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After the murder of his best friend, Peter Barrie seeks revenge against the head of a criminal empire, none other than Los Angeles' mayor J.M. Hook. See the exciting, gritty, and realistic retelling of J.M. Barrie's classic story that asks the question, 'what if Peter Pan became a vigilante superhero, and will he be able to sacrifice innocence for revenge?' Fans of beloved vigilante series like The Dark Knight and Daredevil will be right at home in this shadowy beat-em-up thriller!
26 pages, Paperback
Published June 16, 2020
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Joshua Grant
22 books277 followersBestselling author and comic creator Joshua Grant is a caring, hardworking chap who has had more than his fair share of adventure. He has survived a flash flood, encountered numerous bears, and sailed the ocean blue. Josh loves to read, write, play video games, and occasionally read up on the crazy science that’s happening in the world, but most of all he loves just getting people together to love, laugh, and grow alongside each other. Currently, Josh makes a living teaching and working with kids in various environments, with the occasional novel always in the works. To learn about his work, go to diabolicshrimp.com
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October 7, 2020
I've not read a graphic novel in years, and was surprised by how much enjoyed this! I'm definitely invested in The Lost Boys (Episode 1), and am ready for the next one...
September 16, 2020
I kinda wish I’d never stumbled upon this. I am a big fan of Peter Pan and even variations on the theme of Peter Pan (I particularly loved the Peter Pan as a vampire in Marc Andreyko’s The Lost). But this just didn’t have the same punch. This just felt like a reworking of the Batman or Punisher concept, nothing special. The art was nice and the story itself was fine, there just is no inspired unique twist.
June 21, 2020
Robot Devil (référence pending)
I love adaptations. Done right or wrong, it's nice to see how a story can fit into another skin, a different world, a diametrically opposed imagining. Some say Peter Pan is a Nightbird, come for the souls specifically of children who have died in their sleep.
This is not that.
It is gritty, charged, t un ough were I to 9oint out a single flaw, it's this:
"You can't have your characters announcing how they feel! That makes me feel ANGRY!"
--Robot Devil, Futurama
It was RD's criticism of the main character's newly minted opera. He has a point. In a medium where you can show rather than tell, why not show?
That notwithstanding,TLBe01 is a great origin story. I cannot wait for the next book!
I love adaptations. Done right or wrong, it's nice to see how a story can fit into another skin, a different world, a diametrically opposed imagining. Some say Peter Pan is a Nightbird, come for the souls specifically of children who have died in their sleep.
This is not that.
It is gritty, charged, t un ough were I to 9oint out a single flaw, it's this:
"You can't have your characters announcing how they feel! That makes me feel ANGRY!"
--Robot Devil, Futurama
It was RD's criticism of the main character's newly minted opera. He has a point. In a medium where you can show rather than tell, why not show?
That notwithstanding,TLBe01 is a great origin story. I cannot wait for the next book!
April 22, 2023
Love this story and the illustrations!!! The panels are really well set up, the characters have great dialog, and it's a story I am definitely going to follow.
October 4, 2020
Joshua Grant has done it again.
He mixed heroism with a punch of courage in this comic. The peculiarity of the story is in its fundamental affinity to strong moral responsibility of one-man,one-mission agenda to save the darest. Bravo!
He mixed heroism with a punch of courage in this comic. The peculiarity of the story is in its fundamental affinity to strong moral responsibility of one-man,one-mission agenda to save the darest. Bravo!
July 26, 2020
A cool new hero
I am not usually a reader of graphic novels but this was really cool! I was intrigued by the beginning and by the end I felt I wanted more. It’s well done with great graphics and kept my interest the entire time. I want to know more about this new hero.
I am not usually a reader of graphic novels but this was really cool! I was intrigued by the beginning and by the end I felt I wanted more. It’s well done with great graphics and kept my interest the entire time. I want to know more about this new hero.
July 4, 2020
This was an interesting take on the background for Peter Pan. I haven't read comics in years, although I always loved them, and I really enjoyed this one. It showed a more human side of Peter, with his strengths and flaws.
