64 pages • 2 hours read
Emily McIntireHooked: A Dark, Contemporary Romance
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Hooked by Emily McIntire is a dark romance that reimagines the story of Peter Pan, centering on Wendy, who moves to Bloomsburg to reconnect with her estranged family and meets James Barrie, also known as Hook. Despite warnings about James, Wendy falls for him, unaware that he is using her as part of a revenge plot against her father, Peter, who is revealed to be deeply involved in a web of crime and betrayal. The novel contains explicit violence and instances of potentially non-consensual sexual activity.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Emily McIntire's Hooked has garnered varied feedback. Positively, readers appreciate the intriguing plot and strong, complex characters. The contemporary retelling of familiar tales is well-received for its originality. However, some critics feel the pacing is inconsistent and the narrative occasionally lacks depth. Overall, it's a compelling read with minor flaws.
Who Should Read Hooked?
Fans of dark romance and twisted fairy tales will relish Hooked by Emily McIntire. Similar to titles like A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas and Twisted Love by Ana Huang, this book captivates those who enjoy edgy retellings with layered characters and complex emotions.