classic and is definitely worth reading if you enjoy retellings!
Rating: 4/5 stars
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