I also really liked the side characters. They were strong, and each personality was clearly depicted in their dialogue and actions. The illustrations are incredible. This being Joshua Grant's debut comic, I must say, fantastic work!
I'm looking forward to reading the next comic in this series, and I hope it will be out soon!
I also really liked the side characters. They were strong, and each personality was clearly depicted in their dialogue and actions. The illustrations are incredible. This being Joshua Grant's debut comic, I must say, fantastic work!
I'm looking forward to reading the next comic in this series, and I hope it will be out soon!
July 9, 2020
An interesting take on Peter Pan! Awesome, original comic. I’m looking forward to the sequel.
August 25, 2020
I received an eBook copy from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Graphic novel + fairy tale retelling = I NEED MORE!
Familiar characters are introduced when Peter seeks revenge for his friend's death with the help from a wise veteran and his granddaughter, Lily. Peter's evil counterparts, Hook and Smee, are behind the murder as urban political lords who are after those inferior to their power.
Grant brings us a new light, or darkness rather, on the fairytale, Peter Pan, and begins a heroic story of a young man seeking his own form of justice. Episode 1 leaves the audience with a taste of a fairy tale twist we all crave.
This modern and realistic take on one of my favorites has me wanting more from this author, especially the sequel to this story. Although the fantasy and magic is taken away, the need to support and befriend Peter is still there. The cliffhanger entrances me to continue the story to find out exactly who these bad guys really are and how heroic Peter can really be.
Graphic novel + fairy tale retelling = I NEED MORE!
Familiar characters are introduced when Peter seeks revenge for his friend's death with the help from a wise veteran and his granddaughter, Lily. Peter's evil counterparts, Hook and Smee, are behind the murder as urban political lords who are after those inferior to their power.
Grant brings us a new light, or darkness rather, on the fairytale, Peter Pan, and begins a heroic story of a young man seeking his own form of justice. Episode 1 leaves the audience with a taste of a fairy tale twist we all crave.
This modern and realistic take on one of my favorites has me wanting more from this author, especially the sequel to this story. Although the fantasy and magic is taken away, the need to support and befriend Peter is still there. The cliffhanger entrances me to continue the story to find out exactly who these bad guys really are and how heroic Peter can really be.
September 17, 2020
I picked up this comic as an ode to my childhood when I took delight reading Archie and Betty and all of the Marvel gems. As an adult, I thoroughly enjoyed reading Joshua Grant’s “The Lost Boy.”
Peter and Nibs work in a warehouse moving around secret materials. Even though they are not cleared to know the contents, curiosity gets the best of them and they start asking questions. The materials belong to villain, J.M. Hook, the town’s evil mayor who determines these young men must be done away with. I won’t give away spoilers on who perishes and who survives, but help comes from unlikely sources, including an ex-military trained medic and Native American, known as “Grandpa.” I enjoyed Grandpa’s sage wisdom and hope to see more of him in future installments. The Lost Boy included great illustrations and was an excellent start to what I’m sure will be an outstanding new graphic novel series.
Peter and Nibs work in a warehouse moving around secret materials. Even though they are not cleared to know the contents, curiosity gets the best of them and they start asking questions. The materials belong to villain, J.M. Hook, the town’s evil mayor who determines these young men must be done away with. I won’t give away spoilers on who perishes and who survives, but help comes from unlikely sources, including an ex-military trained medic and Native American, known as “Grandpa.” I enjoyed Grandpa’s sage wisdom and hope to see more of him in future installments. The Lost Boy included great illustrations and was an excellent start to what I’m sure will be an outstanding new graphic novel series.
August 6, 2024
An excellent debut comic from Joshua Grant!
The Lost Boy features Peter Barrie, a young man who has ended up in more than just "the wrong crowd". Working for the wrong people, a series of events finds him at the wrong end of a gun, with his best friend killed in the process.
Saved from death's door, Peter is forced to accept his fate, and he must decide on what to do next. Who will he be? What will he do? And is there vengeance to be had on this new path through life?
This first episode of The Lost Boy lays the ground-work to a gritty and bloody superhero comic, with intricate influences from Peter Pan. I found the premise intriguing, and the comic itself is of very high quality. I also like the fact that the featured soon-to-be hero isn't the stereotypical, buff "man's man".
