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Moira
Moira's depressing life is interrupted when mysterious tree weirdos attempt to murder her before an ancient jerk named Rafe intervenes to save her life.
Oddly attractive (but totally irritating) Rafe eventually makes it his mission to prepare her for any future attacks, claiming that his brother is bent on capturing dear, sweet Moira and using her for unnameable purposes.
Happily, Moira's life becomes slightly less boring with the rigorous training from Rafe, but she still finds herself struggling to make friends and pay her bills. Keeping boyfriends and eating boiled lizards in the pink salt wilderness is a lot of work when you're also being told a maniac in space wants to eat your liver and gouge out your eyes. As a result, she is almost always agitated and hitting things (mostly Rafe). Surely, you can see that she is under a great deal of stress.
Will she survive the transition to adulthood and responsibility?
She's got a pretty bad attitude, so probably not.
Oddly attractive (but totally irritating) Rafe eventually makes it his mission to prepare her for any future attacks, claiming that his brother is bent on capturing dear, sweet Moira and using her for unnameable purposes.
Happily, Moira's life becomes slightly less boring with the rigorous training from Rafe, but she still finds herself struggling to make friends and pay her bills. Keeping boyfriends and eating boiled lizards in the pink salt wilderness is a lot of work when you're also being told a maniac in space wants to eat your liver and gouge out your eyes. As a result, she is almost always agitated and hitting things (mostly Rafe). Surely, you can see that she is under a great deal of stress.
Will she survive the transition to adulthood and responsibility?
She's got a pretty bad attitude, so probably not.
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Published December 1, 2019
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Nix Damon
2 books24 followersNix has a BA in Creative Writing that she's never used, including now. She avoids most social media, but you can spectate on Instagram at @thenixdamon. She can be skittish, so don't make any sudden movements.
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July 12, 2021
MOIRA is a very unique Peter Pan retelling, unlike anything I’ve ever read. And I will say, normally I don’t read books with some of the content in this (which is mentioned later), but somehow it is within context and doesn’t stand out over the intriguing prose. Nix Damon writes a gritty, yet beautifully vivid world of fantasy/SciFi with rugged, imperfect, and fully detailed characters. Her talent is incredible. You can definitely see bits of her personality in her writing style, which includes humour, heart, and the embrace of the uncommon. The main character, Moira, is a tough, no-nonsense type with a foul mouth. She’s been hurt, she’s been left alone by those dearest to her. In that, she journals to help with all the loss. She’s an enigma finding out where she belongs in the Universe only to discover she isn’t just some heap of junk to be discarded. She has qualities that are discovered when she encounters an incredibly egotistical wolf-man named Rafe with all the sass and cockiness reminiscent of Peter Pan, who tells her where she really comes from. Raaaaafe! You all, he’s something else. Dripping with appeal in all the right ways. I will always need more Moira and Rafe romance. The push and pull, sexual tension was killer. These two definitely propel this book’s plot. I found myself missing Rafe and his banter with Moira when he was absent. He teaches her to fight, traverse the stars, they encounter a sinister/evil pirate named Ravage (boo! he’s literally the worst), they join the other lost boys and girls. What a wild ride! This book kept me turning pages, especially because I honestly didn’t know what would happen next. You can be certain this isn’t a predictable story. Hats off, Nix!
I had hoped the ending wouldn’t have felt so hurried/quick, but that’s probably because I wanted more of everything! This is book one. I am interested to read what book two will hold. Full disclosure about the content in MOIRA: it’s for adults. There’s profanity. Sexual scenes. Violence. Rape is mentioned, for those who might be triggered.
I agree with many here that this has a Jessica Jones meets Jupiter Ascending type of vibe.
I had hoped the ending wouldn’t have felt so hurried/quick, but that’s probably because I wanted more of everything! This is book one. I am interested to read what book two will hold. Full disclosure about the content in MOIRA: it’s for adults. There’s profanity. Sexual scenes. Violence. Rape is mentioned, for those who might be triggered.
I agree with many here that this has a Jessica Jones meets Jupiter Ascending type of vibe.
