Peter’s only hope to return to Neverland and restore his crumbling island just might lie with a girl who holds undiscovered magic in her veins and a hatred in her heart for the boy known as Peter Pan.ĭust isn’t your average Peter Pan retelling.

Peter would do anything to get back to Neverland, but without Tink or magic, he remains grounded in London, hunted by his own Lost Boys, and haunted by the notorious Captain Hook. It hides dark characters too - including a boy who shouldn’t exist. London holds more than just dark secrets about Connor’s disappearance, though. It’s been years since Connor went missing, but now, Claire might just have a lead in London that could finally bring her closer to finding her brother. She herself has been forced to grow up faster than she should have - ever since the day her twin brother was kidnapped. The world is much too dark a place for fairy tales and lighthearted stories of children who refuse to grow up. Swanson's captivating sense of wonder makes this novel an immersive journey into a land you've visited in your dreams-and sometimes your nightmares.Claire Kenton does not believe in magic. 'With vivid descriptions, conflicted characters, and spirited pacing, Dust has it all. Dust takes readers beyond the fairytale and, if possible, brings even more enchantment to the already beloved story.' - Nadine Brandes, award-winning author of A Time to Die, Fawkes, and Romanov 'A whimsical imagining of the dark side of Neverland.

If you loved Peter Pan as a child, you'll devour every gorgeous page of this romantic adventure! I can't wait to see what happens next!' - Lorie Langdon, award-winning author of Olivia Twist and the Doon Series 'Dust sparkles with hope, magic, and a little bit of pixie dust. 'A vibrant, mesmerizing storyteller and original voice in young adult fiction.' -Tosca Lee, New York Times best-selling author-Tosca Lee 'This twist on Peter Pan weaves in a little romance and some action and adventure.' - School Library Journal - 'School Library Journal' a charming and engaging read.' - Lorehaven magazine an intriguing experience.' - Publishers Weekly- 'Publishers Weekly'

'Swanson introduces a modern sensibility and maturity in this thoughtful revisiting.

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