Review of Making Monsters

jolieluv1 · Post by **jolieluv1** » 04 Mar 2022, 20:59

Stories that make you question your morality and disturbing are sometimes the best kind of story. They get into your head and under your skin. That is excellent storytelling, no matter the content. I tend to stay away from this type of content because of the uneasiness it gives. This review describes this book very well and that it is not for the faint of heart.

Post by **Christina D 7** » 04 Mar 2022, 21:00

After reading the OBC review of Making Monsters, I was intrigued. I am definitely adding this to my “to be read” shelf. It seems this story examines many relevant, yet difficult, themes. Some themes discussed in the review include racism, domestic violence/abuse, gender bias, mental illness, and murder/death. Based on the review I read, it also seems as though this book might fit into two separate genres. While it definitely fits into the C/T/M/H genre, it might also fit into the fantasy and sci-fi genres as well. I suppose I won’t know until I read it! I am looking forward to seeing how the authors combine these different themes to make a cohesive, comprehensive story plot.

Sirajuddin A · Post by **Sirajuddin A** » 04 Mar 2022, 21:05

This review offers a glimpse of Vander's struggling story and his supernatural gift. I hope at the end of this story, Vander will find answers for his mysterious gift.

Post by **Eunice Geres** » 04 Mar 2022, 21:07

The premise is really fascinating. It seems thrilling and full of action. The book cover is also fantastic btw. Might read it later, since it's free.

Scerakor · Post by **Scerakor** » 04 Mar 2022, 21:18

Despite the many grave themes throughout this book, the promise of intrigue, suspense, mystery, emotions, and thrills will attract many readers in the pursuit of their own monsters.

Themmie10 · Post by **Themmie10** » 04 Mar 2022, 21:28

I love this review, it’s very informative and simple. The plot of this book is intriguing, it sounds depressing for a young boy though.

gen_g · Post by **gen_g** » 04 Mar 2022, 21:45

Thank you for the detailed review; the author seems to have covered a lot of heavy themes, although I wonder if there is something deeper when the portrayal of Africa is less than positive, or is it something that the author could delve deeper into.

Post by **Sandeep Moses Arulnesan** » 04 Mar 2022, 21:55

The life of Vander Masozi has a little bit of everything. I liked the storyline. It was compelling. I will read this book to find out how the author has laid forth the rising problems in society. Thanks for the great review. Congrats on the BOTD!

Michael Talco · Post by **Michael Talco** » 04 Mar 2022, 22:33

A boy, 9 years old, a visionary, in the person of Vander Masozi, living miserably with an over abusive father, being extremely patient of this dire conditions, dreams that one day be free from extreme poverty. So he struggles to find the answer behind the wall. I am interested to finish the book to know the outcome. Thanks for your concise review.

Buk Nerd · Post by **Buk Nerd** » 04 Mar 2022, 22:39

Making Monsters certainly appears to be a captivating read. It’s heavy, thought-provoking themes guarantee both an enthralling and enlightening reading experience. Splendid review.

Post by **Pauline Parnell** » 04 Mar 2022, 22:49

I am already unsettled just reading the review. How a young child like Vander can strive in a situation like Cape Town's environment with its racism, poverty and discrimination is beyond me. Thanks for your review

Analiza Manching · Post by **Analiza Manching** » 04 Mar 2022, 23:00

Seeing news from television , watching abused children and women is not far from this book. It hurts to see how is this happens. We can only wish that we can escape from the brutality and this cruel world.

I hope Vander can find happiness for him and his mother. The story is very heavy, readers must not be very sensitive. Congrats on BOTD!

Tommy01_ · Post by **Tommy01_** » 04 Mar 2022, 23:04

Just reading this review makes me want to really read the book, the life a 9year old boy already taking the responsibility of the world on his shoulder, this book have almost everything I always like to read in a story book, life in general, supernatural powers etc.

Muskan Upadhyaya · Post by **Muskan Upadhyaya** » 04 Mar 2022, 23:06

This seems to be a really interesting novel and I am really curious to know what are Vander's supernatural powers. Thank you for the review

Emmanuela Amasiobi · Post by **Emmanuela Amasiobi** » 04 Mar 2022, 23:08

This review did help in giving me an insight into what the book is about, and it's truly a thriller. I like that it touches societal realities. It would surely be in my bookshelf.