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The Lost Girl #3
Caging Darling
Shackled by a fae bargain. A prisoner in her own body.
Wendy Darling has been forced to choose Peter for so long, it’s starting to feel like her decision. Between her Mating Mark, now exclusively tied to Peter, and their bargain, she’s no longer sure where the real Wendy ends and the magic begins.
But Peter isn’t the only fae she’s ever made a bargain with. Time is ticking on her agreement with the Nomad—deliver Tink into his possession. But the shadows of Neverland whisper secrets, and once Wendy learns the truth, it might just rip her in two.
Will Captain Nolan Astor come for her? Or did his love die with the Mating Mark Wendy severed?
This is the third installment in The Lost Girl Series, a dark fantasy Peter Pan retelling with winged fae, shadow magic, enemies-to-lovers romance, fated mates, pirates, and a chilling mystery haunting Neverland.
Wendy Darling has been forced to choose Peter for so long, it’s starting to feel like her decision. Between her Mating Mark, now exclusively tied to Peter, and their bargain, she’s no longer sure where the real Wendy ends and the magic begins.
But Peter isn’t the only fae she’s ever made a bargain with. Time is ticking on her agreement with the Nomad—deliver Tink into his possession. But the shadows of Neverland whisper secrets, and once Wendy learns the truth, it might just rip her in two.
Will Captain Nolan Astor come for her? Or did his love die with the Mating Mark Wendy severed?
This is the third installment in The Lost Girl Series, a dark fantasy Peter Pan retelling with winged fae, shadow magic, enemies-to-lovers romance, fated mates, pirates, and a chilling mystery haunting Neverland.
451 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 11, 2025
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April 7, 2025
ARC Reader
This book is my favorite of the three in the series so far. The author writes the struggles of her characters so well that it is difficult to truly hate the villains and loving the heros is wonderfully complicated. I found myself feeling challenged over this series to rethink some of the ways I view myself and others in the world. My soul needed to read this story. I read the first two books in the series in a weekend and even months later I find myself drawn back into thinking about the characters. This third installment is wonderful and made me immediately go order everything else this author has written.
Thank you!
This book is my favorite of the three in the series so far. The author writes the struggles of her characters so well that it is difficult to truly hate the villains and loving the heros is wonderfully complicated. I found myself feeling challenged over this series to rethink some of the ways I view myself and others in the world. My soul needed to read this story. I read the first two books in the series in a weekend and even months later I find myself drawn back into thinking about the characters. This third installment is wonderful and made me immediately go order everything else this author has written.
Thank you!
April 12, 2025
My goodness, this series... where to begin?
First of all, I absolutely love this series! Despite how dark this story is, there's something about this world Taylor has created that I'm so deeply drawn to. The tension, the angst, the deep, all-consuming love...
And there's such a relatable aspect to it as well. The fact that Wendy feels so weak and easily manipulated. That at his core, Peter just wants to be loved. That Astor hates being controlled and resists it at all costs.
There are certainly dark themes in this series, though I would say I found this book the most tragic so far. But it's so beautifully, heartbreakingly tragic... that's one reason I love this series so much -- the writing style is so perfect, poetic in a way, and you feel each character's pain with them. Each one is hurting and it's easy to empathize with each. I found myself crying several times reading this.
I'm going to be devastated for a bit. Each of these books leaves me with a bit of a hangover and a struggle to snap back into the real world. Not that I'm complaining. It certainly speaks to Taylor's writing skills!
And just when I think I know what's coming, there's another twist...
Eagerly awaiting the fourth book, while I linger a little longer here in this one...
⚠️ No cursing
🫑 kissing, closed-door, implied
Multiple dark themes, so be sure to check trigger warnings
Thank you so much, Taylor, for the chance to ARC read again for you!
First of all, I absolutely love this series! Despite how dark this story is, there's something about this world Taylor has created that I'm so deeply drawn to. The tension, the angst, the deep, all-consuming love...
And there's such a relatable aspect to it as well. The fact that Wendy feels so weak and easily manipulated. That at his core, Peter just wants to be loved. That Astor hates being controlled and resists it at all costs.
There are certainly dark themes in this series, though I would say I found this book the most tragic so far. But it's so beautifully, heartbreakingly tragic... that's one reason I love this series so much -- the writing style is so perfect, poetic in a way, and you feel each character's pain with them. Each one is hurting and it's easy to empathize with each. I found myself crying several times reading this.
I'm going to be devastated for a bit. Each of these books leaves me with a bit of a hangover and a struggle to snap back into the real world. Not that I'm complaining. It certainly speaks to Taylor's writing skills!
And just when I think I know what's coming, there's another twist...
Eagerly awaiting the fourth book, while I linger a little longer here in this one...
⚠️ No cursing
🫑 kissing, closed-door, implied
Multiple dark themes, so be sure to check trigger warnings
Thank you so much, Taylor, for the chance to ARC read again for you!
April 7, 2026
Y’all weren’t kidding when you said this was the hardest book to get through. 😭 The first half was devastating. It’s messy and raw, character wise. There’s no cookie-cutter right and wrong (maybe excluding a couple of side characters).
