On a fateful, stormy night, a ghost from the past revealed himself under the glow of a street lamp. A ghost whose smile was as cold and dangerous as his heart.He remembered her well. She was the one everyone talked about. The poor girl down the street born into a family of monsters. The one he’d obsessed over, taunted and harassed. The very same girl who’d one day suddenly disappeared.Accepting … disappeared.
Accepting his hand, he lifted her off the dirty, vile street and whispered a promise, “No good deed comes without payment,” and from that day on, she was destined to pay the ultimate price.
Seeing her for the first time since she’d vanished all those years ago, had only made him realize his obsession never truly ended. And now, with a promise to keep, he was going to make her disappear again… this time forever.
Dear Readers,
While NEVERLAND contains some romance, it is also a tale of twisted obsession. It certainly is NOT a hearts and flowers type story, and WILL contain triggers for some readers as it deals with particularly confronting situations. I ask that you take this into consideration before you dive in. This cruel, yet touching narrative, with its mix of adoring and sinister characters who exist in its broken world, was at times extremely difficult for me to write, and as each scene unfolds, I expect it will be equally as difficult for ‘some’ to read and accept.
I do, however, thank you for reading NEVERLAND!
Love,
Melissa Jane
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521. That, is how many reviews that I currently have on Goodreads right now. So, to say that I have experience writing one is pretty valid. Well, ‘Neverland’ has completely thrown me for a loop. I finished this novel in one sitting a few evenings ago and it has consumed my thoughts since. I still can’t figure out how to do this novel justice with my review. Honestly, I will sincerely do my best, but all I can say for sure is you have to read this one for yourself. Especially, if you are a dark and twisty novel fan like myself. Do not let the warnings get to you. Yes it is a dark book. It is not all flowers and sunshine. Guess what? Life is not flowers and sunshine people! These books that touch us so much are often the ones that are so realistic, because they are relatable. We can see more of ourselves in the characters.
These characters will do just that too. They will suck you in. Every single piece of you. Heart and soul. I was so invested. Every time something happened, good or bad, to the characters I felt it too. My heart broke to a million tiny pieces. Honestly, it still hurts. Especially after that ending. It all makes so much sense now, but I have a feeling this book will stay with me for a long time. Now that I have read ‘Neverland” I have to read another Melissa Jane novel. I have been scouring her works and adding them to by TBR list for days. I do believe that I will start with ‘Little Doll’ next. That one is a part of a series. Thank you so much for this wonderful and mind-blowing novel Melissa Jane. It truly blew me away and left me speechless. This goes on my top ten reads of 2018 list!
Neverland is a dark 5 star read.
This is a dark read about obsession and could have triggers for some. I highly suggest you take the authors warning into consideration before reading.
We jump from then and now to get the history on how Lucy meets Dominic the first time. Lucy is now working as a dancer in a club and not by choice. Her best friend is getting out and wants her to come with her, but she can’t and she can’t tell her why.
To them, I was the girl with a big red target on my back. And they weren’t wrong.
Dominic was a monster of the worst kind. The things he would do were heartbreaking and hard to read at times. He was obsessed with Lucy and controlled everything about her.
This is between you and me An obsession, a hate, a jealousy. What you give, I so desire. Watch out for me, I’ll set your soul on fire. – Dominic
Romeo was a god send for Lucy growing up, he was always there for her and tried to protect her the best he could. Until the day she disappeared.
I’m still shaken from reading this book, there are so many scenes that had me in tears and my heart breaking for Lucy. The secondary characters added a great element to the story, some I hated and some I loved. The ending left me with a little bit of shock. Melissa Jane does a great job with her writing and I was pulled in right from the beginning. This book is definitely going on my must read for 2018.
Neverland by Melissa Jane
Five Stars
Neverland by Melissa Jane is one of those books that leave you with a book hangover long after you finish reading it. I can’t believe all of the emotions I went through while reading this book, I’m heartbroken, with the life Lucy was dealt, but completely blown away by the strength that was packed into this strong female. I’m not sure what else to say about this book without giving away any that makes this book so significant. I will say that you should pay attention to the warning that comes with it, because it definitely could cause triggers. This is the first book I have read by this author, but I look forward to reading more from Melissa Jane in the future. This is one of best and saddest books I have read this year.
Neverland By Melissa Jane. This book was AMAZING! I can’t even tell you….it blew me away. I read it in one sitting because once you start you can’t stop! Its the tragic story of Lucy Sommers who lives a life of pure hell. The only person keeping her sane is her one true friend Romeo. One day Lucy is taken away from Romeo and doesn’t think she will ever see him again. But she does see someone from her past again and he promises to take care of her and keep her safe. Anton is a horrible, vile person. He keeps her safe only so he can belittle and torture her. Keeping her under his thumb is one of his joys in life. After she has witnessed and endured horrible, unspeakable things she finds her true love again. Will they live happily ever after or will Anton stay after them until the very end. This is one of those books that you can’t get out of your head. Its so good and so sad that there is probably a lot of truth to it. I loved this book and hope to read more from this author.
Neverland is a standalone thriller by Melissa Jane. What a thought stealing, heartstopping, violent, twisted mess of a stunning romance psycho thriller. I reread parts of this book over and over, because I seriously thought I could not have read correctly. But I did. And that is what she wrote!! This author said that this story was not cuddly puppies, hearts and flowers. It really was brutal, graphic, shocking, sinister, deadly. I could go on and on. The main characters were a mix of victim, villain, hero and so much more. I did not think I would like this book as wholeheartedly as I did. It was amazing, incredulous reading and I cannot wait for more.
