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The Monsters of Rookhaven Padraig Kenny

The Monsters of Rookhaven By Padraig Kenny

The Monsters of Rookhaven by Padraig Kenny


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Summary

A story about empathy and difference, from the bestselling author of Tin, stunningly illustrated by Edward Bettison.

The Monsters of Rookhaven Summary

The Monsters of Rookhaven by Padraig Kenny

Winner of the Honour Award for Fiction, KPMG Irish Children's Book Awards, 2021.

'A magnificent, shadowy, gothic adventure full of heart' Emma Carroll, author of Frost Hollow Hall.

Sometimes the monsters take us. Sometimes we become the monsters.


Mirabelle has always known she is a monster. When the glamour protecting her unusual family from the human world is torn and an orphaned brother and sister stumble upon Rookhaven, Mirabelle soon discovers that friendship can be found in the outside world.

But as something far more sinister comes to threaten them all, it quickly becomes clear that the true monsters aren't necessarily the ones you can see.

A thought-provoking, chilling and beautifully written novel, Padraig Kenny's The Monsters of Rookhhaven, stunningly illustrated by Edward Bettison, explores difference and empathy through the eyes of characters you won't want to let go.

'A stunning book . . . a brand new take on the monster story' Eoin Colfer

'A wildly imaginative story . . . a triumph' Irish Examiner

'Kenny is a thrilling writer and knows how to chill his readers' Telegraph

The Monsters of Rookhaven Reviews

Kenny is a thrilling writer who knows how to chill his readers * Telegraph *
A stunning book . . . a brand new take on the monster story -- Eoin Colfer
Kenny embraces a new Gothic sensibility in this memorable, nuanced novel that pairs real chills with empathy and emotion. He's certainly a name to watch... * The Bookseller *
A gloriously gothic and thought-provoking story * Metro *

A magnificent, shadowy, gothic adventure full of heart

-- Emma Carroll
One of the most startlingly original children's books I've read in years. It feels like Padraig Kenny, with Edward Bettison's mesmerizing illustrations, has created a whole new genre -- Piers Torday
Unique, thrilling and moving . . . with its timely - yet timeless - message of choosing empathy over fear, The Monsters of Rookhaven is proof that Padraig Kenny is one of the best children's writers around -- Shane Hegarty
Confidence, imagination and an ability to pluck the reader's heartstrings confirm confirm Kenny as a writer of serious talent * Guardian *
Original and inventive, this fantasy adventure with a touch of the macabre features some of the most unusual monster characters I've ever come across in children's literature. Written with such confidence and delight, it's the perfect read for fans of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. -- Sarah Webb
I loved this quirky tale of family and friendship, set in the Shirley Jackson-esque small town of Rookhaven -- Kelly McCaughrain
This is a wonderfully gothic, funny, and spooky tale about all kinds of monsters, from the frightening beasts with sharp teeth and too many eyes to the kind who look just like anybody else. Some of Mirabelle's family are the kind of creatures you'd be terrified to find under your bed, but Padraig Kenny's humorous and careful characterization makes each of them feel like an old friend - uncle Bertram's diary of every human food he's ever tasted is a funny and sweet glimpse into what monsters might find fascinating about the human world - whilst the evil Malice stalking Rookhaven is straight out of a nightmare * Booktrust *
A totally absorbing tale . . . magnificently illustrated by Edward Bettison * Guardian *
A wildly imaginative story . . . And if the opening sentence is extraordinary, the last line is a triumph * Irish Examiner *
The (much) older reader will thrill at how this book subverts hackneyed monster tropes with glee, and how Kenny drops an S-bomb on page one (sibilance), crediting readers with the wherewithal to handle a polysyllable. But make no mistake, this is a children's book, in a big font size, magnificently illustrated by Edward Bettison. * Guardian *
A gloriously gothic and thought-provoking story * Metro *
Sinister, sophisticated... infused with a gentle charm... children of ten and up will be enraptured * Literary Review *
Written with confidence, verve and a touch of the macabre * Irish Independent *

About Padraig Kenny

Padraig Kenny is an Irish writer from County Kildare, now living in Limerick. Previously an arts journalist, a teacher and a librarian's assistant, he now writes full-time. His first novel TIN was a Waterstones Book of the Month and was nominated for the Carnegie, as well as being shortlisted for the Irish Book Award and several regional awards. He is married with four children. The Monsters of Rookhaven is his first novel with Macmillan Children's Books.

Edward Bettison
is a graphic designer and illustrator, born in Hull. After studying Graphic Design at Nottingham Trent University, he moved to London to work in the music industry and then on to publishing. He is known for the intricate detail in his original works, authenticity of vision and bold imagery. He lives in Brighton with his partner Susannah and his 12 year old son Kip.

Additional information

GOR011773232
9781529031485
1529031486
The Monsters of Rookhaven by Padraig Kenny
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Pan Macmillan
20210930
352
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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