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Neverneath #1
Never, Never
This is a Reverse Harem Novella Series
This book is for readers 18+ due to mature content
Gwendolyn Ivers hasn’t been the same since she left Pen in Neverneath. She doesn't have time to dwell on her sadness while taking care of her sick mother, but she plans to return to Neverneath and Pen once her mother is well. However, she starts to lose hope. The longer she spends away from Neverneath, the more she continues to age. All the while, Pen stays suspended in time.
Seven years later
Pen has been aging at a normal rate ever since Wendie left. The island’s witch believes he is cursed. The witch has dispatched Belle to retrieve Wendie in the hopes she can break Pen's curse with True Love’s Kiss. Once Wendie arrives back in Neverneath, she will be forced to battle unseen enemies to save Pen and everyone she loves.
This book is for readers 18+ due to mature content
Gwendolyn Ivers hasn’t been the same since she left Pen in Neverneath. She doesn't have time to dwell on her sadness while taking care of her sick mother, but she plans to return to Neverneath and Pen once her mother is well. However, she starts to lose hope. The longer she spends away from Neverneath, the more she continues to age. All the while, Pen stays suspended in time.
Seven years later
Pen has been aging at a normal rate ever since Wendie left. The island’s witch believes he is cursed. The witch has dispatched Belle to retrieve Wendie in the hopes she can break Pen's curse with True Love’s Kiss. Once Wendie arrives back in Neverneath, she will be forced to battle unseen enemies to save Pen and everyone she loves.
42 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 1, 2020
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April 12, 2018Hum... okay?
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December 10, 2017I think I went into this book remember it was going to be longer than it was so the ending caught me as abrupt since I was in novel mode. This is more like a longer serial so be prepared for that and I think you’ll be in a better place in the end than I was.
I wanted to like it more than I did. Maybe because it was a serial-ish-type novel and I can never (never) get into them, I need more time to connect with characters. The world seemed interesting, not sure about the boys. I feel like I don’t know anyone? Also kinda feel like the sexy times came out of nowhere. I mean I love me some sexy times but I had such a hard time buying the lack of lead-up. Will I read the second book? Hell yes I will. Did it blow me away? No. But I want to see where she takes it and how she develops the characters.
I wanted to like it more than I did. Maybe because it was a serial-ish-type novel and I can never (never) get into them, I need more time to connect with characters. The world seemed interesting, not sure about the boys. I feel like I don’t know anyone? Also kinda feel like the sexy times came out of nowhere. I mean I love me some sexy times but I had such a hard time buying the lack of lead-up. Will I read the second book? Hell yes I will. Did it blow me away? No. But I want to see where she takes it and how she develops the characters.
January 18, 2021
Never, Never By: Samantha Bea is the first book in The Neverneath Series, which is a Peter Pan retelling.
Gwendolyn aka Wendie along with her twin brothers Marx and Jace return to Neverneath, after a very demanding Belle requests for Wendie to come with her to help save Pen from his curse. But will it be too late for the boy who would never grow up and will he rapidly age. Or will Wendie be able to help Pen and all of Neverneath?
Never, Never was an emotional and steamy short story, which I do wish there was more of. There were some minor editing issues, these were easy enough to overlook, but it did take me a little bit to realise how old Wendie is/might be so I would have loved that indication earlier in the story. I’m always looking for Peter Pan retellings, and this was a good beginning for a reverse harem tale with Pen, the Lost Boys and Wendie...and maybe more.
Gwendolyn aka Wendie along with her twin brothers Marx and Jace return to Neverneath, after a very demanding Belle requests for Wendie to come with her to help save Pen from his curse. But will it be too late for the boy who would never grow up and will he rapidly age. Or will Wendie be able to help Pen and all of Neverneath?
Never, Never was an emotional and steamy short story, which I do wish there was more of. There were some minor editing issues, these were easy enough to overlook, but it did take me a little bit to realise how old Wendie is/might be so I would have loved that indication earlier in the story. I’m always looking for Peter Pan retellings, and this was a good beginning for a reverse harem tale with Pen, the Lost Boys and Wendie...and maybe more.
November 24, 2017
Never never
Wow what I can I say? I love this book!
It is a retelling of all our favourite characters in neverland with new characters too! Though they all have different names and are all grown up. I have often wondered, having still the love of Peter Pan, what would happen if the lost children became adults? What would the lost boys be like as men? What would happen if Wendy came back as a beautiful young woman and Peter Pan was a young man and not boy? This story has filled that void I have had for years and it is beautifully written.
What draws me in is that this book is competetly original and so different from the one we all know and love that it feels brand new yet no less mesmerising.There are real life problems like the affect of a parent dying can have on one so young, while the other parent is chronically sick, so the oldest sibling has to step up and provide for the family, inadvertently having to grow up fast.
The world in 'neverneath' has been written really well, and though has some similarities to neverland it feels different but has the magical quantity that is needed.
