Mary: The Adventures of Mary Shelley's Great-Great-Great-Great-Great-Granddaughter: The Adventures of Mary Shelley's Great-Great-Great-Great-Great-Granddaughter

In the book "Mary Shelley and the Harpy," a teenage girl discovers she has the power to heal monsters like her famous ancestor, Mary Shelley. With the help of a mysterious stranger, a Harpy, and her best friend, she must uncover her family's darkest secret to save the monster world.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 04 January 2021
Publisher: Six Foot Press

A 2021 YALSA Great Graphic Novels for Teens pick, "Mary Shelley and the Harpy" follows the story of an angsty teenager named Mary Shelley, who is disinterested in carrying on her family's renowned legacy of being a great writer. However, she soon discovers that she possesses a not-so-celebrated and super-secret Shelley power to heal monsters, just like her famous ancestor. These monsters are determined to not let her ignore her true calling, and they persistently confront her.

Despite the expectations placed upon her by her mother, aunt, and grandmother, who are all successful writers, Mary feels that she doesn't possess the necessary skills or qualities to excel in the world of literature. She often struggles to stay awake in class and finds herself disconnected from her peers.

One fateful night, Mary is confronted with a whole new destiny when she encounters a mysterious and mysteriously cute Harpy. The Harpy reveals to Mary that she has the ability to heal monsters, and they demand her assistance in saving the monster world.

Determined to fulfill her newfound responsibility, Mary embarks on a journey with the help of a mysterious stranger, a possessed stuffed bunny, and her best friend, Rhonda. Together, they must uncover their family's darkest secret if they are to save the monster world and themselves.

As Mary delves deeper into her family's past, she discovers that her ancestor, Mary Shelley, was a powerful witch who used her magic to create monsters. However, her intentions were not always benevolent, and she was eventually consumed by her own creations.

Through her journey, Mary learns to embrace her own powers and uses them to heal the monsters she encounters. She also discovers the importance of empathy and compassion, and how these qualities can help her connect with others and make a positive impact on the world.

In the end, Mary emerges as a hero, using her powers to save the monster world and herself. She has learned that true greatness lies not in fame or recognition, but in the ability to use one's talents and abilities to make a difference in the world.

"Mary Shelley and the Harpy" is a captivating and empowering story that encourages readers to embrace their own unique abilities and to never be afraid to follow their dreams. It is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of adversity.

Weight: 330g
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781644420294