April 4, 2020
I just finished this gem and highly recommend for anyone looking for something a little different.
It’s an adult Peter Pan inspired tale with humor, grit, adventure, and loads of imagination. I’m talkin’ zombie like mermaids, a Captain Hook like villain that makes the storybook version look like a squishy teddy bear, and a Neverland like star, that is personified and has a will of her own.
And then there’s Moira. She’s nothing like Wendy and has a story that's uniquely hers. Abandoned and angry, we meet a sarcastic teen who doesn’t give a crap. She’s being hunted by space creatures, one of whom turns out to be friendly. Rafe is not phased by Moira’s grittiness and is a key part of her journey to finding out who she is and where she’s from.
Nix has self rated this book 18+ for language and sexual content. I didn’t think either were too gratuitous, but this is not a tale for kids.
Excited to read more from the magical mind of Nix Damon!
It’s an adult Peter Pan inspired tale with humor, grit, adventure, and loads of imagination. I’m talkin’ zombie like mermaids, a Captain Hook like villain that makes the storybook version look like a squishy teddy bear, and a Neverland like star, that is personified and has a will of her own.
And then there’s Moira. She’s nothing like Wendy and has a story that's uniquely hers. Abandoned and angry, we meet a sarcastic teen who doesn’t give a crap. She’s being hunted by space creatures, one of whom turns out to be friendly. Rafe is not phased by Moira’s grittiness and is a key part of her journey to finding out who she is and where she’s from.
Nix has self rated this book 18+ for language and sexual content. I didn’t think either were too gratuitous, but this is not a tale for kids.
Excited to read more from the magical mind of Nix Damon!
January 28, 2020
Technically, this book is brilliant. Wildly imagined and vividly written, it is filled with characters both fierce and feral. For those who don’t know, this book was loosely inspired (emphasis on loosely) by Peter Pan. But this is not the Peter Pan of childhood. That version is sweet, innocent...sanitized. This one is not. The Lost Boys (and Girls) are reminiscent of the school boys gone wild in Lord of the Flies, and Damon’s version of Neverland is like being dropped in a fantastical yet dangerous realm hovering between dream and nightmare. Entertaining, enthralling, but not for the faint of heart.
Note: This book is NA, not YA due to language, violence and sexual references/situations.
Note: This book is NA, not YA due to language, violence and sexual references/situations.
May 15, 2020
I loved everything about this book: the characters (Moira is hilarious and Rafe is PERFECTION), the (Anti-)world-building, the wonderful blend of sci-fi and fantasy (star magic!!), and the writing style.
The story follows Moira, just an average girl who gets in fist fights and gets suspended from school and has only one friend, who is a tree (Verdi!!!). One day, she’s almost murdered by some assassins, and then she’s chased down by a wolf who turns out to be RAFE, aka the sexiest, most tattooed and ringed and bejeweled ray of sunshine to ever exist. She finds out he’s from another Anti-World (kinda like another dimension) and can fly and glow and travel through space with star dust.
Moira and Rafe’s banter is so entertaining, and I loved the way their relationship progressed throughout the book. I won’t say much more, as to avoid spoilers, but if you’re looking for a fun sci-fi/fantasy adventure that has hints of a Peter Pan retelling, then you must read this book. I’ll definitely be thinking about it until the next book comes out!
The story follows Moira, just an average girl who gets in fist fights and gets suspended from school and has only one friend, who is a tree (Verdi!!!). One day, she’s almost murdered by some assassins, and then she’s chased down by a wolf who turns out to be RAFE, aka the sexiest, most tattooed and ringed and bejeweled ray of sunshine to ever exist. She finds out he’s from another Anti-World (kinda like another dimension) and can fly and glow and travel through space with star dust.
Moira and Rafe’s banter is so entertaining, and I loved the way their relationship progressed throughout the book. I won’t say much more, as to avoid spoilers, but if you’re looking for a fun sci-fi/fantasy adventure that has hints of a Peter Pan retelling, then you must read this book. I’ll definitely be thinking about it until the next book comes out!