Content warnings from the author:
-suicidal thoughts, domestic violence, addiction, and sexual coercion
-references to suicide, child trafficking, human trafficking, and child abuse
Content warnings from the author:
-suicidal thoughts, domestic violence, addiction, and sexual coercion
-references to suicide, child trafficking, human trafficking, and child abuse
January 10, 2026
Oof- this one was tough. I just wanted so bad for them to catch a break, but nooooooo. So so good. Read it so fast!
This is a dark fairy tale, well done but contains some themes that might be triggering to sensitive readers. No ope. Door scenes or swearing
This is a dark fairy tale, well done but contains some themes that might be triggering to sensitive readers. No ope. Door scenes or swearing
April 13, 2025
Kakva, pre svega, EMOTIVNA vožnja. Svojevremeno me Sally Rooney ovako iscedila sa Normal People. I samo što sam pomislila da neće od mene dobiti 5⭐️, saznajem da će biti i četvrti deo.
Oh well, T.A. Lawrence, take me wherever you want, girl. Već si me odvela u najdublje ponore najmračnijih emocija, šta je još jedna knjiga.
Oh well, T.A. Lawrence, take me wherever you want, girl. Već si me odvela u najdublje ponore najmračnijih emocija, šta je još jedna knjiga.
April 15, 2025
4.5⭐️
At this point, I shouldn't be surprised that the author is going to leave us hanging and plays with our emotions😅But here we are...me not seeing the ending coming and feeling emotionally drained by the end of the book. I knew there would be something drastic happen at the end. I just didn't expect this. I had literal moments I gasped in this book. T.A. Lawrence better write quickly because it is awful having to wait until the next book.
At this point, I shouldn't be surprised that the author is going to leave us hanging and plays with our emotions😅But here we are...me not seeing the ending coming and feeling emotionally drained by the end of the book. I knew there would be something drastic happen at the end. I just didn't expect this. I had literal moments I gasped in this book. T.A. Lawrence better write quickly because it is awful having to wait until the next book.
November 12, 2025
"I’m not asking you to choose me. I love you too much for that. I adore you too thoroughly to ask you to live out the rest of your life with the man who ruined it. No, I won’t ask you, I won’t beg you to do that.”
“But?” I ask.
He looks up at me, his eyes soft for the first time. “But if it came from you. If it was what you, Wendy Darling, wanted, I would steal you away and never let you go.”
I didn’t know a book could make my heart PHYSICALLY ache from the first page to the last.
A few typos, a handful of times I had to reread sentences to understand what was trying to be said. This author isn’t huge but I think she should be. She is a craftsman with words and storytelling (just needs a more thorough editor). I will die telling everyone I know to read this series. It was perfect. The pacing couldn’t have gone better. The miscommunication because of the bargain. The timely dropping of important information that causes the characters (and me) to die inwardly. The reunion and the reveal of the tapestry (IYKYK). Wendy's continuous journey of finding herself, her value, and her voice. It couldn’t have been written better or differently.
Astor has our hearts forever.
“But?” I ask.
He looks up at me, his eyes soft for the first time. “But if it came from you. If it was what you, Wendy Darling, wanted, I would steal you away and never let you go.”
I didn’t know a book could make my heart PHYSICALLY ache from the first page to the last.
A few typos, a handful of times I had to reread sentences to understand what was trying to be said. This author isn’t huge but I think she should be. She is a craftsman with words and storytelling (just needs a more thorough editor). I will die telling everyone I know to read this series. It was perfect. The pacing couldn’t have gone better. The miscommunication because of the bargain. The timely dropping of important information that causes the characters (and me) to die inwardly. The reunion and the reveal of the tapestry (IYKYK). Wendy's continuous journey of finding herself, her value, and her voice. It couldn’t have been written better or differently.
Astor has our hearts forever.
April 16, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 I love the way this author writes. The FMC has always been an obedient girl, trained to be like that, and usually an FMC like that is so unrelatable to me, but not Wendy. With Wendy you can understand why she’s this way, you can see and understand her story and watch as she burns underneath for more. You understand her so well when she says things like: “I just want to be wanted, I just want a win.” She’s not weak she’s tired, she’s been beaten down by everyone and never been given the opportunity to take what she wants.
Love this whole storyline, curious to see how it continues as I did think this was going to be the last book.
All closed door scenes, I was confused at one point about what happened, I think with this book it makes sense to have closed door.
Love this whole storyline, curious to see how it continues as I did think this was going to be the last book.
All closed door scenes, I was confused at one point about what happened, I think with this book it makes sense to have closed door.
February 16, 2026
ME ESTÁ DANDO ALGO
April 4, 2025
Received an ARC for an honest review.
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I…I don’t even know where to begin. My heart is SHATTERED. This story is so well written, I feel for the characters so deeply through their trials. As soon as you feel like you got it figured out, another unexpected twist pops up and changes everything. There are dark themes and I highly recommend checking content warnings prior to reading. Your mental health is important ♥️
🫑closed door romance
🧚♂️Peter Pan, dark fantasy retelling
☠️pirates, winged fae, shadow magic
♥️fated mates
🤍3rd book of The Lost Girl Series (Losing Wendy & Freeing Hook available on KU)
🤍Cliffhanger ending(without driving you crazy)
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I…I don’t even know where to begin. My heart is SHATTERED. This story is so well written, I feel for the characters so deeply through their trials. As soon as you feel like you got it figured out, another unexpected twist pops up and changes everything. There are dark themes and I highly recommend checking content warnings prior to reading. Your mental health is important ♥️
🫑closed door romance
🧚♂️Peter Pan, dark fantasy retelling
☠️pirates, winged fae, shadow magic
♥️fated mates
🤍3rd book of The Lost Girl Series (Losing Wendy & Freeing Hook available on KU)
🤍Cliffhanger ending(without driving you crazy)
April 13, 2025
I’ve been looking forward to the next installment of The Lost Girl series for months!!
