Saving Neverland

In Saving Neverland, Martha Pennydrop and her younger brother Scruff discover a drawer full of mysterious gold dust and a window that seems impossible to close, leading them to a magical world called Neverland. They must help Peter Pan, who is back and needs their help to save Neverland from a terrible curse cast by Captain Hook. With the help of the Lost Kids, Martha must rediscover her imagination, magic, and belief to save Scruff and Neverland itself.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

A captivating and enchanting tale, reminiscent of the original Peter Pan, unfolds before our eyes. Catherine Doyle's novel, Number 14 Darlington Road, appears to be a typical townhouse at first glance, but beneath its ordinary facade lies a world of magic waiting to be discovered.

Martha Pennydrop, a ten-year-old girl, yearns to grow up and leave behind her childhood wonders. However, the path to maturity is filled with challenges. It requires her to abandon her imagination, fun, and magic, as these were the very elements that led to the Terrible Day, when something terrible almost happened to her younger brother, Scruff. The blame would have fallen squarely on Martha's shoulders.

But destiny has other plans in store for Martha and Scruff. When they stumble upon a drawer filled with mysterious gold dust and encounter a window that seems impossible to close in their new house, they embark on an extraordinary adventure to the magical world of Neverland.

The Pennydrop's new home once belonged to the Darlings, a family who had visited Neverland in the past. Now, the legendary Peter Pan has returned, and he needs the Darlings' help to break the curse that has been cast upon Neverland by Captain Hook.

Martha, a reluctant adventurer, finds herself swept away to Neverland alongside her excited brother Scruff. They join the Lost Kids, a group of children who have lost their way in Neverland. However, their journey takes a dangerous turn when Scruff is kidnapped.

In a race against time, Martha must tap into her hidden reserves of imagination, magic, and belief. She must rediscover the child within herself and embrace the power of imagination to save her brother and rescue Neverland from the icy grip of Captain Hook's curse.

Saving Neverland is a praiseworthy reimagining of the classic tale. Abi Elphinstone's vivid imagination fills the pages with a kaleidoscope of colors and enticing details, making the story fly like a fairy dust-coated butterfly. This enchanting novel is the perfect bedtime story for children of all ages, transporting them to a world of wonder and adventure.

M.G. Leonard praises Saving Neverland, stating that it soars with joy. Piers Torda also contributes his praise, describing the book as a triumph.

In conclusion, Catherine Doyle's novel Saving Neverland is a magical and enchanting journey that will captivate readers of all ages. With its colorful imagination, captivating characters, and thrilling adventure, this book offers a fresh perspective on the beloved Peter Pan story. It reminds us that even in the face of adulthood, the power of imagination and belief can lead us to extraordinary places and overcome even the most daunting challenges.

Weight: 256g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241473344