Summer of Monsters

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The Scandalous Story of Mary Shelley

By Tony Thompson

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Summer of Monsters by Tony Thompson is a captivating young adult novel that explores the tumultuous teenage years of Mary Shelley. Set against the backdrop of a transformative summer, it delves into Shelley's complex relationships and the vivid imagination that ultimately leads to her creating the iconic tale of Frankenstein. The story intricately weaves together historical details and fiction, offering a compelling glimpse into the life and mind of a literary genius.
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You might enjoy this intriguing Young Adult novel if you're fascinated by historical figures and curious about the darker side of creativity. Blending fact with fiction, it delves into Mary Shelley's life and the inspirations behind her iconic monster creation, offering an absorbing look at her extraordinary imagination.

Summer of Monsters

Mary Shelley felt she'd never escape the shadow of her famous parents. Overlooked and unwanted, no one predicted it would be sixteen-year-old Mary herself who would scandalise a nation. Against acceptable behaviour for young women at the time, Mary's choices have gone down in history. It was indeed a summer of monsters.

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Mary's life began in shadow. Unwanted and overlooked, her desire was to make something of her existence. So how would meeting a young poet change her path forever?

Scandal. Passion. Desire. Mary's choices were clear, but would she ever be free of her loneliness?

Tony Thompson's enthralling novel explores Mary Shelley's early life and the famous summer she spent with Percy Shelley, Lord Byron, John Polidori, and her stepsister Claire Clairmont, which inspired her iconic novel Frankenstein.

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This modern take on a classic tale captivates readers with its energetic narrative and vibrant dialogue. Tony Thompson's characters, particularly Mary and Percy, are brought to life with authenticity and wit, appealing to fans of Frankenstein. The story provides a fresh perspective on Mary Shelley's inspirations and captures the dynamics between her and her contemporaries, making it compelling for readers interested in literature's influential figures.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742032252

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 September 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: Black Dog Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 318g

Pages: 336

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Tony Thompson Young Adult

About the Author

Tony Thompson grew up in Toronto, Canada. He attended Trent University where he hosted his own radio show, wrote short stories and strongly identified with Shakespeare's Prince Hal. After he collected his degree, he headed overseas for a short trip that has now lasted almost 25 years. His CV includes stints as a gravedigger, a music journalist and an English teacher at a water village in Brunei Darussalam. He lives in Melbourne’s inner west with his son, his girlfriend and far too many guitars.

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