I have really enjoyed this series so far, and I cannot wait to see what happens in the fourth book. With that said, as good as this book was, it was so sad for the vast majority of it. It’s literally so heartbreaking seeing how little Wendy valued herself, how cruel Peter was, and how how hopeless several situations looked.
I won’t spoil anything, but things get…kind of better by the end? The end is still kind of vague, but it generated so much interest for me in figuring out what happens in the next book!
I have really enjoyed this series so far, and I cannot wait to see what happens in the fourth book. With that said, as good as this book was, it was so sad for the vast majority of it. It’s literally so heartbreaking seeing how little Wendy valued herself, how cruel Peter was, and how how hopeless several situations looked.
I won’t spoil anything, but things get…kind of better by the end? The end is still kind of vague, but it generated so much interest for me in figuring out what happens in the next book!
May 10, 2025
I love this series so much and can’t wait for the next book to come out 😋
5/5 ⭐️’s
5/5 ⭐️’s
April 17, 2025
I’m in an abusive relationship with these books.
There is something that keeps me coming back to these books. I’m a sucker for a happy ending, but you won’t find that here. What you will find instead is a roller coaster of anger, sadness, and confusion. Then right as you become infuriated, the author will breadcrumb you with warm feelings of love and hope. Unique spins on the regular fantasy we have all become accustomed to coupled with twists you can’t see coming . Is it love? Is it hate? I can’t say for sure. What I can tell you is that by the end I can’t put it down, and I’m always left wanting more. It’s basically a trauma bond.
There is something that keeps me coming back to these books. I’m a sucker for a happy ending, but you won’t find that here. What you will find instead is a roller coaster of anger, sadness, and confusion. Then right as you become infuriated, the author will breadcrumb you with warm feelings of love and hope. Unique spins on the regular fantasy we have all become accustomed to coupled with twists you can’t see coming . Is it love? Is it hate? I can’t say for sure. What I can tell you is that by the end I can’t put it down, and I’m always left wanting more. It’s basically a trauma bond.
April 7, 2025
“I’m getting out of here, and I’ll chase him to the ends of the earth if I have to. Even if it’s to beat on his chest and scream at him for leaving me to rot. Even if it’s to break down and weep into his arms.”
Love cannot even encompass my feelings for this book. It was amazing, it was thrilling, addicting, heartbreaking, and so much more. I devoured this book, I read the whole thing in two sittings; I just could not get enough. The last book almost broke me, so I was incredibly excited when I opened up my email and saw that I had received an ARC for this one. Before I get into my actual review, I just want to say that if you have been loving this series like I have, this book is going to blow you away. It is hands down the best so far, and I cannot accurately express how much I love it. I just aaaarrrrgggghhhh, it was perfection.
A little recap in case you somehow forgot the end of the last book. Wendy told Peter that she was going to leave him, he took this extremely well and called in his bargain, forcing her to “chose him”. Now, Wendy is trapped both physically in Neverland and mentally by having to choose Peter, no matter how much she longs for Astor.
This book starts with a time jump, which I actually liked; we got to bypass a lot of the setup and jump right into the plot, though there are, of course, flashbacks that explain what happened in the time in-between. I don’t want to give too much away, so just know that this book was everything I ever could have wanted and so much more. The plot twists, the character developments, the writing, everything was pure gold. I think my favorite part of this book (besides Astor, cause let’s be honest, he’s the best part of everything 😘) was Wendy’s character arc. She really came into herself in this book, she was strong and even when she thought she wouldn’t be able to survive, she did. I love her and seeing her become this person was amazing, and I can’t wait to see her develop further in the next one.
In conclusion, I am dying and the only cure is the rest of this series- not that I’m being overdramatic or anything 😉. Seriously though, you are going to love this book, so go and read it as soon as you can so we can fangirl and cry together.
“If it was what you, Wendy Darling, wanted, I would steal you away and never let you go.”
(note: Much like the last two books, this one contains dark and sensitive themes such as SA, suicide, self-harm, murder, violence, and more)
Love cannot even encompass my feelings for this book. It was amazing, it was thrilling, addicting, heartbreaking, and so much more. I devoured this book, I read the whole thing in two sittings; I just could not get enough. The last book almost broke me, so I was incredibly excited when I opened up my email and saw that I had received an ARC for this one. Before I get into my actual review, I just want to say that if you have been loving this series like I have, this book is going to blow you away. It is hands down the best so far, and I cannot accurately express how much I love it. I just aaaarrrrgggghhhh, it was perfection.
A little recap in case you somehow forgot the end of the last book. Wendy told Peter that she was going to leave him, he took this extremely well and called in his bargain, forcing her to “chose him”. Now, Wendy is trapped both physically in Neverland and mentally by having to choose Peter, no matter how much she longs for Astor.
