Frances and the Monster
Frances and the Monster by Refe Tuma is a middle grade novel published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2022. This 352-page book follows Frances Stenzel, a young girl who inadvertently brings a monster to life while trying to prove her scientific abilities to her parents. As the creature wreaks havoc in her town, Frances embarks on an adventurous quest to capture it, accompanied by her pet chimp and a sarcastic robot tutor.
Readers will find a blend of action and adventure as Frances navigates challenges posed by a persistent constable and angry townsfolk while forming unexpected friendships. The story intertwines elements of survival and mystery, presenting a unique twist on classic themes of friendship and new experiences. With its engaging narrative, Frances and the Monster invites readers to explore thrilling escapades and the complexities of growing up.
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“A joy to read!” — New York Times bestselling author Margaret Peterson Haddix
What would you do if you accidentally brought a monster to life and set him loose on your town
Adventurous and charming, this middle grade twist on Frankenstein features a precocious main character who does just that. Perfect for fans of Serafina and the Black Cloak and the Greenglass House series.
Frances Stenzel was just trying to prove her scientific worth to her parents so they would take her with them to their scientific symposiums for once–instead, she reawakened her great-grandfather’s secret and most terrible invention.
Before it can destroy the town, she sets off after it, with her pet chimp and sarcastic robot tutor by her side. But monster-hunting isn’t easy, and she’ll have to face a persistent constable, angry locals, and an unexpected friendship ahead–all while the trail for the monster goes cold and time is running out before her science career, and the city itself, are doomed forever.
Full of thrills and heart alike, Frances and the Monster takes readers through winding streets and over perilous rooftops, with wily monsters, unpredictable twists, and powerful friendships waiting along the way.
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