December 4, 2019
This book is so refreshing and fun! The Spotify songs for each chapter give the book an exciting mood and soundtrack. The development and growth of Moira’s character is on point and I basically want to marry Rafe. This book is worth your time and you will NOT regret this read!
March 24, 2021
Moira is 3/4ths magic, 1/4th science.
Broken, gritty, awesome, and otherworldly. Both the book and Moira herself are these things. Moira finds herself alone, broken, angry, and super annoyed by some supernatural man with a deadly scar who can turn into a wolf at will. She lashes out and journals about it, and when Rafe, said supernatural man, shows up intermittently from diverse places in the universe, he both bothers her and gets her hot and bothered. It's a pain.
Rafe is a know-it-all and can-do-it-all who is testing the edges of his commission to protect Moira from his evil brother, Ravage. Normally he delivers other beings across the Anti-Worlds, but this time he's acting as a guide, helping Moira train to survive intergalactic assassins and uncover the mysteries of her past. He's hot, good at everything, arrogant, and extremely sacrificial but only in the biggest ways.
This world, or Anti-World, is intense and awesome. We're talking cyborg pirates and shape-shifting ghosts and underground vistas and ridiculous monsters... plus all the lore with the stars. It's very unique and engaging! I want moreeeee!
Also, Damon's writing is so entertaining to read, observant and poignant and creative at every turn. It's not fair that I, a fellow author, am subjected to my own shortcomings in basically every sentence written in this book. I'd ask for my money back, but Nix gave her profits to charity because the world doesn't deserve her. (And I would never ask for my money back, I OWN THIS MASTERPIECE.)
It should be noted that Moira has a bit of a sailor's mouth. It feels natural. There's also some steaminess. I liked how it was done. I would have loved for the adventure to pick up sooner, but I was so busy enjoying the writing that it didn't matter.
I love it fully, I have hugged the book, and I will do that again. A solidly worthy read!
Broken, gritty, awesome, and otherworldly. Both the book and Moira herself are these things. Moira finds herself alone, broken, angry, and super annoyed by some supernatural man with a deadly scar who can turn into a wolf at will. She lashes out and journals about it, and when Rafe, said supernatural man, shows up intermittently from diverse places in the universe, he both bothers her and gets her hot and bothered. It's a pain.
Rafe is a know-it-all and can-do-it-all who is testing the edges of his commission to protect Moira from his evil brother, Ravage. Normally he delivers other beings across the Anti-Worlds, but this time he's acting as a guide, helping Moira train to survive intergalactic assassins and uncover the mysteries of her past. He's hot, good at everything, arrogant, and extremely sacrificial but only in the biggest ways.
This world, or Anti-World, is intense and awesome. We're talking cyborg pirates and shape-shifting ghosts and underground vistas and ridiculous monsters... plus all the lore with the stars. It's very unique and engaging! I want moreeeee!
Also, Damon's writing is so entertaining to read, observant and poignant and creative at every turn. It's not fair that I, a fellow author, am subjected to my own shortcomings in basically every sentence written in this book. I'd ask for my money back, but Nix gave her profits to charity because the world doesn't deserve her. (And I would never ask for my money back, I OWN THIS MASTERPIECE.)
It should be noted that Moira has a bit of a sailor's mouth. It feels natural. There's also some steaminess. I liked how it was done. I would have loved for the adventure to pick up sooner, but I was so busy enjoying the writing that it didn't matter.
I love it fully, I have hugged the book, and I will do that again. A solidly worthy read!
June 8, 2020
A very interesting take on the “peter pan” story. With space.
Moira was likeable for all the reasons she was unlikeable - it made her real and human-ish. Rafe was just as interesting yet annoying at times. Their connection was utterly sweet. You could see the Peter/Wendy idea. And with Ravage, the Hook. It was all subtle but not so that you couldn’t pick up on it.
The plot itself took a little while to get into because of establishing factors - though it wasn’t slow or draggy. I will also say a few things mentioned were never properly explained (or if they were, they were confusing) and didn’t have a true conclusion where maybe they should have because, while this is a book 1, some things I felt needed addressing here. Also, towards the end, a few moments felt rushed as if the author was trying to tie the story up quickly.
