Books like alias hook

Its not a retelling as such, but an extension of the original from a different point of view. Rahul is a tv addict who cant get enough of twisted, gaspinducing shows like the handmaids tale and black mirror. Peter pan is one of my all time favorite books, so why exactly wouldnt i like this book. The wicked pirate captain is flung overboard, caught in the jaws of the monster crocodile who drags him down to a wate. As hook begins to see that she may be the only one able to break the. With its mishmash of confused feelings about death, domesticity, female sexuality, and male aggression, the tale of the boy who refuses to grow up retains its hold on our imaginations, no. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases deals. Barries tale, alias hook takes the traditional story of peter pan and turns it on its head. Broos campbell, author of peter wicked a captivating blend of fantasy, adventure, and historical fiction, alias hook is a fresh, utterly convincing reinterpretation of.

Alias books east is a curated, general used bookstore located in the heart of atwater village. I actually put it down about 3 times before i even forced myself to read it again. The wicked pirate captain is flung overboard, caught in the jaws of the monster crocodile who drags him down to a. Its my fate to be trapped here forever, in a nightmare of childhood fancy, with that infernal. Nov 11, 2018 welcome to my neverland see more ideas about neverland, james hook and peter pan disney. In my experience, starting a new book is kind of like going on a first date and sometimes, its vastly more satisfying. The start was a little slow, the wording more like that of the time of captain hook than the present. All of our paper waste is recycled within the uk and turned into corrugated cardboard. July 9, 2014 doingdewey fantasy, fiction, historical fiction, retelling 22. See the complete alias series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. The chapters in the beginning of the book alternate between lives of captain hook in. Its dark and mysterious, and the character of hook is a complex one. Find books like alias hook from the worlds largest community of readers.

Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1, 2, or 3 months. What are some other books that have really interesting and complex relationships between characters, share insight into the human condition, have a sweet pay off in the end, and arent super hard to get through. Alias hook seems like the story of peter pan told by tim burton. Read alias hook a novel by lisa jensen available from rakuten kobo.

This she readsapproved book subscription box will keep you reading all yearlong. The wicked pirate captain is flung overboard, caught in the jaws of the monster c. We just finished alias grace and really enjoyed it. Lisa jensen, alias hook 2014 within its technicolor victorian exterior, peter pan surely embodies one of the most bizarre legends of childhood ever created. Now jensen the witch from the sea, 2001 has made him an 18thcentury privateer whose exile to neverland is the result of crossing the wrong voodoo lady. Alias hook, the latest book by author lisa jensen, is a retelling of the classic peter pan story with, you guessed it, the nefarious captain hook as the main character. With some books or dates, you know immediately that theyre just. Welcome to the page for the books of lisa jensen, author of historical fiction, and literary and.

Sep 27, 2018 today, new interpretations of fictional pirates like captain hook inspire new works, while lessknown reallife figures like grace omalley and jean laffite are being newly studied. Today, new interpretations of fictional pirates like captain hook inspire new works, while lessknown reallife figures like grace omalley and jean laffite are being newly studied. Anna jones just wants to finish college and figure out her life. Books like alias grace by margaret atwood suggested reading margaret atwood this study guide consists of approximately 43 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of alias grace. To ask other readers questions about alias hook, please sign up. May 05, 2015 the paperback of lisa jensens alias hook is on sale today.

When it happens, its a rush, a little like falling in love. The paperback of lisa jensens alias hook is on sale today. We carry a wide selection of used and out of print titles with an emphasis on literature, film and the arts. Before he was sent to neverland by a curse, benjamin.

Alias hook by lisa jensen is a beautifully and romantically written adult fairy tale. Alias hook is a character driven piece of literary fiction. Welcome to the page for the books of lisa jensen, author of historical fiction, and literary and historical fantasy. From the story to the writing style, you cant help but fall under the spell and crave a happily ever after for hook. This retelling explores the story of captain hook, a man who becomes trapped inside neverland and is subjected to peter. Alias hook snowbooks fantasy originals by jensen lisa. Our stock is carefully handpicked maintaining high standards in both book selection and condition. This is meant for adults and the language can get colorful, but it also offered a unique perspective casting hook and his crew in a whole new light. What she reads if she loves once upon a time she reads. If you like alias grace you might like similar books the blind assassin, the robber bride, cats eye, the testaments, the handmaids tale, margaret atwood. Alias hook is told from hooks point of view and presents a thoughtful and beguiling look at the rogue gentleman and how he came to be known as the infamous captain hook.

