A review by abbe3
Last Night I Sang to the Monster by Benjamin Alire Sáenz

dark emotional hopeful inspiring reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

An emotional and beautiful book about addiction, recovery, emotions and male vulnerability and love. <Spoiler> I was especially touched about Zach's relationships with all the men in his life, Adam, Rafael, Sharkey, M. Garcia, Amit. With help from the men he learned to express his emotions and to know both that he is loved and that he loves. Watching him go from sadness to realizing happiness and love is also written on his heart. I found it to be a beautiful depiction of male vulnerability, emotions and love. And the end was inspiring and beautiful. </Spoiler>