This book starts with a time jump, which I actually liked; we got to bypass a lot of the setup and jump right into the plot, though there are, of course, flashbacks that explain what happened in the time in-between. I don’t want to give too much away, so just know that this book was everything I ever could have wanted and so much more. The plot twists, the character developments, the writing, everything was pure gold. I think my favorite part of this book (besides Astor, cause let’s be honest, he’s the best part of everything 😘) was Wendy’s character arc. She really came into herself in this book, she was strong and even when she thought she wouldn’t be able to survive, she did. I love her and seeing her become this person was amazing, and I can’t wait to see her develop further in the next one.
In conclusion, I am dying and the only cure is the rest of this series- not that I’m being overdramatic or anything 😉. Seriously though, you are going to love this book, so go and read it as soon as you can so we can fangirl and cry together.
“If it was what you, Wendy Darling, wanted, I would steal you away and never let you go.”
(note: Much like the last two books, this one contains dark and sensitive themes such as SA, suicide, self-harm, murder, violence, and more)
April 2, 2025
5⭐️ Loved it! A must own book.
Read this if you like a twisty love triangle with all the angst and longing set in the magical world of Neverland.
📖What’s inside:
Hurt/comfort romance ❤️🩹
Love triangle (but the best one ever)
⚠️Trigger warnings
Fated mates
On-page intimacy 🟢
Disability rep ♿️
🪽Winged fae
Shadow magic
Secrets and lies 🤫
✨Vibes: The Minority Report meets Peter Pan
💭Thoughts: you’ll want to devour this book in 24 hours like I did, but don’t. Savor it as much as you can! After the ending of book 2, I was DYING to jump into book 3 so badly that when the author opened up ARC applications, I JUMPED on the chance (and I’ve never requested an ARC before so this is my first one) that being said, I’m not just promoting this book for the sake of reviewing an ARC. I absolutely LOVE this series. In fact, book 2 was on my top ten books of 2024 list. But let’s talk about book 3. Caging Darling is a heart wrencher!!! The LONGING. The ANGST. The HURT! Ohhh your heart will be broken and mended and shattered and restored and then broken all over again!!! It’s a tragic tale, but I’m really trusting the author for that promised HEA because man! These characters have to go through A LOT to get there. I’m blown away by the thoroughly thought out inner struggle that is Wendy’s POV. Her inner dialogue is so believable amidst her suffering, you can’t help but FEEL for her. And it feels real because you’re reading it all from her perspective so it’s like YOU are Wendy. The things she has to deal with and work through….UNG! This book will have you putting it down to take a breath, just to pick it back up because you need to know what happens. The plot is thick, dark and twisty, but SOOOOO good! The romance?!! Omg, you have not read a romance so well tragically twisted than this one. And while there is no spice whatsoever, you’ll find that it’s not needed because the romance is so swoony, you’ll have heart palpitations with the kissing alone. I can’t recommend this series enough, but bear in mind that it is dark. There are themes of murder, self harm, emotional abuse, substance abuse…I mean the list goes on. So be warned, this book is not for the faint of heart. But if you can stomach reading about the dark truths of real life addressed in a fantasy setting, then you’ll be in for a mind blowing ride if you pick up this series. This book will be one that stays with you long after you’ve read the last page.
Read this if you like a twisty love triangle with all the angst and longing set in the magical world of Neverland.
📖What’s inside:
Hurt/comfort romance ❤️🩹
Love triangle (but the best one ever)
⚠️Trigger warnings
Fated mates
On-page intimacy 🟢
Disability rep ♿️
🪽Winged fae
Shadow magic
Secrets and lies 🤫
✨Vibes: The Minority Report meets Peter Pan
💭Thoughts: you’ll want to devour this book in 24 hours like I did, but don’t. Savor it as much as you can! After the ending of book 2, I was DYING to jump into book 3 so badly that when the author opened up ARC applications, I JUMPED on the chance (and I’ve never requested an ARC before so this is my first one) that being said, I’m not just promoting this book for the sake of reviewing an ARC. I absolutely LOVE this series. In fact, book 2 was on my top ten books of 2024 list. But let’s talk about book 3. Caging Darling is a heart wrencher!!! The LONGING. The ANGST. The HURT! Ohhh your heart will be broken and mended and shattered and restored and then broken all over again!!! It’s a tragic tale, but I’m really trusting the author for that promised HEA because man! These characters have to go through A LOT to get there. I’m blown away by the thoroughly thought out inner struggle that is Wendy’s POV. Her inner dialogue is so believable amidst her suffering, you can’t help but FEEL for her. And it feels real because you’re reading it all from her perspective so it’s like YOU are Wendy. The things she has to deal with and work through….UNG! This book will have you putting it down to take a breath, just to pick it back up because you need to know what happens. The plot is thick, dark and twisty, but SOOOOO good! The romance?!! Omg, you have not read a romance so well tragically twisted than this one. And while there is no spice whatsoever, you’ll find that it’s not needed because the romance is so swoony, you’ll have heart palpitations with the kissing alone. I can’t recommend this series enough, but bear in mind that it is dark. There are themes of murder, self harm, emotional abuse, substance abuse…I mean the list goes on. So be warned, this book is not for the faint of heart. But if you can stomach reading about the dark truths of real life addressed in a fantasy setting, then you’ll be in for a mind blowing ride if you pick up this series. This book will be one that stays with you long after you’ve read the last page.
April 5, 2025
This book will take you on such an incredible array of emotions as you slip into the wonderfully tragic journey of Wendy Darling’s ongoing struggle to find ownership over her own life.
