Only a Monster: The captivating YA contemporary fantasy debut
Feb 2022 · Hachette UK
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In every story there is a hero and a monster.
'Mind-bending, heart wrenching, and unputdownable!' STEPHANIE GARBER
It should have been the perfect summer. Sent to stay with her eccentric family in London, Joan is determined to enjoy herself. She loves her job at the historic Holland House, and when her co-worker Nick asks her on a date, it feels like everything is falling into place. Then Joan learns the truth.
Her family aren't just eccentric: they're monsters, with terrifying, hidden powers.
And Nick isn't just a cute boy: he's a legendary monster slayer, who will do anything to bring them down.
To save herself and her family, Joan will have to do what she fears most: embrace her own monstrousness. Because in this story . . . she is not the hero.
Dive deep into the world of Only a Monster, where the line between monster and hero is razor thin: hidden worlds dwell in the shadows, beautiful monsters with untold powers walk among humans, and secrets are the most powerful weapon of all.
** Praise for Only a Monster **
'Darkly delicious fun' Natasha Ngan
'What a fantastic, immersive read - I couldn't stop turning the page!' Naomi Novik
'A captivating new voice in fantasy' Hafsah Faizal
'An absolute page-turner' Chloe Gong
'A fabulous start to a phenomenal new series' Adalyn Grace
'Mind-bending, heart wrenching, and unputdownable!' STEPHANIE GARBER
It should have been the perfect summer. Sent to stay with her eccentric family in London, Joan is determined to enjoy herself. She loves her job at the historic Holland House, and when her co-worker Nick asks her on a date, it feels like everything is falling into place. Then Joan learns the truth.
Her family aren't just eccentric: they're monsters, with terrifying, hidden powers.
And Nick isn't just a cute boy: he's a legendary monster slayer, who will do anything to bring them down.
To save herself and her family, Joan will have to do what she fears most: embrace her own monstrousness. Because in this story . . . she is not the hero.
Dive deep into the world of Only a Monster, where the line between monster and hero is razor thin: hidden worlds dwell in the shadows, beautiful monsters with untold powers walk among humans, and secrets are the most powerful weapon of all.
** Praise for Only a Monster **
'Darkly delicious fun' Natasha Ngan
'What a fantastic, immersive read - I couldn't stop turning the page!' Naomi Novik
'A captivating new voice in fantasy' Hafsah Faizal
'An absolute page-turner' Chloe Gong
'A fabulous start to a phenomenal new series' Adalyn Grace
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Andreea C.
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April 22, 2023
I simply love this book, in which every detail counts and forgetting is sometimes a blessing and sometimes a horrible joke at your expense. Every character has their place in my heart, but Aaron and Tom remain my favourites. The thought that we're getting a sequel fills me with joy.
Khanza Riyanti Al Ashr
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February 17, 2022
I don't have to say much except for that this book has been the best kind of heartache for me, I ♥️it & can't wait to read the sequel 😍 (Highly recommended)
Aprile Bartlett
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April 28, 2024
Great read unusual characters always love a book that you are excited to read about what's going to happen next but don't want to get to the end x
About the author
Vanessa Len is Australian author of Chinese-Malaysian and Maltese heritage. An educational editor, she has worked on everything from language learning programs to STEM resources, to professional learning for teachers. Vanessa is a graduate of the Clarion Workshop in San Diego, and currently lives in Melbourne. You can find her on Twitter at vanessa_writes and via her website at https://www.vanessalen.com
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