In this second book have 17 years passed. Wendy´s husband is not living any longer and her twin daughters are out of her house as they are studying. Now the time has came for Hook to get what he considers as his. He takes Wendy back to Neverland were we see in flashbacks what happened once between them and how both of them handled the hurt and loss of the other. But also once again the hate against Wendy is surfacing and will Tinker Bell and Tiger Lilly win this time or will Peter and Wendy find their happily ever after finally?

In this book the erotical part is high. Not only when we see in flashbacks how the teenagers Wendy and Peter explore their feelings for each other and their bodies but also more the darker side in the current timeline. Peter changed a lot after he lost Wendy and Hook took him over. So his cruelty is shown here and also what he prefers erotically spoken. For me this takes a bit too much of the story.
For me it felt like that there is not too much new storyline as we have all the flashbacks and compared to this only a small part of a new story.
What I liked is that we see how Wendy and Peter hurt during their separation, what they did to keep living and that they talk about it, show their hurt.
For me the end was a bit strange and I would have liked another one but all in all I also liked to read this story.

** I received Losing Neverland as an ARC through NetGalley**

Losing Neverland is a dark romance retelling of Peter Pan. I did enjoy the twists from the original fairy tale that Evelyn Montgomery incorporated in this retelling. Peter was a complex character- taking on the persona of Hook, which was very fun! I enjoyed the flashbacks and the back story to both Peter and Wendy, that added some dark themes to the book. I did feel like the ending happened very quick and I was left a little confused as to what actually happened after the face off with Tinker Bell. Overall, I was a fan of Losing Neverland and would recommend to someone who enjoyed dark romances and Peter Pan retellings!! Evelyn has a good writing technique which made this an easy and enjoyable book to read.

Overall: 7.5/ 10
Spice: 4.3/5

Big thank you to Net Galley for Losing Neverland-

Losing Neverland" captivates readers with its mesmerizing blend of dark romance and poignant storytelling. Set against a backdrop of enchanting Neverland and haunting despair, the novel navigates the complexities of love and loss with remarkable finesse.

The narrative unfolds with an irresistible allure, drawing readers into a world where reality intertwines seamlessly with fantasy. The protagonists' passionate yet tumultuous relationship is portrayed with raw authenticity, evoking a spectrum of emotions from exhilaration to heartbreak.

The novel's exploration of love, sacrifice, and redemption is both profound and thought-provoking, leaving a lasting impression on readers long after the final page is turned. However, while the journey is undeniably captivating, some may find themselves yearning for a more satisfying conclusion. Despite this minor flaw, "Losing Neverland" remains an unforgettable tale that resonates deeply with those who dare to immerse themselves in its enchanting embrace.

And for all of my dark romance girlies- it's got just enough to be a one handed read ;)

I love a Peter PAN retelling, and this one was super unique with the MMC being both Peter and Hook. It was a little disjointed at times, and I was left filling in the gaps. The ending gave LOST finale vibes in the “are they or are they not dead” kinda way. Overall, enjoyable!

I’m a huge sucker for retellings, and this twisty take on Peter Pan had me racing to finish the book! Dual POV, lots of tension, dark romance and plenty of spice! What’s not to love?

Thank you Netgalley for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. I absolutely love retellings especially when they’re from my childhood and made into more adult stories. It’s like my favorite stories get to grow up with me🥹
TW: light mentions of dubcon/noncon, underage sex, graphic violence, strong language, explicit sex scenes, child endangerment, and drug abuse.
Tropes: Enemies to lovers, second chance romance, Touch her and you die, Peter Pan dark romance retelling, both mcs are virgins, multiple Povs.

What I loved: I really loved the mystery of the story, for a lot of it I couldn’t tell why her and Peter hated each other so much and why they’d been separated for 17 years, despite the changes in Wendy and Peter’s POV and the chapters of their younger POVs. The young POVs of them were so sweet and innocent. Pan and his dirty talk was amazing, I just wish there was more of that from when they’re older. The angst kept me on the edge of my seat, and I just kept thinking “how are they gonna fix this and get back together” I was honestly a little worried till towards the end there wasn’t gonna be a HEA, but luckily there is.

