Summary - A Monster Calls: Based On The Book By Patrick Ness

SUMMARY

A MONSTER CALLS

BASED ON THE BOOK BY PATRICK NESS

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: SPEEDY LIBRARY

CONTENT

The Nightmare and the Monster's Arrival

Reality and the Aftermath

School and Social Struggles

Three Stories Begin

The First Tale: The Prince and the Queen

The Second Tale: The Apothecary and the Parson

Consequences and a Glimmer of Hope

The Third Tale: The Invisible Man

Facing the Truth

Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"A Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness, tells the story of Conor, a young boy grappling with his mother's terminal illness and the nightmares that plague him. One night, he is visited by a monster in the form of a yew tree, who promises to tell him three stories if Conor tells him a fourth.

As the monster shares tales of moral ambiguity, Conor is forced to confront complex emotions and uncomfortable truths about himself. He is feeling invisible, and must deal with the impact of his mother's condition. Conor's journey explores themes of grief, loss, truth, and the power of stories to heal. The monster serves as a catalyst for Conor's emotional growth, guiding him toward acceptance and understanding.

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Release date

Audiobook: March 6, 2025