Overall, it was delightful and full of humour. And I’m waiting on that book two! I have questions! (Plus more Rafe soo...)
Moira was likeable for all the reasons she was unlikeable - it made her real and human-ish. Rafe was just as interesting yet annoying at times. Their connection was utterly sweet. You could see the Peter/Wendy idea. And with Ravage, the Hook. It was all subtle but not so that you couldn’t pick up on it.
The plot itself took a little while to get into because of establishing factors - though it wasn’t slow or draggy. I will also say a few things mentioned were never properly explained (or if they were, they were confusing) and didn’t have a true conclusion where maybe they should have because, while this is a book 1, some things I felt needed addressing here. Also, towards the end, a few moments felt rushed as if the author was trying to tie the story up quickly.
Overall, it was delightful and full of humour. And I’m waiting on that book two! I have questions! (Plus more Rafe soo...)
June 9, 2021
This was an adventure that I'm sad is over. Gritty, imaginative, and deep at the perfect moments. The characters were riveting and the description of the places made me feel like I was there. I want more. Now, it's not possibly going to be for everyone, if language and fantasy isn't your thing, but I thought it unique and a new concept I honestly haven't read before. Bravo Nix Damon.
December 24, 2019
This was a great book! I can't wait until the next one comes out. There is a lot going on but I flew through the pages. Want to know more about Rafe's background? He's part star how does that work? There is definitely a romantic connection that keeps you interested even if you dont typically like fantasy type books.
April 27, 2020
I bought this thinking it was going to be a young adult novel and let me tell you it was breath of fresh air that it wasn’t!
When we meet Moria she starts off bemoaning how she’s treated by society, but doesn’t take any steps to lighten her plight, like the immature, high school, skank that she is. That is until things start going down hill and she spends most of her time with a “not” werewolf named Rafe, from an alternate worlds what humanity vaguely knows about, who has been spending the last hundred years in the last second of his life. He’s there to protect her from his brother who wants her for nefarious deeds.
Moira ends up growing up a bit as tome goes on, and reserves herself around others, but she lets loose when Rafe is around. He’s like her drop dead Fred, or more appropriately Rafe is Moira’s Peter Pan, and for some reason I imagine Rafe being David Bowie. There’s also a secret that’s revealed to Moira, but I don’t want to spoil it for you. But let’s say that this isn’t fantasy at all, it’s scifi as all hell. Important distinction. Towards the end some other real cool stuff happens that while a bit unexpected, fits with story like a glove, but you’ll have to read it to find out.
As far as writing, there is a complete lack of brevity here, and a lot of you could learn to do that, and I’d be happy. Chapters have more of a purpose than just to get you to the next one. You get to sit, read, and experience the moment with the characters instead of being brushed through with the plot.
The author doesn’t glance over anything and we’re shown in detail all the nit and grit. I throughly enjoy this diction, and this is another book that even if I hated the story, reading the whole thing would still have been a treat just because of how poet the word smithing was.
The only real problem I had with this is that the characters call Coke “pop.”
It’s coke.
It’s ALL coke.
I’m gate keeping this one.
Mountain Dew and 7Up are both called Coke.
The only exception is Dr Pepper, or if I’m feeling generous I might let you skip with “soda.”
Read this book!
When we meet Moria she starts off bemoaning how she’s treated by society, but doesn’t take any steps to lighten her plight, like the immature, high school, skank that she is. That is until things start going down hill and she spends most of her time with a “not” werewolf named Rafe, from an alternate worlds what humanity vaguely knows about, who has been spending the last hundred years in the last second of his life. He’s there to protect her from his brother who wants her for nefarious deeds.
Moira ends up growing up a bit as tome goes on, and reserves herself around others, but she lets loose when Rafe is around. He’s like her drop dead Fred, or more appropriately Rafe is Moira’s Peter Pan, and for some reason I imagine Rafe being David Bowie. There’s also a secret that’s revealed to Moira, but I don’t want to spoil it for you. But let’s say that this isn’t fantasy at all, it’s scifi as all hell. Important distinction. Towards the end some other real cool stuff happens that while a bit unexpected, fits with story like a glove, but you’ll have to read it to find out.
