These Deathless Shores, the title is so catchy and the fact that it's a Peter Pan retelling had me straight away! The way the author used the world we know and created this whole other way of perceiving was extraordinary.
I can say that I personally had a hard time connecting with the main character, but I feel as though it was meant to be that way. I felt for their struggles and all that they’ve gone through, but that ending had me screaming. I did like all the side characters. When it switched perspective the first time, I was thrown off a bit, but I understand why the multiple POV’s were necessary. I do however have a preference to know that a book is dual or multi POV on the back cover copy, (but that is a me thing and I’m certain others won’t feel that way.)
I also don’t feel that the back cover really tells the story it says it does either. Especially since the first paragraph of the back cover is just a back story that’s intermingled into the story.
The writing is grimdark throughout and is beautifully written. I loved the Southeast Asia (I believe) inspired world setting. It too was exquisite to read. I am certain that the author is a phenomenal writer. Though the story fell a little short for me. I do know others will feel differently and I encourage others who love Peter Pan to pick up this book, but be prepared to be battered.
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