Monsters of Rookhaven

In the book "The Monsters of Rookhhaven," Mirabelle, a monster, discovers that friendship can be found in the outside world, but as something more sinister comes to threaten them, it becomes clear that the true monsters aren't necessarily the ones you can see. This novel explores difference and empathy through the eyes of characters you won't want to let go.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 17 September 2020
Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Nominated for the 2022 CILIP Carnegie Medal, Waterstones Children's Book of the Month for October 2021, and Winner of the Honour Award for Fiction, KPMG Irish Children's Book Awards 2021, "The Monsters of Rookhhaven" is a captivating novel that delves into the depths of human nature and the complexities of morality. Set in the enchanting world of Rookhaven, Mirabelle, a young monster, has always known her difference. However, when the glamour that shields her unique family from the human world is torn, an orphaned brother and sister stumble upon Rookhaven, and Mirabelle quickly discovers the power of friendship and the beauty of the outside world.

But as a sinister threat looms over them, it becomes clear that the true monsters are not always the ones that are visible. Through the eyes of unforgettable characters, "The Monsters of Rookhhaven" explores the themes of difference and empathy, challenging readers to see beyond appearances and embrace the complexities of the human experience.

Pádraig Kenny's writing is masterful, with stunning imagery and a hauntingly atmospheric narrative that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Edward Bettison's illustrations add an extra layer of depth and emotion to the story, bringing the characters to life in a way that is both captivating and unforgettable.

"The Monsters of Rookhhaven" is a must-read for fans of fantasy, adventure, and those who seek to explore the darker corners of the human psyche. It is a magnificent, shadowy, gothic adventure full of heart and emotion, that will leave readers pondering the nature of good and evil long after the last page is turned.

Weight: 460g
Dimension: 144 x 223 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529050509