Over all, I love this first book from this debut author and cannot wait for the next one.
Wow what I can I say? I love this book!
It is a retelling of all our favourite characters in neverland with new characters too! Though they all have different names and are all grown up. I have often wondered, having still the love of Peter Pan, what would happen if the lost children became adults? What would the lost boys be like as men? What would happen if Wendy came back as a beautiful young woman and Peter Pan was a young man and not boy? This story has filled that void I have had for years and it is beautifully written.
What draws me in is that this book is competetly original and so different from the one we all know and love that it feels brand new yet no less mesmerising.There are real life problems like the affect of a parent dying can have on one so young, while the other parent is chronically sick, so the oldest sibling has to step up and provide for the family, inadvertently having to grow up fast.
The world in 'neverneath' has been written really well, and though has some similarities to neverland it feels different but has the magical quantity that is needed.
Over all, I love this first book from this debut author and cannot wait for the next one.
February 13, 2021
You *think* you’re getting Darynda Jones and instead get one of your favorite childhood story mangled. Don’t make this mistake, my friends.
November 25, 2017
Is it odd that I've always wondered what it would be like if Peter Pan and the gang we're all grown up and totally sexually frustrated? Well....if you're odd like me, congratulations! We finally have that deliciously sexy revamped fairytale, complete with endlessly sexy Lost Boys--aherm--MEN, and even a very sexy pirate. By the time you reach the end, you'll be craving more more and wishing you could suddenly learn to fly and find your own sexy island full of hot men focused on only YOU.
January 3, 2018
I need the next book meow
Takes on classics are always a bit nerve wrecking for me as I never really know what to expect. Bruner is a freaking goddess and she needs to come out with book #2 because holy smokes I need more.
The story takes place about seven years after Wendi went to Neverland. Pen has a curse on him that only she is able to break. She has a rocky re-entry into Neverland and her journey continues from there.
I really appreciated the diverse characters as well as the magical take on this 👌
Takes on classics are always a bit nerve wrecking for me as I never really know what to expect. Bruner is a freaking goddess and she needs to come out with book #2 because holy smokes I need more.
The story takes place about seven years after Wendi went to Neverland. Pen has a curse on him that only she is able to break. She has a rocky re-entry into Neverland and her journey continues from there.
I really appreciated the diverse characters as well as the magical take on this 👌
November 25, 2017
Such a wonderful start! I was kept on my toes the whole time. Pen is my absolute favorite (what's not to love about a man who knows exactly what he wants???) and I can't wait to continue getting to know the characters. I was not ready to run out of pages. I would absolutely recommend this to all my friends!
November 26, 2017
A big, sexy twist on a fairytale!!!
If you think this is going to be a sweet book, it’s not! If you like lots of hot men, a fierce FMC, sexy time, one mean fairy, and a twisted fairytale that will have you begging for more this is the book for you! This book sent me into a book hangover and I can’t wait to see what this debut author has up her/his sleeve next!
If you think this is going to be a sweet book, it’s not! If you like lots of hot men, a fierce FMC, sexy time, one mean fairy, and a twisted fairytale that will have you begging for more this is the book for you! This book sent me into a book hangover and I can’t wait to see what this debut author has up her/his sleeve next!
November 29, 2017
I dont have words!
Its a good thing, I promise! This book was amazing! What a great twist on one of my favorite childhood stories! And a very steamy twist at that! I really enjoyed the fast paced movement in the story and you will never hear me complain about steamy sex scenes with hot men! It was a great read! Need more!!!
Its a good thing, I promise! This book was amazing! What a great twist on one of my favorite childhood stories! And a very steamy twist at that! I really enjoyed the fast paced movement in the story and you will never hear me complain about steamy sex scenes with hot men! It was a great read! Need more!!!
November 29, 2017
Fun quick read
I wasn't sure what to think when I first got it but it's RH and we are a tight group community so I had to see what it was all about. S. Bruner did an amazing job for her first time out and I can't wait to see what happens with the next one. Everyone knows the story of Neverland and this was a fun twist.
I wasn't sure what to think when I first got it but it's RH and we are a tight group community so I had to see what it was all about. S. Bruner did an amazing job for her first time out and I can't wait to see what happens with the next one. Everyone knows the story of Neverland and this was a fun twist.
November 26, 2017
An amazing updated reverse harem taken on the children’s story Peter Pan.
With amazing characters who have awesome chemistry and action adventure intrigue romance and humour this is a fabulous story and I am eagerly awaitIng the next book
With amazing characters who have awesome chemistry and action adventure intrigue romance and humour this is a fabulous story and I am eagerly awaitIng the next book
November 27, 2017
Good, but I feel a bit lost
Was there a prequel to this somewhere? It keeps referencing to things that happened previously and I don’t recognize it. Book was awesome, if short, and I look forward to more.
Was there a prequel to this somewhere? It keeps referencing to things that happened previously and I don’t recognize it. Book was awesome, if short, and I look forward to more.
