Monster

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Monster by Walter Dean Myers follows the story of Steve Harmon, a 16-year-old aspiring filmmaker, as he navigates his trial for a robbery gone wrong. The novel creatively unfolds through Steve’s own screenplay and diary entries, providing a gripping exploration of his inner thoughts and the complex world of the justice system. This compelling narrative challenges readers to ponder themes of identity, perception, and truth.
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This book may appeal to you if you're interested in gripping courtroom dramas and psychological explorations of a young man's struggle for identity. Set against the backdrop of a murder trial, it offers a unique narrative style that includes a blend of screenplay and diary formats, perfect for readers who enjoy both dynamic storytelling and thought-provoking themes about justice and perception.

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Monster

This New York Times bestselling novel from acclaimed author Walter Dean Myers tells the story of Steve Harmon, a teenage boy in juvenile detention and on trial.

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While on trial as an accomplice to a murder, sixteen-year-old Steve Harmon records his experiences in prison and in the courtroom in the form of a film script as he tries to come to terms with the course his life has taken.

Monster provides a gripping portrayal of a young man's struggle with his identity and the justice system, capturing the complexity of his emotions and the harrowing reality of his circumstances.

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Monster by Walter Dean Myers receives praise for its gripping and powerful narrative, capturing readers with its chilling courtroom drama and thought-provoking moral questions. Reviewers commend the novel's authenticity and emotional impact, highlighting its appeal for a wide teen audience and its distinctive format and style, ensuring it leaves a lasting impression.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780064407311

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 September 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Amistad Press

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 181.0mm

Weight: 233g

Pages: 336

About the Author

Michael L. Printz Award winner and Margaret A. Edwards Award recipient Walter Dean Myers is a five-time winner of the Coretta Scott King Award. He is the author of Handbook for Boys; Patrol: An American Soldier in Vietnam; Monster; Bad Boy: A Memoir; and the Newbery Honor Books, Scorpions and Somewhere in the Darkness. He lives in Jersey City, NJ, with his family. You can visit Walter Dean Myers online at www.walterdeanmyersbooks.com.

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