As far as writing, there is a complete lack of brevity here, and a lot of you could learn to do that, and I’d be happy. Chapters have more of a purpose than just to get you to the next one. You get to sit, read, and experience the moment with the characters instead of being brushed through with the plot.
The author doesn’t glance over anything and we’re shown in detail all the nit and grit. I throughly enjoy this diction, and this is another book that even if I hated the story, reading the whole thing would still have been a treat just because of how poet the word smithing was.
The only real problem I had with this is that the characters call Coke “pop.”
It’s coke.
It’s ALL coke.
I’m gate keeping this one.
Mountain Dew and 7Up are both called Coke.
The only exception is Dr Pepper, or if I’m feeling generous I might let you skip with “soda.”
Read this book!
March 18, 2020
4.5 stars for this beauty!!
I was completely blown away by the creativity of this story! The worlds and the characters are incredibly imaginative, yet believable.
One of my favorite side characters, introduced later in the book, were the ground faeries. Little creatures constantly keeping mouths and actions in check, made me chuckle. They are just one of the many beautiful and fantastical creatures that made me fall in love with this book!
I really enjoyed both of the main characters, Moira and Rafe. Rafe was full of mystery and I loved how he carried his strength and fighting skills with both swagger and at times even humor. He keeps Moira and the reader guessing throughout about who and what he is and then drops surprises and truth bombs in seemingly indifferent and nonchalant ways. Though, in reality, he's far from indifferent and nonchalant, making him a deep, lovable and fantastic character!
I connected to Moira immediately, her struggles to keep up normal appearances, when she felt anything but normal, as well as the push she felt that drove her to do things she didn't want to do. The best part of her character was her development throughout this book. Her experiences, both from her past and with Rafe help her to change her self-destructive ways and take responsibility for her actions. And there's the fact that her inner monologue and I could be besties! :D I laughed out loud more than once.
Overall the plot was very original and the story was addicting! The only reason this book didn't get 5 stars was, for me, there were a few confusing plot points and sometimes I didn't have a clear picture of what was happening. None of that would deter me from highly recommending this book, though. It's a fantastic debut and I'm anxious for the next book!!!
I was completely blown away by the creativity of this story! The worlds and the characters are incredibly imaginative, yet believable.
One of my favorite side characters, introduced later in the book, were the ground faeries. Little creatures constantly keeping mouths and actions in check, made me chuckle. They are just one of the many beautiful and fantastical creatures that made me fall in love with this book!
I really enjoyed both of the main characters, Moira and Rafe. Rafe was full of mystery and I loved how he carried his strength and fighting skills with both swagger and at times even humor. He keeps Moira and the reader guessing throughout about who and what he is and then drops surprises and truth bombs in seemingly indifferent and nonchalant ways. Though, in reality, he's far from indifferent and nonchalant, making him a deep, lovable and fantastic character!
I connected to Moira immediately, her struggles to keep up normal appearances, when she felt anything but normal, as well as the push she felt that drove her to do things she didn't want to do. The best part of her character was her development throughout this book. Her experiences, both from her past and with Rafe help her to change her self-destructive ways and take responsibility for her actions. And there's the fact that her inner monologue and I could be besties! :D I laughed out loud more than once.
Overall the plot was very original and the story was addicting! The only reason this book didn't get 5 stars was, for me, there were a few confusing plot points and sometimes I didn't have a clear picture of what was happening. None of that would deter me from highly recommending this book, though. It's a fantastic debut and I'm anxious for the next book!!!