December 6, 2017
This was a nice reimagining of Peter pan but more grown up. I liked that the main concepts stayed the same like tinker bell hating Wendie. I will be waiting for the next part to come out so I can find out what happens to Wendie and to spend some time with hark.
December 11, 2017
Return to dreams
Loved this story I think this is the first Peter Pan twist I’ve EVER seen and Samantha Bruner is an up and coming mastermind a tad short in my opinion but for first books it will rock your socks off can’t wait for the rest of the journey
Loved this story I think this is the first Peter Pan twist I’ve EVER seen and Samantha Bruner is an up and coming mastermind a tad short in my opinion but for first books it will rock your socks off can’t wait for the rest of the journey
December 23, 2017
Must read!!!
This book was absolutely amazing!! I loved the way that the characters were introduced to us! This retelling was like no others that I have read and I loved it! This book did have steamy scenes in it ( I did love them, but just a forewarning for those who don't)
This book was absolutely amazing!! I loved the way that the characters were introduced to us! This retelling was like no others that I have read and I loved it! This book did have steamy scenes in it ( I did love them, but just a forewarning for those who don't)
November 25, 2017
Definitely enchancing!!! An enticing twist on Peter pan, wonderful writing! I definitely enjoyed!
November 29, 2017
Brilliant! I love the Rh factor involved in the lives of Wendi, Pen, Rage, Rage, and Thorne! Not to mention the mysterious crocodile! Looking forward to the next book!
January 12, 2018
Cliffy!!!
Omg at that cliff hanger. Are you trying to kill my poor little heart. I'm so in love with this book
Omg at that cliff hanger. Are you trying to kill my poor little heart. I'm so in love with this book
April 8, 2020
No what I xpected
A short retelling of a classic tale. Not my cup of tea. I wanted more. Maybe a very short story such as this isn't something suited to my needs.
A short retelling of a classic tale. Not my cup of tea. I wanted more. Maybe a very short story such as this isn't something suited to my needs.
May 22, 2018
Is it too soon to be hounding for the next book? If so, when is it acceptable to do so? Because I'm already suffering with withdrawals from Thorne and the rest of the guys. Not cool.
I seriously loves this book. It was a thoroughly enjoyable, quick read and I couldn't get enough of it.
Wendy is a total clutz (I can relate) but makes it look totally cute (I can't relate). Her brothers are adorable. The guys melt me. And I have a new found obsession with Peter Pan. I mean, I'll never look at the film the same way again. Not that I'm complaining. I much prefer S. Bruners version, for sure. I really have nothing bad to say about it.
So, yeah. I am impatiently waiting for the next book. Can't wait for more!
I seriously loves this book. It was a thoroughly enjoyable, quick read and I couldn't get enough of it.
Wendy is a total clutz (I can relate) but makes it look totally cute (I can't relate). Her brothers are adorable. The guys melt me. And I have a new found obsession with Peter Pan. I mean, I'll never look at the film the same way again. Not that I'm complaining. I much prefer S. Bruners version, for sure. I really have nothing bad to say about it.
So, yeah. I am impatiently waiting for the next book. Can't wait for more!
February 3, 2018
Must read!!
What an awesome read!
This retelling of Peter pan is amazing already and its only part 1!
Meeting Wendie and her brothers first, finding out everyone is aging in nevereath from the pain in the add fairy!
Steamy scenes sexy lost boys that are now men!
Leaving you wanting more!
I can honestly say this is an amazing first release! I can't wait for more!
What an awesome read!
This retelling of Peter pan is amazing already and its only part 1!
Meeting Wendie and her brothers first, finding out everyone is aging in nevereath from the pain in the add fairy!
Steamy scenes sexy lost boys that are now men!
Leaving you wanting more!
I can honestly say this is an amazing first release! I can't wait for more!
December 1, 2017
What an intriguing read by debut author S. Bruner.
Bruner takes you on a wild ride though Neverneath a magical land packed with wonder and woe.
Wendie (FMC) is feisty and clumsy, yet totally cute. She is well on her way to becoming one of my favorite main characters of all time...
And her guys? Total hotties! Bruner has molded each and every guy into unique, intriguing, and totally sexy individual... Totally call dibs on Pen by the way.
I loved the cliffhanger ending. This story was just the right amount of sexy and mysterious. I cannot wait to see what S. Bruner has in store for us in the next installment!
Bruner takes you on a wild ride though Neverneath a magical land packed with wonder and woe.
Wendie (FMC) is feisty and clumsy, yet totally cute. She is well on her way to becoming one of my favorite main characters of all time...
And her guys? Total hotties! Bruner has molded each and every guy into unique, intriguing, and totally sexy individual... Totally call dibs on Pen by the way.
I loved the cliffhanger ending. This story was just the right amount of sexy and mysterious. I cannot wait to see what S. Bruner has in store for us in the next installment!
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