Monstersona
Monstersona by Chloe Spencer, published by Tiny Ghost Press on February 14, 2023, is a young adult fiction novel that explores themes of identity and resilience. The story follows 16-year-old Riley Grishin, who relocates from Portland, Oregon, to the small town of Little Brook, Maine, after her parents’ divorce. As she navigates her new environment, Riley finds herself drawn to her enigmatic classmate, Aspen Montehugh. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when a mysterious monster threatens their town, forcing Riley and her dog, Tigger, to flee in her pickup truck alongside Aspen.
Readers will find a blend of science fiction and romance as Riley and Aspen embark on a cross-country road trip, pursued by dangerous forces and uncovering unsettling truths about themselves and their circumstances. The novel delves into the complexities of friendship and self-discovery against a backdrop of suspense and adventure. With a page count of 212, this edition is presented in English, inviting readers to engage with its unique take on the young adult genre while addressing LGBTQ themes and the concept of inner monsters.
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There’s a little monster in all of us.
After her parents’ divorce, 16 year old Riley Grishin is forced to move from Portland, Oregon all the way to Little Brook, Maine, a small town that serves as the headquarters for Titan Technologies, an international tech laboratory. Having left her friends and father behind, Riley spends most of her days running through the woods with her dog Tigger, and eavesdropping on her classmates-in particular, the gorgeous, but very strange, Aspen Montehugh.
On the night of the homecoming game, Riley wakes up to find her town on fire, terrorized by an unseen monster. With flames spreading rapidly, Riley and Tigger have no choice but to pile into her beat-up pickup truck and flee. Speeding out of town, they come across the only other survivor: Aspen.
When Riley and Aspen finally reach safety, they realize something far more sinister is afoot. According to the news, all other Titan Tech laboratories on the East Coast have been attacked. And even worse, they’re being followed by an SUV with blacked out windows. With all air travel grounded, Riley has no way to fly back to her dad, so she and Aspen embark on a cross country road trip, all the while pursued by men with guns, mad scientists, and the monstrous truth. Slowly, Riley realizes something’s not quite right with Aspen, which puts her feelings for her-and her own humanity-to the ultimate test.
Thelma and Louise meet Godzilla in this queer sci-fi adventure, that will appeal to fans of Erik. J Brown’s All That’s Left In The World and Charlotte Nicole Davies’ The Good Luck Girls.
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