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Monstrilio
by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
dark
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
"Monstrilio" is an incredibly weird book. A mother takes a piece of her dead son's lung and feeds it, which results in a new creature. The story focuses on grief, parenthood, and identity. I was completely enthralled with this story. It was just so bizarre and sad, and I wanted to know what would happen to everyone so badly. The story is so well-crafted, and I can't believe this book is a debut.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Violence