There are many issues that could be triggers for some, but if you deviate to the risky side, then take a chance on Neverland. It is raw, rough and astounding, but it unfolds so masterfully, I hing off every word. The beginning and middle were mindblowing. The ending will shock your world. Such a fitting end to a story I will never forget. 5 stars.
This intense thriller is riveting, action packed, and well detailed. It is not warm and fuzzy and is not for all readers. It felt very realistic in its plot development and treated the overall themes seriously. The author delivered relatable characters and thrilling scenarios. I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
Neverland by Melissa Jane
5 stars
I’m trying to get my thoughts together on this book. I just finished a bit ago and I still can’t believe what I read. This was a beautifully tragic story.
Lucy has had a rough life from a child on through her years. Her one day of sunshine was Romeo, her best friend. When one day paths cross with Dominic and her life is never the same.
Through it all she just survives and then fate steps in. And that’s when it all went topsy turvy for me.
I cannot give anything away as you Have to read to feel and understand what Lucy has gone through and I was not expecting what happened at all and I still have raw emotions here!
Great author!
Holy mother of goodness… im in absolute awe. First time reading and even hearing about his author and I have no idea why. Gut wrenching rollercoaster ride. I don’t even know how I camr to hear of this book but thank the internet lord I did. AMAZING! Im still heartbroken. Even to the bitter end, the obsession was still there. utterly gripping and intense.
Other than the warning of triggers already mentioned in the book, if you cant handle heartbreak in the end, this is not for you. tears will definitely be shed and if your worried of triggers, id suggest getting a sample of the book first to get a better idea. Its completely realistic and thoughtful on all sides, including the villain. This book is utterly mesmerizingly incredible.
Be prepared to have your heartstrings pulled and your emotions played with. So well written, you will feel it all
NEVERLAND by Melissa Jane
5++++++++ Stars
Ummmm….. I’ve sat here after finishing this story knowing I was going to leave a review…knowing I don’t want to leave a review….knowing I will absolutely leave a review…Confused Yet?? Tell me about it!!
**ok deep breath**
This is my second book by this author…and just to quote myself from my review for the first book I read, Monsters…
“I’m not going to go into any detail about this book. You have to read it, it is beyond amazing and this author is Brilliant and her talent for telling a story is unmatched. I was emotionally invested in every aspect of this book. There aren’t enough words for me to describe how I loved reading every word…”
Yea those words apply to this one as well, except I must add that she destroyed me in this story..she took my breath away more than once and I literally could not put it down until I read the very last word….
…… I am literally speechless…I can only say Read this book..This author is in a class of her own and is so far up my favorites list that it doesn’t matter what she writes I will read it, even if im sure Ill be holding my breath from page 1 on…..
Brilliant, Heartbreaking, Shocking, Mind Blowingly Awesome!!
**sigh**
I was promised a dark thriller and Melissa certainly delivered! There are definitely no hearts and flowers in this story. This book is dark, gritty, and dangerous. Her characters are strong and determined on both sides of the coin. Life sucked for Lucy from the beginning and I loved her fire, her attempts to stay strong, despite her circumstances. She held on to the small spot of light in her life to get through something most people would never survive.
Those of you who enjoy traditional HEAs may want to look elsewhere, but there is more than one way to have a sense of justice and closure.
This dark and twisted story left me gutted. I really want to give this 4 stars, but I just can’t. When an author sucks you so far into the story that there is no turning back, keeps you there chasing that HEA that you are hoping for only to give you a taste of it and RIPPING away. How can you not give her a 5 star rating for a job well done. Neverland left me so gutted, that I had to take a few days to gather my thoughts before writing this review and honestly I love the darkest of reads, but I can’t remember one that left me as speechless as this one did. This is a MUST READ and a story that I promise will stay with you.
Happy Reading Everyone!!!
Neverland by Melissa Jane was a dark, psychological thriller, that had me hooked. This book had be so engrossed, I had it read in less then three hours.
Not my first read by this author, so I knew I was in for something dark, twist and feels ripping. And boy did I get that, and more. I will warn you this book will be triggering if you are sensitive to assault, sexual assault, abusive violence or language. This is not for the faint of heart, and I can tell you there is a very, VERY, bitter-sweet ending, that I still don’t know if I like.
I don’t even know where to start with this one. I don’t want to tell you anything because of the way it’s written, giving you anything on the MC’s, the plot, and the antagonist, no not antagonist, abuser, will ruin this heart destroying read. I will tell you that it’s written in past and present. That back and forth is done very well, and the author does a great job at matching the past and present. Clean transitions, and soil emotional writing, makes the scene swaps all the more chilling and raw.
Lucy, I can’t even think about her right now. I’m mad about her life, how she ended up in that hell, and how it was all for nothing.. I’m mad because Lucy was a strong character and even though broken and at her wits end, she fought, she fought so hard. So yes, I’m mad, but at the same time… I can get into it, because like I said, it’s bitter-sweet.
I wish you could see me shaking my head, because I’m still very emotionally raw about this book. And as much as I wanted to put it down at times, I couldn’t. Because even though it was dark, it showed the evil that is out in this world. As much as this is fiction, this whole scenario, is happening right now, and that’s makes this read all the more heart wrenching and painful.
This book is a must read, and I highly recommend you get your hands on it. Because even though I know Lucy isn’t real, her story needs to be read, it needs to make you mad, angry and hurt. This book will break your rose coloured glasses.
I’m going to leave it at that, and unlike my other reviews I can’t leave my normal ending, because there is nothing happy about this book.
If would excuse me, I need to pick my heart off the floor.
-E.A. Walsh