A Monster Calls

Brief Overview

The book «A Monster Calls» tells the story of a thirteen-year-old boy named Conor, who faces deep emotional turmoil due to his mother's illness. Every night, he is haunted by a nightmare in which he encounters a monster in the form of a giant yew tree. This monster visits him at 12:07 and tells him three stories, each carrying an important lesson. In return, the monster demands that Conor share his own truth. Through these encounters, Conor learns to cope with his fears, anger, and guilt, and comes to accept the inevitability of loss. The story explores themes of grief, acceptance, and the strength of the human spirit.