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A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness, Siobhan Dowd

A Monster Calls

Inspired by an idea from Siobhan Dowd

by Patrick Ness, Siobhan Dowd
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  • First Published:
  • Sep 27, 2011, 224 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Mar 2013, 224 pages
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nicky69

HImothy
This book was very good and scary.
Sarah T

The end becomes a new chapter.
Stunningly beautiful, but achingly heart wrenching. Conjures up evoking images and allows one's imagination to steam the story ahead. You don't want to hear the next stages, but is necessary - as is the need with grief. The resignation by the book's main character allows him to heal.
A must for anyone going through a similar experience as with anxiety and depression.
Amelie bandy

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I love this book so much and I really recommend it, it is amazing! ??
birdy_2006

I love this book
This books was so enjoyable I was sad it ended so fast. I would recommend this book a 100 percent to my friends.
ellouse

the monster calls
This book is great and always worth a read. I want to stop reading, it is a bit sad and maybe scary for some, but it was a great book from Patrick Ness and every one would love this book! And thank you for reading, have a read of THE MONSTER CALLS it is BRILLIANT !
Eizabeth rose

A Monster Calls
This book is thrilling at the beginning, then is calms for a while, then it changes almost completely! If you like books like that, this book may very well be for you.
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Diane S.

A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness
What an absolutely incredible and heartfelt book. Connor and his monster are unforgettable. Highly recommend. Although this is classified as YA, all ages will find this book and Connor endearing.
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