What I didn’t: The spicy scenes between them as minors felt like it was a little unnecessary, I feel like I would’ve been more comfortable if instead of going to so much detail it was more a more YA fade to black kind of spice. I also wish that Peter and Wendy would’ve found out who betrayed them and I was honestly a little confused about the ending but hoping Tinkerbells story might explain what I’m missing. I was a little disappointed with the hook and Peter Pan being the same man storyline, I was more so expecting more of a battle like Spider-Man VS venom, but it honestly felt like such a little part of the plot to me.

This was an amazing retelling of an all-time favorite story with a twist!
I enjoyed that the descriptions led your mind to wonder.
A definite must read!

Losing Neverland
By Evelyn Montgomery
First thing first, I have never been a fan of Peter Pan but I have to say that Evelyn Montgomery has turned me into a fan. Just finished 'Losing Neverland' by Evelyn Montgomery, a dark romance that retells Peter Pan like never before! I found this story to be very captivating. While I was reading this story it felt real and I could feel the heartbreak and pain. Evelyn Montgomery is a lovely author. I would highly recommend this book to anyone that wants a slight turn of a classic and loves dark romance. If you're into unique twists on classics, this is a must-read.

❤️ Happy Reading!!! ❤️

“Some people would call you delusional,” her voice holds a bit of sadness. “They would tell you that love’s nothing but an illusion.” - “That’s the best kind of love…”

“Love doesn’t mean you won’t sometimes break the one who stole your heart, Darling. But true love means you’ll stick around to pick up the pieces.”

“My favorite part, Darling, is the best part. The part that begins and ends with us.”

Thanks to NetGalley and Evelyn Montgomery for allowing me to read this in exchange for an honest review.

I was really excited to go into this book because it's a dark romance retelling of Peter Pan (where Peter and Hook are the same person) but this ultimately fell completely flat for me.

We are introduced to Wendy who is in her late 30s/early 40s and Hook who comes to take her back to Neverland. The majority of the book is told through flashbacks 17+ years earlier when the two met and ultimately fell in love. I honestly was left with more questions than answers by the end of this book. There were a handful of times I was reading this book and wondering if I missed a first book in the series.
Spoilers are below so fair warning.

What did Tinkerbell actually want from Peter?
What was the point of John/Smee's betrayal? It was mentioned in passing and then nothing. No reason behind it or what came of it.
Why was Tiger Lily on Tink's side?
What was the actual ending? Did they die or...?
Peter says he was upset with Wendy because another man touched her and she had kids (or something similar) but towards the end of the book, Peter admits he knows the kids were always his --- so why did he get mad if he knew they were his the whole time?
Did their parents not notice when Wendy, John, and Michael went missing for weeks at a time?
Why did Peter wait 17 years?

Overall I liked the idea behind the book, I just felt it could have used a little more explanation within certain areas. The characters needed a little bit more development although Peter was written very well.

2.5 stars rounded up

I enjoyed the way the scenes were described, but I did find that the initial s*x scene between what I understand to be two virgins was very unrealistic. I found it pulled me out of the story and caused me to re-read to clarify what I knew about the characters.

Tinkerbell was also a little problematic for me. I understand that she was the villain, but her obsession with Pan even as he was young/a child clear on through him at the age of 17-ish was a bit bizarre to me, and her character just didn't quite come off finished.

Overall, I did struggle to get past the first third of the story, but after that, I found the flow more consistent and kept up with it. It was a nice retelling, just not quite set up in a way that kept my attention initially.

This book was M A G I C A L. If you're a Disney girly who is a lover of all things romance and smut - this is something you'll want to add to your tbr!
I couldn't put this retelling down - it was so captivating! I'm a lifelong fan of Peter pan and this is no exception.