April 4, 2020
Jessica Jones meets Jupiter Ascending
Nix Damon’s Moira is a unique book - it reads breezy like the Aeolus wind and at the same time it’s melancholy and angry and full of longing and dark in a Jessica Jones kind of way. When Moira’s aunt leaves her on her 18th birthday and a Wolf drags her into a tree, she runs. I thought for sure this was going to be a Red Riding Hood retelling. Especially since the Wolf seemed to adopt her after she outran him. Boy, was I wrong. Healing herself, picking fights to counter bullying, the girl with naturally pink hair who can control the winds was an enigma until the very end. I’m not going to spoil the read for you, but I loved the Greek mythology interwoven with sci-fi, star-tales akin to those in Stardust and Barrie’s Neverland except with Lost Girls, not boys. I don’t know if homage to Douglas Adams was intentional in the antiworld 42 reference, but it struck a familiar chord, good stories always do. Moira referring to her diaries as brains and places she hid them was quirky and fun as was the playlist on YouTube to accompany the book (which I recreated on Spotify). I loved the whimsical chapter names and particularly enjoyed the purple diary text! Very different and an awesome eye-catching idea! If you like your young adult books to have a happy-go-lucky romance, this one is not for you, but I liked Moira’s coming of age story and her and Rafe’s and relationship, especially the love poem as the epilogue. Since this was book 1, there’ll be more, hopefully soon. Keep’em coming!
Nix Damon’s Moira is a unique book - it reads breezy like the Aeolus wind and at the same time it’s melancholy and angry and full of longing and dark in a Jessica Jones kind of way. When Moira’s aunt leaves her on her 18th birthday and a Wolf drags her into a tree, she runs. I thought for sure this was going to be a Red Riding Hood retelling. Especially since the Wolf seemed to adopt her after she outran him. Boy, was I wrong. Healing herself, picking fights to counter bullying, the girl with naturally pink hair who can control the winds was an enigma until the very end. I’m not going to spoil the read for you, but I loved the Greek mythology interwoven with sci-fi, star-tales akin to those in Stardust and Barrie’s Neverland except with Lost Girls, not boys. I don’t know if homage to Douglas Adams was intentional in the antiworld 42 reference, but it struck a familiar chord, good stories always do. Moira referring to her diaries as brains and places she hid them was quirky and fun as was the playlist on YouTube to accompany the book (which I recreated on Spotify). I loved the whimsical chapter names and particularly enjoyed the purple diary text! Very different and an awesome eye-catching idea! If you like your young adult books to have a happy-go-lucky romance, this one is not for you, but I liked Moira’s coming of age story and her and Rafe’s and relationship, especially the love poem as the epilogue. Since this was book 1, there’ll be more, hopefully soon. Keep’em coming!
January 17, 2021
Once you start reading this book you simply won’t be able to stop until it’s over. The story just breezes by, in the best possible way, and I was so eager to keep reading that I found myself sacrificing sleep every night to read "just one more hour."
This book is SERIOUSLY well-written. It’s simultaneously colorful & whimsical and sincere & stark. There were at least two lines every page where I audibly exclaimed “PERFECT LINE” and had to grab a highlighter. Absolutely poetic and vibrant.
I don’t typically read fantasy or sci-fi, as I find the actual genre itself often takes over the story and I'm not left with enough in other departments, but that isn't the case at all here. The fantastical/sci-fi elements are tiptoed around expertly and worked in seamlessly to the point where I would intermittently forget that one of the main characters was a shape-shifting half-werewolf or that the main-character herself is only partly human. Moira, her raw emotion and the beautiful words that surround her take center-stage and the fantasy/sci-fi elements just glide smoothly along in the background.
The author's voice absolutely radiates through, particularly within the characters, who are beyond likable. The author uses humor as a weapon every step of the way to flesh out the characters, grow those bonds, and ensure the story never gets too heavy or preachy or self-important or any of that annoyingness. Was thrilled to see that this is Book 1 in a series, so we have more to look forward to!
This book is SERIOUSLY well-written. It’s simultaneously colorful & whimsical and sincere & stark. There were at least two lines every page where I audibly exclaimed “PERFECT LINE” and had to grab a highlighter. Absolutely poetic and vibrant.
I don’t typically read fantasy or sci-fi, as I find the actual genre itself often takes over the story and I'm not left with enough in other departments, but that isn't the case at all here. The fantastical/sci-fi elements are tiptoed around expertly and worked in seamlessly to the point where I would intermittently forget that one of the main characters was a shape-shifting half-werewolf or that the main-character herself is only partly human. Moira, her raw emotion and the beautiful words that surround her take center-stage and the fantasy/sci-fi elements just glide smoothly along in the background.