The way that T.A. Lawerence can blend such horrific, painful, and despising moments with moments of hope, joy, and excitement is truly astounding to experience as a reader. I’ve never been so invested in wanting to learn more about all the characters within a series, the way she weaves their stories together so intricately as if she’s weaving a tapestry of her own.
Her ability to build out the individual characters creates this connection between the cast in more ways than one can ever imagine. You can experience Wendy’s own shock and horror as she realizes the true intent/desires of those around her with the shocking revelations T.A. Lawrence creates, challenging your allegiance as you learn more about each individual.
After reading the first two books in the series, I knew to anticipate a level of suspense, but I was completely unprepared for the level of shock I encountered when reading Caging Darling. Although I thought I could draw my own conclusions around what surprises this book would hold, I can truly say my jaw was on the floor for majority of it. The world she has created within this series is so deeply complex and rich, you can’t help but get lost in the pages.
It’s almost like chasing your own fairy dust high. Finishing Caging Darling has made me hungry for the next book in the series, feverish to understand what’s next in store for Wendy Darling, and hopeful (although a bit weary) to see her finally get a taste of the freedom she’s been so desperately chasing.
The way that T.A. Lawerence can blend such horrific, painful, and despising moments with moments of hope, joy, and excitement is truly astounding to experience as a reader. I’ve never been so invested in wanting to learn more about all the characters within a series, the way she weaves their stories together so intricately as if she’s weaving a tapestry of her own.
Her ability to build out the individual characters creates this connection between the cast in more ways than one can ever imagine. You can experience Wendy’s own shock and horror as she realizes the true intent/desires of those around her with the shocking revelations T.A. Lawrence creates, challenging your allegiance as you learn more about each individual.
After reading the first two books in the series, I knew to anticipate a level of suspense, but I was completely unprepared for the level of shock I encountered when reading Caging Darling. Although I thought I could draw my own conclusions around what surprises this book would hold, I can truly say my jaw was on the floor for majority of it. The world she has created within this series is so deeply complex and rich, you can’t help but get lost in the pages.
It’s almost like chasing your own fairy dust high. Finishing Caging Darling has made me hungry for the next book in the series, feverish to understand what’s next in store for Wendy Darling, and hopeful (although a bit weary) to see her finally get a taste of the freedom she’s been so desperately chasing.
February 10, 2026
4.5 ⭐️
Wow. After the ending of the second book I honestly didn’t know how this book was going to go but I can honestly say I wasn’t disappointed. This book completely devastated me. This author does such a good job having you tune into the characters emotions and feelings and make you feel exactly what they are feeling.
I love that we get a little more of Tink’s story and the friendship that is developed between her and Wendy is one that I really loved seeing and wished there was more to it.
It was also interesting to see what Peter really does on his missions for the Middle Sister. Gaining these details gave more insight into who Peter is and what makes him the way that he is as well.
Having the impending bargain between Wendy and the Nomad played an interesting role within this book as well. There is a lot left unanswered regarding his character that I am hoping will get answers to eventually.
The ending was absolutely jaw dropping and I’m very anxious to see how all of this is resolved in the next book!
You’ll enjoy this book if you like:
•Peter Pan Retelling
•Dark Fantasy
•Ancient Beings
•Found Family
Wow. After the ending of the second book I honestly didn’t know how this book was going to go but I can honestly say I wasn’t disappointed. This book completely devastated me. This author does such a good job having you tune into the characters emotions and feelings and make you feel exactly what they are feeling.
I love that we get a little more of Tink’s story and the friendship that is developed between her and Wendy is one that I really loved seeing and wished there was more to it.
It was also interesting to see what Peter really does on his missions for the Middle Sister. Gaining these details gave more insight into who Peter is and what makes him the way that he is as well.
Having the impending bargain between Wendy and the Nomad played an interesting role within this book as well. There is a lot left unanswered regarding his character that I am hoping will get answers to eventually.
The ending was absolutely jaw dropping and I’m very anxious to see how all of this is resolved in the next book!
You’ll enjoy this book if you like:
•Peter Pan Retelling
•Dark Fantasy
•Ancient Beings
•Found Family
May 27, 2025
*Chef's kiss*
I have no words, I loved this book so much! I have laughed, I have cried. Give me more pleeease!
I have no words, I loved this book so much! I have laughed, I have cried. Give me more pleeease!
June 4, 2025
I need the next one!!!!
August 23, 2025
I did like the end of the book but the first half was a bit slow. Curious towards book 4 that is yet to be released.
October 16, 2025
I read this one the fastest of the 3 so far- it was still gripping and full of surprising plot twists I was not expecting. As we get deeper into this story, it feels heavier and darker. If you want a dark romantacy, this series is for you.
December 3, 2025
slow too start
but still one of my favorite serie
can't wait to read book 4
ASTOR MY LOVE
but still one of my favorite serie
can't wait to read book 4
ASTOR MY LOVE
April 11, 2025
4.5/5⭐️
This is the 3rd book in the Lost Girl series, a dark, clean Peter Pan retelling. This books throws you right back into this world. You can feel the tension, the banter, the heartbreak. This story has you hopeful for love and then crying into your pillow. Warning: if you start this book/series, be prepared to not be able to put it down!
Cannot wait for the 4th one!
