The Bee's Bookshelf discussion

We'll use this thread to post questions about Hook's Revenge as well as to share our reactions/thoughts/favorite moments, etc.

Here's my first question: Who do you think the narrator is, and why do they know so much about Jocelyn and Captain Hook? (I'm dying to know what you guys think!)

I am not sure. At first I thought it was the grandpa, but he's not really in the story that much. I'm very curious! You know, there is a sequel! We should read it!

Olivia wrote: "I am not sure. At first I thought it was the grandpa, but he's not really in the story that much. I'm very curious! You know, there is a sequel! We should read it!"

That's a great thought, Olivia! I've been wondering if the identity of the narrator will be revealed in the second book. I'm on board to read it if you guys are!

Definitely.

Now that we're one week into August, I hope most of you have had a chance to start reading Hook's Revenge. The following quote comes up in chapter eight, and I would love to hear your thoughts:

"In this regard, the late Lord Wellesley's library proved to be quite helpful, allowing [Roger and Jocelyn] to live a lifetime of daring deeds in paper and ink."

Roger and Jocelyn rely on stories to help them escape the reality of their daily lives. Jocelyn even references famous stories she's read throughout the book, including the great epic "The Odyssey." What stories do you rely on for adventure?

I'm on page 100 and I keep thinking the narrator is Tinker Bell. Something about the disdain for cats made me wonder...

Noelle wrote: "I'm on page 100 and I keep thinking the narrator is Tinker Bell. Something about the disdain for cats made me wonder..."

Oooo, I hadn't even considered that but it makes a lot of sense! I really like this theory.

Molly wrote: "We'll use this thread to post questions about Hook's Revenge as well as to share our reactions/thoughts/favorite moments, etc.

Here's my first question: Who do you think the narrator is, and why d..."

At first, I thought the narrator was Mr. Smee, because the narrator claims to be the foremost authority on Captain Hook. Now, however, I think it could be Dirty Bob. The narrator's voice sounds more like his character.

Molly wrote: "Now that we're one week into August, I hope most of you have had a chance to start reading Hook's Revenge. The following quote comes up in chapter eight, and I would love to hear your thoughts:

"I..."

Every story is an adventure. (I'm a Language Arts teacher, I have to say that. LOL)

I just finished Hook's Revenge, and I am thoroughly bothered that the identity of the narrator was never revealed. However, this is what I do know: the narrator is most definitely a "he" (now an old man) who is familiar with sailing, crime, and Captain Hook; he hates cats and dislikes children (maybe people in general); he has a dog named Gregory who serves as his "butler" of sorts.
My guess is that the narrator is one of the Darling boys (maybe one of Wendy's brothers) who had a bunch of adventures in Neverland, including becoming a pirate, and has now grown up. His love for his old dog Nana led him to adopt Gregory, and he now spends his days reminiscing about his previous adventures.

Can't be Tink because the narrator often refers to himself as male. And old. Hmmmm... perhaps he's just another guy from another When who heard this tale and tells it.

I'm really enjoying reading everyone's theories about the narrator's identity. I agree with Julia—I thought that we would find out his identity by the end of the book, and I was a little grumpy when that didn't happen. It's cool watching everyone piece together clues from the book to try and figure out the mystery. We've ruled out Tink (and all women), and we have some really good guesses regarding either Dirty Bob or one of the Darling Boys. I'm curious to see if his identity is revealed in Hook's Revenge: The Pirate Code.

Joy wrote: "Every story is an adventure. (I'm a Language Arts teacher, I have to say that. LOL)"

Cool! What grade do you teach? (And I'm inclined to agree with you!)

Molly wrote: "Now that we're one week into August, I hope most of you have had a chance to start reading Hook's Revenge. The following quote comes up in chapter eight, and I would love to hear your thoughts:

"I..."

Anytime I need a little adventure I find myself rereading J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" trilogy. Merry, Pippin, and I have had many an adventure since I was a kid!

Julia wrote: "I just finished Hook's Revenge, and I am thoroughly bothered that the identity of the narrator was never revealed. However, this is what I do know: the narrator is most definitely a "he" (now an ol..."

I really love this theory, and I think it would add a fun, even deeper layer to the connection between Heidi Schulz's Neverland adventures and the original story by J.M. Barrie. Maybe we'll find out for sure in the sequel!

We're in our final week of August (can you believe time has flown so quickly?) and I love the conversations that are happening and the words that are being shared from Hook's Revenge. In our final week, I have one more discussion question for you:

I loved the scene in chapter 34 when Jocelyn is given the choice to remain with the fairies (and be immortal) or to be granted any other wish. In case you haven't gotten that far yet, I won't tell you what she chooses, but I'd love to hear what you would do in her shoes. Does being a fairy forever and ever appeal to you, or would you ask the Queen for another wish? What would you wish for?

Molly wrote: "We're in our final week of August (can you believe time has flown so quickly?) and I love the conversations that are happening and the words that are being shared from Hook's Revenge. In our final ..."


I would actually choose to remain a human, because no matter how appealing that may be, sometimes you just don't want to live forever or be treated like a royal (especially when you are a pirate!) plus, fairies are immortal, and I wouldn't want to be bored for such a long time!

I would probably ask the Queen to make there be peace on earth, no criminals, no sad faces, etc.

Yagyesha wrote: "I would actually choose to remain a human, because no matter how appealing that may be, sometimes you just don't want to live forever or be treated like a royal (especially when you are a pirate!) plus, fairies are immortal, and I wouldn't want to be bored for such a long time!

I would probably ask the Queen to make there be peace on earth, no criminals, no sad faces, etc. "

I really like your answer! I think I would choose to remain human, as well. I think you're right-- being immortal would probably get boring after awhile. I think the harder choice would be what wish I would want granted. I would be tempted to choose an answer like yours and try to make the world a better place, but wouldn't it also be fun to wish for something super-fun like unlimited ice cream? :)

Molly wrote: "

Thanks! And the ice-cream wish would be kinda tempting. Except my teeth would go bad, and I would get bored of eating ice-cream day after day after day.

One can never get tired of ice cream, Yagyesha! I think it would be very fun (and maybe sometimes helpful) to be a fairy, but I don't fancy only being able to feel one emotion at a time. I would want the option to turn back into a human whenever I wanted. If that's an acceptable wish, then that would be great! By the way, the Dreamhouse Kings series by Robert Liparulo is a great series if you're looking for adventure. The first time I read it, I was glued to the edge of my seat. I felt like it was actually happening!

Olivia wrote: "One can never get tired of ice cream, Yagyesha! I think it would be very fun (and maybe sometimes helpful) to be a fairy, but I don't fancy only being able to feel one emotion at a time. I would wa..."

I love your wish, Olivia! Such a clever and tricky way to get the best of both worlds. And thanks so much for the book recommendation—I'll have to add it to my reading list!

You're welcome.

I think the narrator is the fairy meriwether because he is pretty small and he could spy on Captain Hook and Jocelyn. Also, I would wish to stay human but be immortal.

Arnav wrote: "I think the narrator is the fairy meriwether because he is pretty small and he could spy on Captain Hook and Jocelyn. Also, I would wish to stay human but be immortal."

Thanks for your great answers, Arnav! I think you might be on to something with your guess about a fairy being the narrator. It would be really easy for someone that small to spy on the main characters. I also really like your wish—it seems like a creative way to get exactly what you want.