✧ It's dark, twisted, and steamy to the point where my legs were shaking for Wendy. Hook and Pan being the same man brought intensity to the plot, contrasting with most books I read with one dimensional characters; and the jumping back & forth between timelines was so clean and effortless. It brought so much depth to the story — it was quite the page turner, I was in a constant state of wondering was was going to happen next.

✧ Brittany Montgomery (aka Evelyn Montgomery) is releasing a second edition of Losing Neverland, coming our way this September with no triggers and BONUS content, so if you’re more interested in reading that one, keep your eyes peeled. I can’t wait to read it as well to see the differences, especially the new ending.

A twisty take on the tale of Peter Pan and Wendy. I really enjoyed the way the story unfolded between the past and present and the known characters that popped. Even with the heaviness of the subject matter, it wasn't as dark as I assumed (or wished). The OTT obsession of Pan to Wendy was so good and their tension together was great. The ending kind of feel apart for me, which is a bummer, but overall, very fun read.

A plot that kept changing its mind, and not in a good way. Like many other reviewers, I thought the premise sounded good, but in reality it was very poorly executed.

The characters are shallowly drawn, even for smut. And it seems the author wasn't sure where things were going until they happened. There were plot holes and jumps of logic I found frustrating until I just gave up on things making sense. Characters disappeared halfway through, much like my interest.

And there was one whose identity was supposed to be a surprise, but he was clearly the only one it could be BECAUSE NO ONE ELSE WAS EVER INTRODUCED, so options were limited.

I don't normally complain about book endings, but this one made me upset.

Thank you to NetGalley for my review copy.

This was all spice and minimal plot. I definitely need more to keep my attention. I also found the use of italics to be overbearing. Instead of using for all flashback chapters, could have just indicated with the chapter headings.

I loved this book! The dark romantic aspect is everything!

However it has completely destroyed my favorite Disney film and now I can never look at Peter and Wendy the same again! It is totally worth it though!

Thank you to Net galley for this Arc.

So I have to say, I finished the book about 1 or 2 weeks ago.
I didn't really know what to say to it when I finished it, and I do not know really what to say now.

I think any retelling of Peter Pan is a book I would pick up and read, I do think that Hooked had me more hooked on the book then this one.
Sometimes I really thought she was making it all up, it was hard for me to imagine it as a fantasy book or with fantasy aspects.

I was about half way through and I thought I would DNF it, but I really do not like to do that, so I speed read through the last 40% of the book.

I still always advise you read a book on your own and make up your own mind, I think I should also have wrote this review earlier before most of it left my mind , It had potential and I might even give it a re-read one day

This was a Peter Pan retelling. Dual POV and spicy! It had some twists and a decent plot. I have read Peter Pan retellings the most and I just love them!

As a diehard Disney fan, this book was my childhood all grown up. I loved the old Peter Pan movies (animated and live action) and in my head, a slightly older Jeremy Sumpter is Pan in this book lol. I like the different POVs and timelines, it's a nice way of tying all of the events together and making the storyline flow. I've been quite into smut lately, and this DID NOT DISAPPOINT! Part of me is sad about my favorite childhood characters being bad now, but the drama and twists kept me reading! Thank you NetGalley for this opportunity.

Peterpan retelling. Sexy, duel pov, and spicy. This one has some good twists and was overall very entertaining.

*Ultimately, I did enjoy this book by the end. I did feel frustrated in the beginning because I was confused by the flashbacks that were happening and felt the need to go back to the beginning of chapters and the continuity felt strange to me. I did finish the book, though, and enjoyed the idea of Pan and Hook being the same person and how the change came to be. It was an interesting concept that I feel actually made kind of sense and it was a fun book to read. I think I actually do anticipate the next book since it did end on a cliffhanger and I found myself curious as to how it will end. I received an advanced review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily and honestly.