I look forward to being able to follow Peter as his story unfolds! The Lost Boy is a definite recommended read!
The Lost Boy features Peter Barrie, a young man who has ended up in more than just "the wrong crowd". Working for the wrong people, a series of events finds him at the wrong end of a gun, with his best friend killed in the process.
Saved from death's door, Peter is forced to accept his fate, and he must decide on what to do next. Who will he be? What will he do? And is there vengeance to be had on this new path through life?
This first episode of The Lost Boy lays the ground-work to a gritty and bloody superhero comic, with intricate influences from Peter Pan. I found the premise intriguing, and the comic itself is of very high quality. I also like the fact that the featured soon-to-be hero isn't the stereotypical, buff "man's man".
I look forward to being able to follow Peter as his story unfolds! The Lost Boy is a definite recommended read!
September 25, 2020
Headline: If a romance reader/author could take a leap of faith, it must be really good... right?
Received a copy of this book from Joshua and here's my honest/unbiased review on Joshua & Marc's first installment of The Lost Boy.
Although I'm not a fan of heavy themes & action-packed novels, media, and the like, I appreciate the great story telling and illustration of this installment.
I also believe it was a great call to have it as a comic book as opposed to a novel as it made the story come to life.
Overall, it's a great retelling/reimagine of Peter Pan and what it would be like if a well known childhood character turn out to be a vigilante and I would definitely recommend others to read this book and look out for the next installments of the series.
Received a copy of this book from Joshua and here's my honest/unbiased review on Joshua & Marc's first installment of The Lost Boy.
Although I'm not a fan of heavy themes & action-packed novels, media, and the like, I appreciate the great story telling and illustration of this installment.
I also believe it was a great call to have it as a comic book as opposed to a novel as it made the story come to life.
Overall, it's a great retelling/reimagine of Peter Pan and what it would be like if a well known childhood character turn out to be a vigilante and I would definitely recommend others to read this book and look out for the next installments of the series.
December 1, 2021
After Peter loses his best friend, he is filled with rage. But with the help of John and Lily, he will begin to gradually learn how to put his past behind him. This is an action packed story with heart that will be impossible to put down once you start reading it. The symbolism of the stones really touched my heart during a time when I personally needed to hear it. Quite healing. I’ve read all episodes of season one, and am greatly looking forward to season 2. Thank you, Josh Grant, for writing a great story and God bless.
July 12, 2020
I have been an avid comic reader for many years although more recently I have turned to graphic novel collections for convenience (my local comic shop closed down). I really enjoyed this issue as an introduction to a new story. The idea of basing it on the Peter Pan story and then setting it in modern America combines tradition with an original approach.
July 26, 2020
Intriguing premise.
Things to know upfront: This is the first in a series of graphic novels. There is violence. The Kindle version may not expand.
A re-imagined version of Peter Pan set in the modern day.
I enjoyed the story overall. The graphics went well with it. My only problem was reading the print since it was on Kindle. That's my eyesight and may not be a problem for others.
Things to know upfront: This is the first in a series of graphic novels. There is violence. The Kindle version may not expand.
A re-imagined version of Peter Pan set in the modern day.
I enjoyed the story overall. The graphics went well with it. My only problem was reading the print since it was on Kindle. That's my eyesight and may not be a problem for others.
November 25, 2021
Well, this is an action packed great beginning of a comic series! The drawings are solid. Simple, but the action plays out through them very well. They could be a storyboard for a film. The story is about a sympathetic young hero and his friends, and their families, and there seems to be a lot of dark backstories and troubles behind - and more ahead. Exciting!
April 13, 2021
I'm not a fan of adaptations(I've always been partial to original works)but this intrigued me. The graphics was cool. I was kind of disappointed though. It felt more like an introduction of Peter Barrie than an actual story. But now I want the second episode.
So mission accomplished I guess.
So mission accomplished I guess.
January 16, 2022
An intriguing retelling of Peter Pan. Gritty. I liked it a lot and will look for ep 2
I received a copy of this book through Voracious Readers Only
I received a copy of this book through Voracious Readers Only
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