A Monster Calls
A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness is a Bound for Schools & Libraries edition published by Turtleback on March 12, 2013. This 204-page book presents a darkly humorous and poignant narrative centered around a thirteen-year-old boy named Conor, who encounters an unexpected monster outside his window. This creature, unlike the one from Conor’s recurring nightmares, is ancient and wild, and it seeks something profound from him—his truth amidst the turmoil of his mother’s serious illness.
Readers will find a story that explores themes of death, grief, and the complexities of family relationships. As Conor grapples with his fears and the reality of his mother’s condition, the narrative delves into the emotional landscape of loss and the monsters that can manifest in both life and imagination. This edition offers an insightful look into the challenges faced by young individuals dealing with difficult social topics, making it a significant addition to discussions surrounding health and bereavement.
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An unflinching, darkly funny, and deeply moving story of a boy, his seriously ill mother, and an unexpected monstrous visitor.
At seven minutes past midnight, thirteen-year-old Conor wakes to find a monster outside his bedroom window. But it isn’t the monster Conor’s been expecting– he’s been expecting the one from his nightmare, the nightmare he’s had nearly every night since his mother started her treatments. The monster in his backyard is different. It’s ancient. And wild. And it wants something from Conor. Something terrible and dangerous. It wants the truth. From the final idea of award-winning author Siobhan Dowd– whose premature death from cancer prevented her from writing it herself– Patrick Ness has spun a haunting and darkly funny novel of mischief, loss, and monsters both real and imagined.
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