You must never tell anyone about monsters. A brilliantly compelling YA fantasy from a dazzling new Australian talent. Joan Chang-Hunt has no idea she's part monster until she's thrust into a battle between the boy she has a crush on and one of the most ruthless monster families of London. This engrossing debut will have YA readers longing to steal time just so they can devour the pages over and over again!' - Lynette Noni Read more ISBN Put down everything and read it!' - CS Pacat 'Only a Monster is captivating and unique and - dare I say it - utterly monstrous (in the best possible way). But most of all I love the way it turns the genre on its head. I loved the girl antihero at its centre, and the depth of the themes that it tackles. It's a page-turning YA adventure with breathtaking twists and a rich, dangerous setting. 'Vanessa Len's world of monsters and heroes is like nothing I've ever read, utterly fresh and unique. She'll have to embrace her own monstrousness if she is to save herself, and her family. And her rare and dangerous power means she's being hunted. Joan is drawn deeper into a world that simmers with hostilities, alliances and secrets. When the monsters of London are attacked, Joan is forced on the run with the ruthless Aaron Oliver, heir to a monster family who are sworn enemies of her own. And what's more, her summer crush Nick isn't just a cute boy - he's hiding a secret as well a secret that places Joan in terrible danger. The Hunts are one of twelve families in London with terrifying, hidden powers. Right? Every family has its secrets, but the summer Joan Chang-Hunt goes to stay with her Gran in London, she learns hers is bigger than most. Only a Monster (Paperback, Large type / large print edition) Because in this story.she is not the hero.Dive deep into the world of Only a Monster: hidden worlds dwell in the shadows, beautiful monsters with untold powers walk among humans, and secrets are the most powerful weapon of all. Joan has just learned the truth: her family are monsters, with terrifying, hidden powers.And the cute boy at work isn't just a boy: he's a legendary monster slayer, who will do anything to destroy her family.To save herself and her family, Joan will have to do what she fears most: embrace her own monstrousness. The sweeping romance of Passenger meets the dark fantasy edge of This Savage Song in this stunning contemporary fantasy debut from Vanessa Len, where the line between monster and hero is razor thin.Don't forget the rule. Only a Monster (Trade Paperback / Paperback)
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