A Monster Calls [NOOK Book]

Moving, thoughful, and inspiring

I bought this book mainly because I loved Patrick Ness' other books. I was a little surprised after finishing it and realized it had really touched me in a very real way. Mind you, I am in my forties and like young adult novels because they are easy reads. "Monster" is an easy read, but so thought provoking and emotional it felt like it was much more. My ten year old daughter is reading it now and thouroughly enjoying it as well. Highly recomended.

7 out of 7 people found this review helpful.

a masterpiece

Wow. I don't think any book has made me cry this hard (well, except for his Chaos Walking trilogy, that is). This book is poignant and beautiful. And REAL. Cancer has been in my life, and so this book struck a (really sad and deep) chord with me. Ness can really work his words, too. He has become my favorite author, hands down. This book is a masterpiece.

5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

Great story and illustrations

Don't dismiss this book because it is a Teen novel. It is a powerful story of love and grieving that grabs you and won't let you go.

5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.

AMAZING

This book is the most amazing influential book I have read in a long while. Patrick Ness has an uncanny ability to reach his readers through his simple yet powerful words. Loved it.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

An evocative story for all ages! Grade: A+ or 5 solid stars Th

An evocative story for all ages!

Grade: A+ or 5 solid stars

This is a young adult novel with a simple enough beginning and an incredibly powerful ending! I'm almost at a loss for words.

This is a story about a thirteen year old boy named Conor O'Malley. He's experiencing anger, anxiety, hope, and pain as his mother battles cancer. Bullies at school are tormenting him. His friends and teachers act as if he is invisible. Conor's father has moved on to a new family and provides limited support. His grandmother is abrasive and seemingly insensitive. This poor kid's life is falling apart!

Conor O'Malley's voice is strong throughout the book. I felt his every emotion. The author pulled me through this book, never making anything too obvious. Conor's revelation at the end is heart-wrenching.

There are two monsters in this story, the one from his secret nightmare and the one who comes calling. I'm not sure why some readers have this listed as horror. The monsters are merely expressions of Conor's fear and anger. Nothing scary!

I believe the intent of A Monster Calls is to share the emotions surrounding dying and death from the perspective of a child. Patrick Ness accomplishes this endeavor gracefully. Even though I knew what was coming this story packed quite a wallop. This is a wonderful book suitable for young adults and older readers. Please be sure to have a box of tissues handy. You will need them!

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Unbelievable!!!

This has to be the best book I've read this year! I'd highly recommend it to a child 11 yrs or older, as long as they can handle stories dealing with loved-ones with incurable illnesses.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Read reviews AFTER you read the book

This is an excellent book and should be read by one and all. I bought the book because of MR. Ness and knew nothing about the story ahead of time. I truly think that is how it should be read so I will give NOTHING away about the book, except that, you won't be dissappointed..

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

Amazing book in my opinion. I have been reading it almost non st

Amazing book in my opinion. I have been reading it almost non stop since I got it and just finished it. I am absolutely blown away with how beautifully this short book was written. I was in awe at the writing mixed with the emotions and especially the illustrations. This book will truly leave an impact on anyone who reads it and can even just slightly relate. Just WOW! Extraordinary piece of work! Just because it's a "young adults" book doesn't mean it shouldn't be given a chance. I recommend that EVERYONE should give this book a chance if you have't. It may be a children's book, but never once does it not touch on a very real and potentially adult topic. I will definitely be reading this again!! 

I finished this book yesterday and it's been sitting in my mind

I finished this book yesterday and it's been sitting in my mind and on my heart ever since. What should I say about it? I will say this - if you are ever in need of a good therapeutic cry, read this book.

Patrick Ness tells a gripping, raw, and (somehow) beautiful story of a child who is losing his mother to cancer. This book is dark. It is dark because it is real. The author doesn't paint any shiny pictures of what's like experience the slow, painful death of a loved one. I appreciated that Ness didn't water down or white wash any of the secret feelings and impulses we have in a time of grieving. This story is powerful in it's honesty. I especially loved the interplay between the text and the illustrations. Therefore, I highly recommend that you read a printed copy, rather than the ebook.

GREAT READ A MUST READ!

GREAT READ A MUST READ!

so I read this book in 2 hours. I had some quiet time and went

so I read this book in 2 hours. I had some quiet time and went for it! I loved it! Patrick Ness is one of my favorite authors so I knew I would love this one and I wasn't disappointed. It's pretty heavy stuff so be prepared for that, but the description makes that clear I think. If you, or someone you know, is going through any kind of grief or hardship, I would definitely recommend this. It is amazing.

A very good book!

If you get teary eyed easily you may not want to read but this book was very good. The graphics are amazing and the plot itself was suspenceful without being able to not guess the ending. If you want a short read or if you need this for school (i needed it for my college english class) this is your book.

Good read.

A Monster Calls is probably one of the best books I've ever read, with a story that pulls you in, and characters that I have throughly enjoyed, I would (and have) strongly reccomend to anybody looking for a good read. Easy too, and good for teens, I'm 16 and I finished A Monster Calls in one day. Enjoy, I hope my review was satisfactory!

so cool

This book grabed my attention

Amazing

I loved this book and still do its painful to read at times but I loved it just the same because of just how amazing the story is. It is a deep piece that caused me to stop and tjink about the way I live my life. Also it is a great story not very happy maybe but still for those of you who have read because of Winn Dixie its melancholy just like the candy

Hannah abbott

I am a girl( i know the name gives it away) and i have read millions of sad books, books that make every one cry when they read it, and i dont cry. Just because im a girl doesnt mean i have cry at every thing. It is hard to make a book to make me cry and that is what this book did. One of the best books. Also try the knife of never letting go by this author. Whoever wrote im your boggest fan.

One of the best books I've ever read. Really digs deep psycholog

One of the best books I've ever read. Really digs deep psychologically. So much more than I had ever expected when I first got this book.

Creative, atmospheric and touching

This book was a little slow starting. At first, it seemed lacking a sense of place. But soon, the story was all there was and ever needed to be. Highly imaginative amidst emotional chaos. Not your average cancer-and-grief book. Recommended for storytelling alone.

My favorite book in the whole world! This book made me angry, l

My favorite book in the whole world!

This book made me angry, laugh and cry...(but in a good way!) The characters were rich and well thought out. What surprised me most was how much I enjoyed the Monster... Not to mention the excellent plot, as well!

I definitely recommend this book for ages 10+!

Beautiful.

Patrick Ness once again has proven why he's quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. Moving, poetic, heartbreaking. He writes from the heart and will capture yours.