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mermaidmaity's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
readwithchloev's review against another edition
3.0
read this because 1) I love Peter Pan inspirations/retellings and wanted to familiarise myself with the story behind them all, and 2) in preparation of Jessa Hastings’ upcoming book, Never.
This is v v v v of its time, uncomfortably so. I think all of my love for Peter Pan ultimately comes from my adoration of the 2002 live action film, which I watched from a very young age and still adore. I did not realise how gross some of the language is towards indigenous communities, and also the gender roles and expectations upon women. Cmon Wendy, we are not here to mother someone else’s son. But as I say, VERY of it’s time.
Of course it’s still magical and immersive, and quite dark in places. I listened to the audiobook narrated by Lily Collins - which I didn’t mind considering she’s got an American accent. It felt nice to return to Neverland in some respects, but I have SO much more appreciation for all the retellings I read which are progressive, fun and unproblematic.
This is v v v v of its time, uncomfortably so. I think all of my love for Peter Pan ultimately comes from my adoration of the 2002 live action film, which I watched from a very young age and still adore. I did not realise how gross some of the language is towards indigenous communities, and also the gender roles and expectations upon women. Cmon Wendy, we are not here to mother someone else’s son. But as I say, VERY of it’s time.
Of course it’s still magical and immersive, and quite dark in places. I listened to the audiobook narrated by Lily Collins - which I didn’t mind considering she’s got an American accent. It felt nice to return to Neverland in some respects, but I have SO much more appreciation for all the retellings I read which are progressive, fun and unproblematic.
paigehf's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
2.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cultural appropriation, Misogyny, Colonisation, Xenophobia, Sexism, Racism, and Racial slurs
Moderate: Classism, Murder, Violence, and Death
Minor: Death of parent and Animal cruelty
z0el0u_'s review against another edition
3.0
Magical story with so many extra details that the films miss.
A family favourite, easy and smiley read.
A family favourite, easy and smiley read.
cluttered_mind's review against another edition
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
jmariecapdem's review against another edition
4.0
Ah, splendid!
Peter Pan is a children's classic about the neverending dreams of a child in their imaginary worlds with the pirates, mermaids, fairies. Wendy, her brothers John and Michael, and Wendy's daughter's daughters, the magic of a child's imagination won't end, flying to the Neverland. Peter, the main protagonist on the other hand, didn't want to grow up, for he always longed the care of a mother.
When I was a child when I always draw my own world on a paper with all the things I wanted to be in it, and coloring it. Yet I never dreamed of not growing up, instead, I've always dreamed for my loved ones to live longer. Selfish, I know, but it really hurts to lose someone, something, or a living thing so close to your heart.
Good thing though, Peter has used it to his advantage to just enjoy the young times and forget, therefore he moves on.
Peter Pan is a children's classic about the neverending dreams of a child in their imaginary worlds with the pirates, mermaids, fairies. Wendy, her brothers John and Michael, and Wendy's daughter's daughters, the magic of a child's imagination won't end, flying to the Neverland. Peter, the main protagonist on the other hand, didn't want to grow up, for he always longed the care of a mother.
When I was a child when I always draw my own world on a paper with all the things I wanted to be in it, and coloring it. Yet I never dreamed of not growing up, instead, I've always dreamed for my loved ones to live longer. Selfish, I know, but it really hurts to lose someone, something, or a living thing so close to your heart.
Good thing though, Peter has used it to his advantage to just enjoy the young times and forget, therefore he moves on.
soph1768's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
zo_em_ve's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0