Review of Making Monsters

Harty Muli · Post by **Harty Muli** » 05 Mar 2022, 01:48

I like the themes of domestic violence that are discussed in this book. Great review.

Post by **Atieno Magero** » 05 Mar 2022, 01:50

I love that this is a fantasy story that is set in Africa. The storyline is dark but captivating. I am looking forward to reading this book soon. Congratulations on making book of the day!

Emerizx · Post by **Emerizx** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:02

I love the display of the cover page. The book has a lot to offer, especially for young growing adult, who are facing similar challenges in their various homes. Congratulations on BOTD.

Siphesihle Prince · Post by **Siphesihle Prince** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:07

Your review is very detailed, but in a way that's not filler-filled; I'm inspired by it I must say.

The story itself sounds gritty, dark and thrilling, which is right up my alley! Thank you for your review, I've already added this one into my shelve for future probing.

Agnes Masobeng · Post by **Agnes Masobeng** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:09

Making Monsters by AJ Parnell and Chuck Duncan follows the life of Vandar Masozi who stays with an abusive father and a mentally defeated mother. The themes include death, murder, abuse, racism, gender discrimination, sexual perversion, and poverty to mental ailment and religious compromises.

dragonet07 · Post by **dragonet07** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:11

This book does cover a lot of dark and unpleasant themes, but they seem to be handled in a realistic manner, even if we—people in general—don’t want to admit it, so they could be thought-provoking, albeit a little disturbing. I’m also intrigued by a supernatural/fantasy book that takes place in South Africa, so long as the country is accurately depicted. Thank you for the helpful review.

Mulandama Chaps · Post by **Mulandama Chaps** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:21

The book is interesting and thrilling .it's a good book from the review with a eye catching title and an amazing story.Thanks for the review.

5_tourmaline · Post by **5_tourmaline** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:21

With all that Vander is being challenged by he's still inspirational. This book has painful themes but it seems interesting. Well detailed review.

Justine Ocsebio · Post by **Justine Ocsebio** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:32

A story of a young, impoverished boy as he grapples with his abusive and neglectful parents and strange supernatural ability. This book also deals with racism and gender discrimination. Congrats on botd!

Dzejn_Crvena · Post by **Dzejn_Crvena** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:33

This book contains disturbing scenes that are not for the faint of heart. It's great that issues on racism and sexism are tackled in the story. The protagonist is too young to experience hardships, but I'm sure a lot of people can relate. Congratulations on the BOTD.

Nwankwo GC · Post by **Nwankwo GC** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:50

Vander's story seems like a very intriguing one. I'd love to know what this supernatural gift that gives him access to a terrifying world where he finds reprieve is. Great review.

Miriam Kenneth · Post by **Miriam Kenneth** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:54

Wow, I can't help but be fascinated by this statement ''readers may feel guilty catching themselves admiring the twisted work of ‘the sculptor,’ a violent killer." in your review. Thanks for an interesting review.

Mary Rose Cajayon · Post by **Mary Rose Cajayon** » 05 Mar 2022, 02:58

The delicate themes that this book cover makes me uncomfortable. I cannot imagine that a nine year old kid would undergo such abusive environment, with his own parents mainly the source of it. Because of these themes such as graphic death and violence, I would have to pass on this. Those who love reading this genre would surely enjoy this, though. Congrats BOTD!

Rodel Barnachea · Post by **Rodel Barnachea** » 05 Mar 2022, 03:04

One of the very fascinating features of the novel is the supernatural gift possessed by the protagonist. It makes me wonder, how could the main character use that gift to his advantage in outsmarting the serial killer. Congratulaions to the author for BOTD!

Post by **Shrabastee Chakraborty** » 05 Mar 2022, 03:18

This novel seems to offer an intriguing medley of themes; however, the abundance of dark themes makes me a little hesitant to take this up. Thanks for the awesome review though!