Overview
"IngramSpark Bestselling Indie Young Adult Fiction Book A Kirkus Review's Best Book Booklife Prize Semi-Finalist ""Why does everything have to be so complicated? Why? Monsters! That's why! They stick their scungy little noses into everything!"" In this gripping tale, twelve-year-old Sam's innocent quest to help his troubled older brother, quickly spirals into a battle with his own inner monster. After a life-altering accident awakens Sam's beast, his once well-intentioned actions wreak havoc on his relationships, including with the girl he loves. When he uncovers the family secret that triggered his brother's downward spiral, Sam realizes someone else also has a monster and the hideous beast did something really bad. With his world spiraling out of control, Sam struggles to find balance and along the way discovers hidden strengths and the power of compassion. In this thrilling book, the stakes are high as Sam confront the truth about himself and those around him. Full of heart-pounding suspense and emotional depth, ""Making Friends With Monsters"" is a powerful story of self-discovery, resilience, and the transformative power of friendship. Readers of all ages will be captivated by Sam's harrowing journey as he grapples with the complexities of life and finds the courage to confront the monstrous shadows that haunt us all. Themes: Suicidal ideas, death of a family member, animal death, family dysfunction, and severe bodily trauma."
Full Product Details
Author: Sandra L Rostirolla
Publisher: Pinkus Books
Imprint: Pinkus Books
Edition: Large type / large print edition
Dimensions:
Width: 14.00cm
, Height: 1.70cm
, Length: 21.60cm
Weight: 0.381kg
ISBN: 9780999189184
ISBN 10: 0999189182
Pages: 300
Publication Date: 04 April 2023
Recommended Age: From 13 to 18 years
Audience:
Young adult
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Teenage / Young adult
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Reviews
An urgent, unflinching YA novel about the monsters of depression and family dysfunction. - Booklife Editor's Pick Equal parts heartbreaking and hopeful...The monster motif is ingenious. - Clarion Reviews Utterly engaging and rewarding. - Kirkus Reviews An amazing book that everyone can benefit from. - Ginny Null, R.S. Kellis High School Library
Author Information
"Sandra is an award-winning YA author (CIBAs Dante Rossetti Award, Author Academy Award, Literary Classics Award, & Eric Hoffer Award - Finalist). Her books include the YA/Fantasy Trilogy: ""The Cecilia Series"" and the upcoming YA/Coming of Age: ""Making Friends With Monsters."" Born is Sydney, Australia, she presently resides in Los Angeles, CA."