The author's voice absolutely radiates through, particularly within the characters, who are beyond likable. The author uses humor as a weapon every step of the way to flesh out the characters, grow those bonds, and ensure the story never gets too heavy or preachy or self-important or any of that annoyingness. Was thrilled to see that this is Book 1 in a series, so we have more to look forward to!
March 29, 2020
What if Peter Pan and Captain Hook were brothers? What if Wendy was a pink-haired, foul-mouthed delinquent, and Neverland was a magical planet hiding out in the cosmos?
This book exceeded every expectation, it is HANDS DOWN the best indie book I have ever read. The story was so superbly unique, and I can't stand how excited it makes me!!! I am not a fan of first-person narrative, however Nix Damon handles is expertly, crafting a main character both unique and relatable, dominating the page in the most colorful, real way. I just loved it.
The cast besides Moira was incredible. Rafe stole my heart immediately, and his slo(oooooo)w burn romance with Moira was both laced with the juiciest sexual tension and peppered with the sweetest of sweet exchanges. (Blanket forts and showers? Gimme all that shiz.) And Ravage, a villain that somehow is only in a handful of scenes, yet manages to be a threateningly fascinating force throughout the entire book.
Another thing I find to be the COOLEST EVER is the playlist built right into the novel itself, in the form of chapter titles. BRILLIANT. And Nix's music taste? Excellent. *chef's kiss*
I'm also a sucker for retellings, and this sci-fi/fantasy take on Peter Pan was everything I didn't know I needed in my life. This book is juicy, spicy, real, raw, and fascinating. I absolutely loved it. I CANNOT wait for the sequel!
This book exceeded every expectation, it is HANDS DOWN the best indie book I have ever read. The story was so superbly unique, and I can't stand how excited it makes me!!! I am not a fan of first-person narrative, however Nix Damon handles is expertly, crafting a main character both unique and relatable, dominating the page in the most colorful, real way. I just loved it.
The cast besides Moira was incredible. Rafe stole my heart immediately, and his slo(oooooo)w burn romance with Moira was both laced with the juiciest sexual tension and peppered with the sweetest of sweet exchanges. (Blanket forts and showers? Gimme all that shiz.) And Ravage, a villain that somehow is only in a handful of scenes, yet manages to be a threateningly fascinating force throughout the entire book.
Another thing I find to be the COOLEST EVER is the playlist built right into the novel itself, in the form of chapter titles. BRILLIANT. And Nix's music taste? Excellent. *chef's kiss*
I'm also a sucker for retellings, and this sci-fi/fantasy take on Peter Pan was everything I didn't know I needed in my life. This book is juicy, spicy, real, raw, and fascinating. I absolutely loved it. I CANNOT wait for the sequel!
May 19, 2020
REVIEW: I loved this book. I knew based on the Amazon description it was going to be fun, but I didn't expect it to have so much depth and heart.
The main character is flawed but likable in an authentic way—she grows on you as she grows, and you feel like you grow with her. The world-building is weird and stellar (literally and figuratively). It surprising and unique in all the right ways, and there’s an extremely compelling male lead character who fits that description as well.
The narration is the same mix of surprising and unique but comforting in its relatableness. And @thenixdamon can WRITE. By that I mean the words, the sentences, the metaphors, the similes—I loved them all.
If you like romance, weird, fantasy that mixes shamelessly with science fiction, or bold girl warriors with infinite depth, this is a book you'll want to try. It's well-written, well-edited, well-paced, well-designed...you get the idea. It's well worth your time.
The main character is flawed but likable in an authentic way—she grows on you as she grows, and you feel like you grow with her. The world-building is weird and stellar (literally and figuratively). It surprising and unique in all the right ways, and there’s an extremely compelling male lead character who fits that description as well.
The narration is the same mix of surprising and unique but comforting in its relatableness. And @thenixdamon can WRITE. By that I mean the words, the sentences, the metaphors, the similes—I loved them all.