This is the 3rd book in the Lost Girl series, a dark, clean Peter Pan retelling. This books throws you right back into this world. You can feel the tension, the banter, the heartbreak. This story has you hopeful for love and then crying into your pillow. Warning: if you start this book/series, be prepared to not be able to put it down!
Cannot wait for the 4th one!
April 4, 2025
ARC
this was such a beautiful book. so unexpected but so good. wendy is such a strong character and astor plays the tortured lover perfectly.
spoiler: i actually can’t wait to learn more about the nomad and tinks relationship - i think it’s got potential to be beautiful.
thank you for the ARC!
this was such a beautiful book. so unexpected but so good. wendy is such a strong character and astor plays the tortured lover perfectly.
spoiler: i actually can’t wait to learn more about the nomad and tinks relationship - i think it’s got potential to be beautiful.
thank you for the ARC!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 27, 2025
3.75 ⭐️ “It’s time for Wendy Darling to wake up.”
I want to like this series so much. I finally care about Wendy. But I still can’t fully buy the fated love story this book is selling. I complained at the end of the last one that the slow-burn romance had nowhere left to go, and that doesn’t get resolved here whatsoever. Why does Wendy forgive Astor so easily? He didn’t just lie. He tried to murder her. He starts to redeem himself in the latter half of the book, but Wendy had already decided she was in love with him. Her would-be killer. And now that Astor knows he could have had a good life with Iaso AND Wendy, helping them both achieve “their dreams” (i.e., make babies), NOW he is all in on his love for Wendy Darling. Am I supposed to root for him? Am I supposed to cheer when Wendy kisses him at last? I’m gonna need way more convincing than Wendy, the unreliable protagonist, seems to need.
Sure, Astor has some green flags. He’s big on consent and choice and independence. But he still was planning to KILL HER to resurrect his dead wife. That’s a deal-breaker, and requires a lot more than sad convos with a trauma ghost to overcome. I think the only reason readers can be expected to ship Astor and Wendy is because Astor isn’t Peter.
Because surprise, Peter sucks. Big time. We knew this, but in this episode, we get 99 more reasons to hate him. Peter takes Wendy’s choices away, denies her independence (thus, poor John), and lessens her in all the ways. He’s selfish. Even with the curse broken, he lacks compassion. Astor doesn’t do any of those things, of course, but that doesn’t change the fact that Wendy is still being fought over like a dog toy between two traumatized fae males with terrible judgment.
Tink shines and her deal with the Nomad is concerning. I needed 150% more time with Charlie.
The Fates drive me crazy. Is the message to resist fate? To give into it? To spit in her face?
Where is Victor, though? Because at this point, he��s still the best option of them all. Mind you, what happened to the Lost Boys?
Also, the author’s religious vibes are so weird to me. We open with a proclamation about the book being “closed-door” apparently like “all of” the author’s books (which is an odd thing to proclaim, since it makes this seem like a moral choice rather than a narrative one—and the latter would be sufficient, as there are zero interludes so far I’d even want to see described). The preface concedes that the book contains “sexual coercion,” which is putting it so freaking mildly. Then, as always, the plot is driven by the selling/owning of women’s and children’s bodies, and Wendy struggling to untangle her experiences with sex and love. As is usual in the series, the occurrence and meaning of sexual acts is centralized, so with three books filled with heavy rape/SA themes in a “romance,” the “reassurance” that the book is closed door seems to wildly miss the point. And, when it’s all said and done, to be invited to a Bible newsletter about the “blessed peace of Christ” at the end? What are we doing. I don’t care if an author loves Jesus. But if you’re gonna bookend your rapey fantasy with Jesus vibes, it’s gonna raise some questions. (Maybe THAT explains why Wendy is so quick to forgive everyone who betrays her?)
I wish I knew how many books were planned so I can decide whether to read one more to finish it off, or to call it quits here.
I want to like this series so much. I finally care about Wendy. But I still can’t fully buy the fated love story this book is selling. I complained at the end of the last one that the slow-burn romance had nowhere left to go, and that doesn’t get resolved here whatsoever. Why does Wendy forgive Astor so easily? He didn’t just lie. He tried to murder her. He starts to redeem himself in the latter half of the book, but Wendy had already decided she was in love with him. Her would-be killer. And now that Astor knows he could have had a good life with Iaso AND Wendy, helping them both achieve “their dreams” (i.e., make babies), NOW he is all in on his love for Wendy Darling. Am I supposed to root for him? Am I supposed to cheer when Wendy kisses him at last? I’m gonna need way more convincing than Wendy, the unreliable protagonist, seems to need.
Sure, Astor has some green flags. He’s big on consent and choice and independence. But he still was planning to KILL HER to resurrect his dead wife. That’s a deal-breaker, and requires a lot more than sad convos with a trauma ghost to overcome. I think the only reason readers can be expected to ship Astor and Wendy is because Astor isn’t Peter.
Because surprise, Peter sucks. Big time. We knew this, but in this episode, we get 99 more reasons to hate him. Peter takes Wendy’s choices away, denies her independence (thus, poor John), and lessens her in all the ways. He’s selfish. Even with the curse broken, he lacks compassion. Astor doesn’t do any of those things, of course, but that doesn’t change the fact that Wendy is still being fought over like a dog toy between two traumatized fae males with terrible judgment.
