The Dark Ascension Series: The Lost Ones -- Lauren de Stefano, Hardcover

Journey to Never Land in the second book in the Disney Villains-focused Dark Ascension series, which shares the untold story of teenaged Captain Hook and his twin sister Marlene, penned by New York Times bestselling author Lauren DeStefano.

Before Captain Hook became Never Land's villain, there were two siblings seeking a home . . .

James and Marlene have always felt out of place in their humdrum fishing village, longing to escape the quiet lives their parents envision for them. But when Marlene's birthday wish transports them both to an unsettling, magical paradise called Never Land, they discover an unexpected alternative: the chance to stay forever with the charismatic Peter and his Lost Boys.

As the twins delve into the island's violent secrets, their actions reignite a conflict between the fractured Lost Boys--and for the first time in their lives, James and Marlene find themselves at odds. With a war brewing and their memories slipping away every minute they spend in Never Land, they must choose whether to stay or go. But even if the twins stand together, Never Land--and Peter--won't allow them to leave so easily.

How far are James and Marlene willing to go to chart their own destinies? And if the price for freedom is losing their true selves--and each other--is it worth the cost?

Author: Lauren de Stefano
Publisher: Disney Press
Published: 01/09/2024
Pages: 336
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.70w x 1.30d
ISBN: 9781368067157
Age Range: 13-17

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 11/01/2023

About the Author
Lauren DeStefano is the New York Times bestselling author books for young readers and adults, including the YA series the Chemical Garden trilogy and The Glass Spare duology. You can find her online at laurendestefano.com and on Instagram at @laurendestefanoauthor.