While there are battles with pan, and hook is a fearsome pirate, there is less action than one would think. Booktopia alias hook by lisa jensen, 9781250067791. With a slight nod to wicked, veteran film critic lisa jensen trades oz for the neverland and reimagines one of great britains most beloved classics of childrens literature in her sparkling new novel, alias hook thomas dunne books. The alias book series by multiple authors includes books shadowed, alias. When i read the blurb for alias hook, i thought now theres a book i want to read. Hulu has been on a roll lately with its original shows, delivering one hit after the other. Classic pirate books a general history of the pyrates by daniel defoe.

Books like alias grace by margaret atwood suggested reading. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. If you want to sell your book and i know you do, you need to have a phenomenal book hook. Published july 8th 2014 by thomas dunne books first published may 1st 20. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Alias hook is a 2014 novel by lisa jensen that uses captain james benjamin hook as the protagonist. According to agentquery, the book hook is a concise, onesentence tagline for your book. Apr 11, 2017 alias hook by lisa jensen for fans of. Alias hook feels at once like a lush historical, yet elements of fantasy are breathed into the pages. Goodreads members who liked alias grace also liked. Here are a selection of pirate books for pirate fans of all ages. If you love mature fairy tale retellings and all things peter pan then make it a swashbuckling summer and tuck alias hook in your beach bag. The writing is simply wonderful from the way that it flowed to the vivid details of neverland. There is large amount of introspection and if you are looking for a simple actionadventure this isnt it.

Trapped in a curse where he must play the antagonist role, he meets a grown woman who has defied the rules of neverland. I was held spellbound by this story, and did not want it to end. Handpicked readalikes for almost 4000 books and 3000 authors based on the books story, character, setting and language. The infamous pirate of neverland is so misunderstood that playwrights and authors cant resist trying to explain him. This retelling explores the story of captain hook, a man who becomes trapped. Captain james benjamin hook is not the villain everyone thinks he is. Alias hook ebook by lisa jensen 9781466839717 rakuten kobo. Jun 02, 2014 alias hook is a character driven piece of literary fiction. It was like watching once upon a time and seeing hook and emma finally get together. Next year we have a book coming out which is going to knock your socks off. The hook those critical initial sentences of a query letter from an author, or the opening of the book proposal itself are the first and most important words that agents and acquiring editors read hooks that capture and delight us. I guess i was expecting something more along the lines of tiger lily with this novel a retelling of the story from hooks point of view, perhaps. Nov 12, 2015 in my experience, starting a new book is kind of like going on a first date and sometimes, its vastly more satisfying.

Opening with a scene of carnage, akin to nothing like we know from j. With stellas knowledge of folk and fairy tales, she might be hooks last chance for redemption and release if they can break his curse before pan and his warrior boys hunt her down and drag hook back to their neverending game. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. May 04, 2017 alias hook by lisa jensen is a beautifully and romantically written adult fairy tale. This book is a twist on the peter pan story featuring the pov of that infamous villain captain hook. Find books like alias grace from the worlds largest community of readers. Its 1843, and grace marks has been convicted for her involvement in the vicious murders of her employer and his housekeeper and mistress. The wicked pirate captain is flung overboard, caught in the jaws of the monster crocodile who drags him down to a watery grave. I had first thought this was a ya novel, however, it becomes very apparent within the first chapter that this is an adult story. This was a truly delightful story, with the setting and emotional impact amped up into something awesome for a perfect, adult fairy tale.

The hook those critical initial sentences of a query letter from an author, or the opening of the book proposal itself are the first and most important words that agents and acquiring editors read. Jul 10, 2014 when i read the blurb for alias hook, i thought now theres a book i want to read. I have to admit that before i even started the book, hook already had me on his side for one reason the 2003 peter pan movie. Alias hook by lisa jensen meet your next favorite book. A captivating blend of fantasy, adventure, and historical fiction, alias hook is a fresh, utterly convincing reinterpretation of the peter pan story. Jan 17, 2010 i cant help smiling when i read a good hook. July 9, 2014 doingdewey fantasy, fiction, historical fiction, retelling 22 title. Five reasons to grab your earbuds and listen to alias hook 1. Alias hook snowbooks fantasy originals by jensen lisa for. Lisa jensen takes a classic villain and transforms him into someone we care about and root for all the way to the emotionally stirring end. Top 10 gritty shows like the handmaids tale thatll.