Book Synopsis
Wendy Darling is drawn back to Neverland, torn between childhood memories of Peter Pan and the mysterious young man who now stirs her heart.
Wendy Darling has grown into a stunning young woman. Her days are filled with social gatherings and elegant balls, but her nights are alive with memories of fighting pirates, soaring through the skies, and other wild escapades through Neverland with Peter Pan—the boy who never grew up.
When Wendy meets a handsome and mysterious stranger, there’s something about him that feels familiar yet elusive. His eyes sparkle with a mischief that tugs at Wendy’s heartstrings, reminding her of Peter. Intrigued and a bit unnerved, Wendy finds herself inexplicably drawn to this handsome young man and soon finds herself back in Neverland.
Caught between the allure of her past and the promise of the future, Wendy must navigate a perilous new journey, rediscovering the courage and wonder that once defined her youth. As she battles old foes and forges allies with new friends, Wendy is torn between her memories of a boy she once loved and the man who has stolen her heart.
Book Details
- Publisher : Shadow Mountain
- Publication date : July 1, 2025
- Genre:YA Fantasy Romance
- Language : English
- Print length : 272 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1639933875
****I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, NetGalley, book tours, and or authors. A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.***
My Review
Wendy's Ever After is a sequel to Peter Pan, not a simple retelling. Wendy is now a young and lovely woman in society, surrounded by eager suitors. She has no interest in any of them. Instead, she yearns for the thrills of Neverland. At a masked ball one evening, she meets a charming stranger. He captures her heart, yet hides secrets from her. Wendy has no idea this man will lead her back to Peter Pan. Together, they head off for new adventures in Neverland.
This young adult book had me hooked from the start. The plot zipped along without a hitch. It honors the classic story. Still, a shadow now cloaks the once-enchanted island. Wendy spots harsh truths now, through grown-up eyes, not a child's wonder. I was excited as Wendy and Liam became friends, which soon kindled into a romance. Even Peter Pan finds sparks of wisdom, and Captain Hook shows glimmers of this, too.
The ending wrapped up just right. Wendy leaves Neverland this time without deep sorrow. This charming follow-up flies by fast. Young readers and adults alike will love it. Wendy's Ever After lures you back to that timeless spot, travelling by the second star to the right, and flying straight on till morning.
****Meet Author Julie Wright****
Julie Wright (1972-still breathing) was born in Salt Lake City, Utah. She's lived in LA, Boston, and the literal middle of nowhere (don't ask). She wrote her first book when she was fifteen. Since then, she's written twenty-three novels and coauthored three. Julie is a two-time winner of the Whitney award for best romance with her books "Cross My Heart" and "Lies Jane Austen Told Me." The America Library Association listed “Glass Slippers, Ever After, and Me” in their 2020 top ten best romances and "A Captain for Caroline Gray" in their 2021 top ten best romances. Her book "Death Thieves" was a Whitney finalist.
She has one husband, five kids, two grandbabies, one dog, and a varying amount of houseplants (depending on attrition).
She loves writing, reading, traveling, hiking, playing with her kids, and watching her husband make dinner.
She used to speak fluent Swedish, but now speaks only well enough to cuss out her children in public.
She hates mayonnaise.
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