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A review by linkalipski
A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
This is an amazing story! Simple and easy to read yet reaches deep inside of you. I weeped a great deal, so much so that my sleeve was proper wet at the end of the book and my eyes tired from the experience.
And while this is a heart breaking story (I was warned as to it’s sadness) don’t be put off as it’s well worth a read! Especially for those people whose life is more challenging than that of others.
The teachings of the monster are brilliant and truly wise, exposing the nuance of fairness in life and the paradox of conflicting emotions and desires. The story doesn’t shy away from BIG emotions with problematic behaviours and tell them from the most human perspective.
Greatly recommend!
And while this is a heart breaking story (I was warned as to it’s sadness) don’t be put off as it’s well worth a read! Especially for those people whose life is more challenging than that of others.
The teachings of the monster are brilliant and truly wise, exposing the nuance of fairness in life and the paradox of conflicting emotions and desires. The story doesn’t shy away from BIG emotions with problematic behaviours and tell them from the most human perspective.
Greatly recommend!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief