A review by mariaslibrary
Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova

dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I did not expect to both start and finish this book in the same day. I tried to put it down but just kept licking it right back up. 

What a complex, heart wrenching, personally very familiar portrait of grief and love.

I also saw a strong lesson regarding parents having a vision of who their kids should be and the need to let that dream die and instead  love & accept them for who they actually are.

I absolutely loved the multiple pov format. It suited this story so perfectly. So impressed with this book. Well done.