Only enhance her humanity.Ph’nglui mglw’nafh Cthulhu R’lyeh wgah’nagl fhtagn! Ahem. A smart, ambitious adventure, led by a heroine whose differences “Pays tribute to classic fairy tales while turning the tradition on its “This is a dazzling and unique once-upon-a-time about a girl who is part dragon, part bird, part cat, all hero.” - Natalie Lloyd, author of A Snicker of Magic “A marvel of storytelling alchemy.” - Anne Ursu, award-winning author of Breadcrumbs “A monster’s search for identity and redemption, with betrayal, lies, and madness at its core.” - Kirkus Reviews “Readers seeking a lengthy, thoughtful novel, particularly those who appreciate careful world building, will find this worth their time.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books “Guts, blood, and grim reality…Monstrous will keep young readers thinking about trust, good and evil, friendship and loyalty, and devotion to community.” - Booklist Patchwork skin, cat eyes, claws, wings, a barbed tail, and no memories…Connolly invokes fairy-tale elements with ease…The formidable theme of sacrifice resonates far beyond the finalĬreatures, mythology, and a bit of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein combine.” - School Library Journal Scientist father through a series of experiments that leave her with UponĪwakening, Kymera learns that she has been brought back to life by her “Connolly’s debut offers a premise both captivating and grotesque. Winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award.” With excellent pacing, Pressley keeps listeners engaged all the way to the breathtaking climax. The supporting characters are well voiced, and Pressley subtly changes her portrayal of each one as true identities and motives are uncovered. Narrator Brittany Pressley excels at balancing the protagonist’s innocence and questioning as she slowly uncovers her true purpose and her past…Pressley’s Kymera has just the right amount of emotion to tug at the heartstrings. “Weaving allusions to Frankenstein, magic, and fairy tales, Monstrous is a hypnotic listen.
but what he knows will change her world forever. Despite Kym's caution in going secretively, a boy named Ren sees and befriends her. Her mission is to rescue the girls of Bryre. Night is when Kymera comes to the city, with a cloak disguising her wings, the bolts in her neck, and her spiky tail. Because of his curse, girls sicken and disappear without a trace, and all live in fear. The city of Bryre suffers under the magic of an evil wizard. Reminiscent of Frankenstein and tales by the Brothers Grimm, this debut novel stands out as a compelling, original story that has the feel of a classic.
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