Lost in the Never Woods

A New York Times-Bestseller!

When children start to go missing in the local woods, a teen girl must face her fears and a past she can't remember to rescue them in this New York Times-bestselling YA novel from the author of Cemetery Boys and The Sunbearer Trials.

It’s been five years since Wendy and her two brothers went missing in the woods, but when the town’s children start to disappear, the questions surrounding her brothers’ mysterious circumstances are brought back into the light. Attempting to flee her past, Wendy almost runs over an unconscious boy lying in the middle of the road...

Peter, a boy she thought lived only in her stories, asks for Wendy’s help to rescue the missing kids. But, in order to find them, Wendy must confront what’s waiting for her in the woods.


Praise for Aiden Thomas and Cemetery Boys:

“This stunning debut novel from Thomas is detailed, heart-rending, and immensely romantic.” —Mark Oshiro, author of Anger is a Gift

“Aiden Thomas masterfully weaves a tale of family, friendships, and love in a heartwarming adventure full of affirmation and being your best self." — C.B. Lee, author of Not Your Sidekick

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Lost in the Never Woods

A New York Times-Bestseller!

When children start to go missing in the local woods, a teen girl must face her fears and a past she can't remember to rescue them in this New York Times-bestselling YA novel from the author of Cemetery Boys and The Sunbearer Trials.

It’s been five years since Wendy and her two brothers went missing in the woods, but when the town’s children start to disappear, the questions surrounding her brothers’ mysterious circumstances are brought back into the light. Attempting to flee her past, Wendy almost runs over an unconscious boy lying in the middle of the road...

Peter, a boy she thought lived only in her stories, asks for Wendy’s help to rescue the missing kids. But, in order to find them, Wendy must confront what’s waiting for her in the woods.


Praise for Aiden Thomas and Cemetery Boys:

“This stunning debut novel from Thomas is detailed, heart-rending, and immensely romantic.” —Mark Oshiro, author of Anger is a Gift

“Aiden Thomas masterfully weaves a tale of family, friendships, and love in a heartwarming adventure full of affirmation and being your best self." — C.B. Lee, author of Not Your Sidekick

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Lost in the Never Woods

Lost in the Never Woods

by Aiden Thomas
Lost in the Never Woods

Lost in the Never Woods

by Aiden Thomas

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Lost in the Never Woods is the YA Peter Pan reimagining we didn’t know we needed. Darkly atmospheric, Aiden Thomas’ sophomore novel follows a modern-day Peter Pan and Wendy as they work to uncover the truth behind a frightening series of disappearances in Wendy’s hometown. Mystery, intrigue and magical realism abound in this haunting twist on a classic tale.

A New York Times-Bestseller!

When children start to go missing in the local woods, a teen girl must face her fears and a past she can't remember to rescue them in this New York Times-bestselling YA novel from the author of Cemetery Boys and The Sunbearer Trials.

It’s been five years since Wendy and her two brothers went missing in the woods, but when the town’s children start to disappear, the questions surrounding her brothers’ mysterious circumstances are brought back into the light. Attempting to flee her past, Wendy almost runs over an unconscious boy lying in the middle of the road...

Peter, a boy she thought lived only in her stories, asks for Wendy’s help to rescue the missing kids. But, in order to find them, Wendy must confront what’s waiting for her in the woods.


Praise for Aiden Thomas and Cemetery Boys:

“This stunning debut novel from Thomas is detailed, heart-rending, and immensely romantic.” —Mark Oshiro, author of Anger is a Gift

“Aiden Thomas masterfully weaves a tale of family, friendships, and love in a heartwarming adventure full of affirmation and being your best self." — C.B. Lee, author of Not Your Sidekick


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781250821218
Publisher: Square Fish
Publication date: 09/08/2026
Pages: 384
Product dimensions: 5.38(w) x 8.25(h) x 1.00(d)
Age Range: 13 - 18 Years

About the Author

About The Author

Aiden Thomas is a trans, Latinx, New York Times Bestselling Author with an MFA in Creative Writing from Mills College. Originally from Oakland, California, they now make their home in the Pacific NW. Aiden is notorious for not being able to guess the endings of books and movies, and organizes their bookshelves by color. Their books include the Sunbearer Duology, Cemetery Boys, and Lost in the Never Woods.

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