Neverland Series by Bailey Black, Bailey B.

Second star to the left and continue until morning.I got that line tattooed on my wrist the day I turned twenty-one. So much symbolism in such a simple sentence. At the time, it was a nod to the future and the infinite possibilities to come, while reminding me to remember the past and to look for magic in the world.Growing up, nothing was ever what it seemed. The shift of leaves on a tree was a faery skipping by. Shooting stars were a chance to make wishes... moreSecond star to the left and continue until morning.I got that line tattooed on my wrist the day I turned twenty-one. So much symbolism in such a simple sentence. At the time, it was a nod to the future and the infinite possibilities to come, while reminding me to remember the past and to look for magic in the world.Growing up, nothing was ever what it seemed. The shift of leaves on a tree was a faery skipping by. Shooting stars were a chance to make wishes. Shadows were souls stuck between this world and the next, mirroring a life they once had.My imagination was limitless, the world a wonderful adventure waiting to unfold.It’s easy to lose that sense of wonder with the weight of life on your shoulders and I wanted a reminder to get me through the hard days.Most importantly, it was an ode to the boy who earned the title of my first crush, even if he was animated. Peter Pan wasn’t a save the damsel kind of prince. He was daring, and selfless, and took care of the ones he loved. He was a friend to all but never afraid to fight the Pirates when their moral compass broke. Wendy was an idiot for leaving him. She rushed home to a heartless world full of men willing to lie through their teeth to get down her pants.But that’s the beauty of a book, the characters are perfectly flawed. Damaged just enough that we still love them. Whereas reality is nothing but empty promises and baggage the size of mountains.The day I got my tattoo I would have given anything to be whisked away into a fairytale. My world was crumbling and all I wanted was to go back to when life was simpler. I didn’t realize I had sealed my fate in ink.Branded myself as one of the Lost.Neverland was everything the stories made it out to be. Beautiful. Full of magic. Filled with handsome men and debonair pirates. But the author of my favorite tale left out one crucial detail.In order to get there, you have to die. less

Ever heard of the story of Peter Pan?It was my favorite growing up.Dazzling adventures. Sword fighting pirates. Fairies. It had everything a young heart could want, including a handsome boy to guide the way.Want to know something cool? Neverland is real. It's beautiful, and magical, and filled with so much more than the novels described.I was stupid. The whole time I was there I wanted to find my way home. Now that I've been brought back, I have to return.Peter is gone.Shadow abandoned me... moreEver heard of the story of Peter Pan?It was my favorite growing up.Dazzling adventures. Sword fighting pirates. Fairies. It had everything a young heart could want, including a handsome boy to guide the way.Want to know something cool? Neverland is real. It's beautiful, and magical, and filled with so much more than the novels described.I was stupid. The whole time I was there I wanted to find my way home. Now that I've been brought back, I have to return.Peter is gone.Shadow abandoned me.The Lost are in danger.And I...I have no clue how to get back to them. less

"Loving a ghost is painful, improbable, and lonely." Peter took me to his world and Pan left me in mine. Now I'll do anything to get back to Neverland, to take back what was stolen from me. But nothing is what it seems. My friends are dying. My enemies expect me to trust them. And my heart... It's more confused than ever. Don't forget to register for your pre-order gift! The Island of the Lost is an adult reimagining of Peter and Wendy... more"Loving a ghost is painful, improbable, and lonely." Peter took me to his world and Pan left me in mine. Now I'll do anything to get back to Neverland, to take back what was stolen from me. But nothing is what it seems. My friends are dying. My enemies expect me to trust them. And my heart... It's more confused than ever. Don't forget to register for your pre-order gift! The Island of the Lost is an adult reimagining of Peter and Wendy. Characters have been aged up for this darker, grittier version. If you like your fairytale retellings with hot, ruthless, morally gray love interests, you’ll enjoy this series. The Island of the Lost is the final book in the main storyline for the Neverland Novels. Please read this series in order, starting with The Lost Darling. Please check the author's website for CWs. less