Tink shines and her deal with the Nomad is concerning. I needed 150% more time with Charlie.
The Fates drive me crazy. Is the message to resist fate? To give into it? To spit in her face?
Where is Victor, though? Because at this point, he��s still the best option of them all. Mind you, what happened to the Lost Boys?
Also, the author’s religious vibes are so weird to me. We open with a proclamation about the book being “closed-door” apparently like “all of” the author’s books (which is an odd thing to proclaim, since it makes this seem like a moral choice rather than a narrative one—and the latter would be sufficient, as there are zero interludes so far I’d even want to see described). The preface concedes that the book contains “sexual coercion,” which is putting it so freaking mildly. Then, as always, the plot is driven by the selling/owning of women’s and children’s bodies, and Wendy struggling to untangle her experiences with sex and love. As is usual in the series, the occurrence and meaning of sexual acts is centralized, so with three books filled with heavy rape/SA themes in a “romance,” the “reassurance” that the book is closed door seems to wildly miss the point. And, when it’s all said and done, to be invited to a Bible newsletter about the “blessed peace of Christ” at the end? What are we doing. I don’t care if an author loves Jesus. But if you’re gonna bookend your rapey fantasy with Jesus vibes, it’s gonna raise some questions. (Maybe THAT explains why Wendy is so quick to forgive everyone who betrays her?)
I wish I knew how many books were planned so I can decide whether to read one more to finish it off, or to call it quits here.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 5, 2025
I fear I was foolish in thinking we would have this series wrapped up with a pretty bow, happiness and relief for all. I’m not mad it ended on a cliffhanger, I love these characters far too much to give them up just yet but maaaaaan, what a cliffhanger we left with? I won’t be one of these people asking for the next one right. Now. But you know….gimme. I appreciate that we didn’t gloss over the hard truth that is grief, especially a sibling? I’d be inconsolable and we faced this with Wendy. This was far more story line building than romance forward but that’s okay, we’re going to get our ending I think.
Here’s my fave quote that made me cry a little though
“Thank you for saving me, Darling,” he says. “I didn’t remember what happiness was until you.”
Oh Astor 😩❤️
Here’s my fave quote that made me cry a little though
“Thank you for saving me, Darling,” he says. “I didn’t remember what happiness was until you.”
Oh Astor 😩❤️
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 24, 2025
I received a ARC for this book and I’m so thankful to have been a part of this release. Wow. Just wow…. again. That how I summed up my last review (Freeing Hook) and I can’t help but do the same here.
The third book in this series was so heartbreaking in so many ways but there was always that sense of hope. I couldn’t put the book down. I needed more. The development of all characters was beautiful and so sad in so many ways. I’m hoping to see them develop more in the next book. The way the MC continues to grow and be strong even with all the obstacles and past traumas is what makes some dark themes bearable to read and makes me want to know more. I’ve fallen in love with so many characters and loved seeing the love with some of the side characters and the MC. The suspense and mystery of some characters is driving me nuts but I’m sure all questions will be answered soon. So many times reading the book that I held my breath and was on the edge of my seat.
There are so many details in this big story but TA Lawrence does such a good job of making sure you’re not lost in how it all connects and comes together. There are dark themes in this book but I was already aware since book 1 and 2 have similar themes. I’m not sure how I’m going to get through waiting for the next book!
The third book in this series was so heartbreaking in so many ways but there was always that sense of hope. I couldn’t put the book down. I needed more. The development of all characters was beautiful and so sad in so many ways. I’m hoping to see them develop more in the next book. The way the MC continues to grow and be strong even with all the obstacles and past traumas is what makes some dark themes bearable to read and makes me want to know more. I’ve fallen in love with so many characters and loved seeing the love with some of the side characters and the MC. The suspense and mystery of some characters is driving me nuts but I’m sure all questions will be answered soon. So many times reading the book that I held my breath and was on the edge of my seat.
There are so many details in this big story but TA Lawrence does such a good job of making sure you’re not lost in how it all connects and comes together. There are dark themes in this book but I was already aware since book 1 and 2 have similar themes. I’m not sure how I’m going to get through waiting for the next book!
April 7, 2025
ARC Review:
Please read through the trigger warnings as this is a clean, but dark, fantasy. There are very heavy topics and situations that are not suited for all readers.
That being said, I cannot get enough of this series! Caging Darling is the third book in the series so if you have not already done, so please read book one and two before starting. This book, and the series as well, has taken so many twists and turns and I am here for all of it! Just when you think you have it figured out, here comes another surprise. It has been such a pleasure to read.. I have cried, I have cheered, I have experienced all of the emotional roller coaster with these characters.
TA Lawrence has done a phenomenal job writing these and I look so forward to the ending, which I believe will be another two books within the series. I’m hoping for a happy ending but honestly couldn’t get off this roller coaster ride even if I wanted to at this point. This book does end in a cliffhanger, but in a good way for the moment, if you have not done yourself the favor of reading these series, please start now. Another job well done!
Please read through the trigger warnings as this is a clean, but dark, fantasy. There are very heavy topics and situations that are not suited for all readers.
That being said, I cannot get enough of this series! Caging Darling is the third book in the series so if you have not already done, so please read book one and two before starting. This book, and the series as well, has taken so many twists and turns and I am here for all of it! Just when you think you have it figured out, here comes another surprise. It has been such a pleasure to read.. I have cried, I have cheered, I have experienced all of the emotional roller coaster with these characters.
