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Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook
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Book Brief
292
Novel • Fiction
Neverland • Fantasy World
2017
Adult
15-18 years
Super Short Summary
Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook by Christina Henry is a dark fantasy retelling of J. M. Barrie’s Peter Pan, told from the perspective of Jamie, one of Peter's original lost boys who eventually becomes Captain Hook. The story portrays Peter as a tyrant and explores the dark and violent events that lead to Jamie's transformation into Hook. The novel contains graphic violence, including violent deaths and severe injuries sustained by children, children's grief, and implied rape and abusive relationships.
Dark
Mysterious
Melancholic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Christina Henry's Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook is widely praised for its dark, imaginative retelling of the Peter Pan tale, exploring themes of friendship and betrayal. The novel's rich character development and emotional depth captivate readers, though some find the pacing uneven. Overall, it's an engaging and fresh perspective on a classic story.
Who Should Read Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook?
Fans of dark retellings and fantasy literature will relish Lost Boy: The True Story of Captain Hook by Christina Henry. Readers who enjoyed Gregory Maguire’s Wicked or Marissa Meyer’s Heartless will be captivated by this gritty reimagining of a classic tale, offering a deeper, often haunting, perspective on Peter Pan's nemesis.
33,608 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Peter
Peter
The primary antagonist of the story. He is the reason the boys come to the island and is initially seen as a friend to Jamie, but his true nature is revealed to be manipulative and cruel.
Charlie
Charlie
The youngest of Peter's boys, recently arrived from the Other Place. He is five years old and has a close bond with Jamie.
Sal (Sally)
Sal (Sally)
A boy brought to the island by Peter who is later revealed to be a girl in disguise. She becomes Jamie's love interest and represents a desire for growth and change.
Nod and Fog
Nod and Fog
Identical twin brothers who are enthusiastic fighters at first. Their relationship and identities evolve after Fog's death.
Nip
Nip
A new boy who envies Jamie's bond with Peter. He is brutal and seeks Peter's favoritism, leading to his attempts to ally with the pirates.
292
Novel • Fiction
Neverland • Fantasy World
2017
Adult
15-18 years
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