If you like romance, weird, fantasy that mixes shamelessly with science fiction, or bold girl warriors with infinite depth, this is a book you'll want to try. It's well-written, well-edited, well-paced, well-designed...you get the idea. It's well worth your time.
November 29, 2020
Even though I’ve seen movies, I don’t think I’ve ever actually read a retelling of Peter Pan (which happens to be one of my favorite classic novels). But guys, this was SO good! Nix Damon really is such a talented writer. The kind of talent that makes you jealous and wonder how someone thinks of those things. The depth of her characters, the detail in her descriptions, the creativity in her plot structure—it was all just incredible. There was definitely a theatrical feel to her story that I could easily see translated onto the big screen. So much action, so much fun! I think this has potential to be a wildly successful series! Can’t wait for book 2!
April 24, 2020
You'll marvel how the author deftly depicts the story of young Moira. You'll see through her eyes and can envision her world, and it will all seem normal...which it is not. Engaging, fun, clever writing will have you enthralled and waiting for the next sequel to this clever tale. Plus, bonus Spotify track sets the tone for each chapter. Bravo!
May 10, 2020
Stardust
In her heart and soul Ms. Damon is a storyteller. Her style of prose is like the calm before the storm. Her characters seem like people that I've known or would like to. Her story felt like a cold windy night in a cottage while wrapped up in an Afghan in front of the fire.
In her heart and soul Ms. Damon is a storyteller. Her style of prose is like the calm before the storm. Her characters seem like people that I've known or would like to. Her story felt like a cold windy night in a cottage while wrapped up in an Afghan in front of the fire.
November 29, 2020
I absolutely loved this book. The entire concept is so original. The world-building is like no other, and the writing is so beautiful. I cannot wait to read more of this story. Also, I've never had a book boyfriend before, but now I do. His name is Rafe.
March 29, 2020
Beautiful
I can’t rave enough about this story. It’s simply delicious and I know now I will read everything by this author.
I can’t rave enough about this story. It’s simply delicious and I know now I will read everything by this author.
December 13, 2021
THE PLAYLIST! I absolutely love when authors have playlists for their books, and this one kicked ass!
The actual book was honestly so good, the writing was a masterpiece, I adored the descriptions and the sort of poetic way the MC Moira views everything.
Moira. One raging, pink haired, badass woman! I absolutely felt all of her emotions, especially at the beginning when she's alone. Her diary entries added to her development so much. Then there's Rafe, one hella hot swoon worthy love interest. The romance was so well written, we see them slowly build a relationship and have these cute moments with angst.
The plot was fast paced, and so intriguing, with a sort of Sci-Fi magical vibe with small things that remind me of Peter Pan. The world building and universe this author created was such an awesome concept.
Ugh the ending! I loved how it all played out, especially with Rafe and Moira's development, and compared to how it all began in the first chapter😢😍I absolutely need more of Moira!
This is definitely one of my favourites this year!
The actual book was honestly so good, the writing was a masterpiece, I adored the descriptions and the sort of poetic way the MC Moira views everything.
Moira. One raging, pink haired, badass woman! I absolutely felt all of her emotions, especially at the beginning when she's alone. Her diary entries added to her development so much. Then there's Rafe, one hella hot swoon worthy love interest. The romance was so well written, we see them slowly build a relationship and have these cute moments with angst.
The plot was fast paced, and so intriguing, with a sort of Sci-Fi magical vibe with small things that remind me of Peter Pan. The world building and universe this author created was such an awesome concept.
Ugh the ending! I loved how it all played out, especially with Rafe and Moira's development, and compared to how it all began in the first chapter😢😍I absolutely need more of Moira!
This is definitely one of my favourites this year!
March 4, 2023
Full immersion and even though I finished, I can't seem to move on. A bit of my soul has been captured by this book.
July 24, 2020
Ummm......
The cover hooked me in but I just didn't enjoy this book. I liked the story concept but it just wasn't for me in the end.
The cover hooked me in but I just didn't enjoy this book. I liked the story concept but it just wasn't for me in the end.
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