TA Lawrence has done a phenomenal job writing these and I look so forward to the ending, which I believe will be another two books within the series. I’m hoping for a happy ending but honestly couldn’t get off this roller coaster ride even if I wanted to at this point. This book does end in a cliffhanger, but in a good way for the moment, if you have not done yourself the favor of reading these series, please start now. Another job well done!
September 3, 2025
I have read everything in this series and now I have to wait for more?!
Pure torture.
This book has it all (please read as Stefan from SNL):
Gaslighting, high stakes bargains, winds that whisper secrets, longing, pining, crying, hiding… forest hotties, city hotties, sailing hotties. It. Has. Everything.
Pure torture.
This book has it all (please read as Stefan from SNL):
Gaslighting, high stakes bargains, winds that whisper secrets, longing, pining, crying, hiding… forest hotties, city hotties, sailing hotties. It. Has. Everything.
April 16, 2026
Where to even start this one!? This whole series is a wild ride and each book is Incredible in its own right and it's so hard not to give spoilers! While this one was amazing it was also probably the saddest and darkest one yet. Wendy is trapped in pretty much every possible way, she has been betrayed, abandoned, has lost almost everyone, and now her own will. I feel like this one could be considered her villain era, though she is most definitely a victim. She tends to lean into the darkness a little more and has pretty much given up which is heartbreaking to see. But there is always light in the darkness, even if it takes a while to see it.
Again this book is full of amazing world building, expanding more with each book. I think my favorite part of this series is how deep, complicated and layered everything is. There is always so much happening but it still flows well, nothing is rushed or skimmed over, and with each book I get to see more of the world and learn more about the characters and their pasts. There is a ton of lore, tons of characters who all have their own roles in the story, their own personalities and pasts, and yet they are all interwoven beautifully. Everything is fleshed out and detailed, nothing leaves me questioning and feeling like something is missing. The only thing that does that is the amazing yet cruel cliffhangers, and I'm not about to complain about that! And The Plot Twists!! There is always so many of them and they are sure to shock and surprise!
Sadly the romance did take a step back in this one but what there was, was PERFECTION! Finally got a kiss guys! This series is slow-burn to the max and I am here for it. The tension, the yearning, the growth, the healing it is all *chef's kiss* I can't get enough! I am so sad it's almost over but also very excited to see the conclusion.
Also this one spans a pretty big amount of time which was interesting. Especially because in the beginning it was like a countdown but showed a bit of the future and then went backwards and made its way back to where it started, for me it added a lot to the story and kept things fresh and unique. I think this one started off a little slower, focusing on Wendy and what she was dealing with and then the action picked up and everything happened quickly. But not slow as in boring okay? Don't ever think that of these, none of them suffer from second book syndrome that's for sure. Each one only gets better and better and has lots of surprises in store.
Last point i'll make because I can't say much else without spoiling, I loved the ending! It was looking rough and things were not going well, but the way it all wrapped up was incredible! This one has a smaller less drastic cliffhanger then the previous ones but still leaves you wondering how they're gonna get out of the next predicament.
Content: Closed door/kisses only on page, No swearing, Death/Murder (Briefly described wounds or means of death), Drugging, S3xual Coercion, Imprisonment through magical bonds, PTSD, Death of loved ones, Mentions of suicide/suicidal thoughts, Past SA, Innuendos, Dark Themes.
Again this book is full of amazing world building, expanding more with each book. I think my favorite part of this series is how deep, complicated and layered everything is. There is always so much happening but it still flows well, nothing is rushed or skimmed over, and with each book I get to see more of the world and learn more about the characters and their pasts. There is a ton of lore, tons of characters who all have their own roles in the story, their own personalities and pasts, and yet they are all interwoven beautifully. Everything is fleshed out and detailed, nothing leaves me questioning and feeling like something is missing. The only thing that does that is the amazing yet cruel cliffhangers, and I'm not about to complain about that! And The Plot Twists!! There is always so many of them and they are sure to shock and surprise!
Sadly the romance did take a step back in this one but what there was, was PERFECTION! Finally got a kiss guys! This series is slow-burn to the max and I am here for it. The tension, the yearning, the growth, the healing it is all *chef's kiss* I can't get enough! I am so sad it's almost over but also very excited to see the conclusion.
Also this one spans a pretty big amount of time which was interesting. Especially because in the beginning it was like a countdown but showed a bit of the future and then went backwards and made its way back to where it started, for me it added a lot to the story and kept things fresh and unique. I think this one started off a little slower, focusing on Wendy and what she was dealing with and then the action picked up and everything happened quickly. But not slow as in boring okay? Don't ever think that of these, none of them suffer from second book syndrome that's for sure. Each one only gets better and better and has lots of surprises in store.
Last point i'll make because I can't say much else without spoiling, I loved the ending! It was looking rough and things were not going well, but the way it all wrapped up was incredible! This one has a smaller less drastic cliffhanger then the previous ones but still leaves you wondering how they're gonna get out of the next predicament.
Content: Closed door/kisses only on page, No swearing, Death/Murder (Briefly described wounds or means of death), Drugging, S3xual Coercion, Imprisonment through magical bonds, PTSD, Death of loved ones, Mentions of suicide/suicidal thoughts, Past SA, Innuendos, Dark Themes.
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