A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness

A boy confronts grief through a monstrous visitor

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Conor has been having the same nightmare since his mother's illness began, but the monster that comes to his window is different from the one he fears. Ancient, wild and demanding, it offers stories and insists on something Conor struggles to give: the truth. As difficulties at home and school leave him increasingly isolated, their encounters force him to face feelings he cannot easily admit. Written by Patrick Ness from an original idea by Siobhan Dowd, this novel combines the power of a dark fairy tale with an intimate exploration of love, anger and the fear of losing someone.