Tiger Lily and the Secret Treasure of Neverland

Name: Tiger Lily and the Secret Treasure of Neverland
Brand: Penguin Random House
Availability: InStock
Author: Cherie Dimaline
ISBN: 9781368095020

Author: Cherie Dimaline

Narrator: Katie Anvil Rich

Unabridged: 5 hr 11 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Listening Library

Published: 03/21/2023

Categories: Children's Fiction, Fantasy Stories, Indigenous Stories

Synopsis

Tiger Lily and her community, the Indigenous people of Neverland, possess a unique ability: they can choose to grow up. But for now, Tiger Lily is enjoying being thirteen, spending time with her grandmother and exploring alongside her horse and her friends. Then Tiger Lily uncovers a plot by two of Captain Hook's pirates, who are searching for a mysterious, powerful treasure. Determined to protect Neverland, Tiger Lily sets out on a very grown-up mission: find the treasure first, and keep it out of the pirates' reckless hands. As her journey takes her from Mermaid Lagoon to the Lost Boys' secret fort and beyond, Tiger Lily will need to become the brave leader she has always wanted to be. Can she save her home and people she loves before it's too late? Set in the world of Disney+'s upcoming live-action film Peter Pan & Wendy, this original story from acclaimed author Cherie Dimaline weaves a tale of Tiger Lily as you've never seen her before.

About Cherie Dimaline

Cherie Dimaline's 2017 book, The Marrow Thieves, won the Governor General’s Award and the prestigious Kirkus Prize for Young Readers, was a finalist for the White Pine Award, and was the fan favorite for CBC’s 2018 Canada Reads. Her novel Empire of Wild became an instant Canadian bestseller and was named Indigo's #1 Best Book of 2019. Cherie spent many years working in and for Indigenous communities and now lives in her home territory where she is a registered and active member of the Georgian Bay Metis Community.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Avery on May 23, 2023

My daughter listened to all the Disney fairy stories on repeat for about 2 years. So, I was pleasantly surprised when I found this story by one of my favourite Indigenous authors! I thought this story followed the Disney formula, yet included Tiger Lily’s unique perspective and history in Neverland.......more

Goodreads review by Becky on May 05, 2023

Went into this blindly (literally I purchased it wrapped!) and thought it was a fun surprise! I didn't realize that there was a live action Peter Pan coming and this is a tie in to that movie. Written for elementary/middle schoolers it was an easy and quick read for me. It moved quick enough to keep......more

Goodreads review by Jessica on June 07, 2023

Peter Pan is one of my favorite books of all time. This story brought to light a character I didn't know I needed to learn more about until I started the book. I love the unique traits of her tribe as a native to the Island, and I especially love the heavy focus on trust and friendship as the underl......more

Goodreads review by Damita on April 22, 2025

Cherie Dimaline brings fresh magic to the world of Neverland in Tiger Lily and the Secret Treasure of Neverland, a beautifully reimagined adventure that centers the heart and bravery of a young Indigenous heroine. Set in a richly detailed world both familiar and revitalized, this story gives Tiger L......more

Goodreads review by Freya on March 03, 2024

Pretty good for a middle grade book but there weren't really any interesting themes and I agree with the reviews that say the plot moved too slowly. However, there were some passages where I enjoyed the prose. And I did like how Tiger Lily was fiercely loyal to her family and friends. I liked the de......more