A Monster Calls (2011) by Patrick Ness

A Monster Calls is a poignant tale that explores the themes of grief, loss, and the complexities of growing up through the eyes of a young boy facing his mother's illness.
Rating: 4.8
Genres Fantasy, Young Adult, Drama
Original language: en
Stars
Conor O'Malley
The Monster
Conor's Mother
Conor's Grandmother
The Bully
Creators
Patrick Ness (author)
Jim Kay (author)
Siobhan Dowd (author)
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