Review – Captain Hook: Villain or Victim explores Captain James T. Hook’s version of the battles with Peter Pan. There are always two sides to the story.
Title: Captain Hook: Villain or Victim?
Author: Ellwyn Autumn
Illustrator: Made by Momo
Publisher: Angel Kiss Publications (February 16, 2019)
Genres: Sea adventures fiction, Teen & Young Adult short reads, 2-hour fantasy/science fiction
File Size: 3929 KB
Print Length: 74 pages
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Synopsis from Goodreads:
David J. Locke is a would-be journalist with lofty aspirations. Following an incredible lead, he sails the high seas in search of Captain James T. Hook, resolved to uncover the pirate’s version of what happened with Peter Pan.
Adventure abounds during Locke’s travels; unexpected revelations lurk around every dark corner. During his travels, an old seaman befriends Locke and guides the inexperienced reporter as he learns truths about Hook he never expected.
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Review – Captain Hook: Villain or Victim
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My Review – Captain Hook: Villain or Victim
David J. Locke is a dandy who decides on a whim to become a journalist. This story chronicles his search for Captain James T. Hook to report his side of the feud with Peter Pan. Along the way, he encounters prejudice, fear, and wonder.
In a book this short, it’s amazing the depth the author reaches in her characters and settings. From the aroma of the tea to the imagery of the final scene with Captain Hook I was mesmerized.
The story ends with a solid “hook” for a sequel.
I recommend this story to ages middle-grade and up, including adults who want a taste of youth once more.
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About Ellwyn Autumn
Ellwyn Autumn is an American author/blogger/ghostwriter and a certified teacher with a Master’s Degree in Education. She writes children’s picture books, middle-grade novels, and Young Adult fiction. Ellwyn’s first self-published novel, Chris Kringle’s Cops The First Mission, was a Finalist in the 2016 Reader’s Favorite International Book Contest. Her Kamyla Chung picture book series addresses difficult issues facing young children. Kamyla Chung and the Classroom Bully is on Jedlie’s Certified Great Reads List and earned Story Monster Approval.
Ellwyn discovered her passion for writing in second grade when she had to write a book report for school. She was so excited to write the report until her mother told her that she had to write about someone else’s book and not her own story. Ellwyn became indignant and decided that once she finished the book report, she would most certainly write her own original story. She has been writing ever since!
Ellwyn lives with her family in Pennsylvania. She loves all things magical, curling up with a good book, writing stories, and almost anything with chocolate in it.
A short interview with Ellwyn Autumn
How long have you been writing?
Since I was seven years old
What inspired you to write in this genre?
I’ve always loved fantasy stories.
Which genre would your story belong in if your life was fictionalized?
Drama
Do you have a set writing schedule?
Yes
Do you need silence to write or can you work in any environment?
Silence
If you could set up your perfect writing scenario, what would it involve?
Shelves full of my favorite books, a large window overlooking a pond fringed with trees, framed pictures of castles, fairies, and other fantasy elements, a color printer that worked regularly, a super comfy writing chair and a large desk for all my notes
What is your most unusual writing quirk?
I need to listen to music while writing to get the creative juices flowing properly.
Were you an avid reader growing up?
YES!!
If you could form the ultimate writers’ group, which authors past or present would you invite to join you?
J.K. Rowling
J.R. Tolkein
C.S. Lewis
Lloyd Alexander
J. R. R. Martin
Terry Brooks
Judy Blume
E. B. White
Mark Twain
Mary Shelley
Do you snack while writing?
I don’t snack.
Who has influenced your writing the most?
J.K. Rowling
Is there anything you would like my readers to know about you and your book?
I have a picture book series called The Kamyla Chung Series. It deals with difficult issues children face both in and out of the classroom. As a former public-school teacher, I understand how challenging things can get in schools and want to bring awareness to this. I’ve also started a Facebook group for parents, teachers, and advocates for bully prevention and positive mental health in schools and other public spaces.
If you’re looking for a place to find information on bullying and other mental health resources, we’d love to have you. https://www.facebook.com/groups/279730769390328/
Author’s contact info:
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Really interesting. My first stint with revisionist fiction was w McGuire’s Wicked, which paints a sympathetic portrait of the Wicked Witch of the West. It totally blew my mind that something made up could be made up again!
I had the same reaction to Wicked. The Peter Pan story has spawned several revisionist stories lately. I think I have 3 on my review list!