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Monstroso (Pocket Money Puffins)
by Charlie HigsonOscar is not looking forward to Grandad coming to look after him at the weekend - it means he'll have to play endless rounds of chess or Monopoly, instead of war games on his computer. But when he finds Dad's ancient laptop in the study, he can't resist logging on to something called Project X - and all too soon Oscar creates a real live warrior, who is programmed to obey his every command. However Monstroso's wires are more than a little crossed, and Oscar finds himself in all sorts of trouble...Crazy fighting and monsters abound in Charlie's Higson's highly entertaining story for younger readers.
Monstrous
by Jessica LewisForced to spend her summer in her aunt's strange small town, a teen girl discovers dark secrets hidden in the woods. From the author of Bad Witch Burning comes another pulse-pounding novel perfect for fans of Supernatural and Lovecraft Country.Don't go outside past dark. Come straight home after church. And above all—never, ever, go into Red Wood.These are the rules Latavia's aunt gives her when Latavia arrives in Sanctum, Alabama for the summer. Though, weird as they are, living in Sanctum does have its pros. Mainly, the cute girl who works at the local ice cream shop. But Sanctum is turning out to be as strange as the rules—and the longer Latavia&’s in town, the more suspicious she is that the people there are hiding something. And the more clear it is that she&’s an outsider. Everyone&’s nice enough, but they seem determined to prove everything is normal.But it's not. Because there&’s something in Red Wood that the towns&’ people are hiding. And if Latavia doesn't follow her aunt&’s rules, she might not be able to leave Sanctum. Ever...
Monstrous
by Skottie Young Marcykate ConnollyReminiscent of Frankenstein and tales by the Brothers Grimm, this debut novel stands out as a compelling, original story that has the feel of a classic.The city of Bryre suffers under the magic of an evil wizard. Because of his curse, girls sicken and disappear without a trace, and all live in fear. No one is allowed outside after dark. Night is when Kymera comes to the city, with a cloak disguising her wings, the bolts in her neck, and her spiky tail. Her mission is to rescue the girls of Bryre. Despite Kym's caution in going secretively, a boy named Ren sees and befriends her . . . but what he knows will change her world forever.
Monstrous
by Thomas E. SniegoskiSidney and her friends might have survived the storm that came to the small island of Benediction, but now the storm has reached Boston, and the city isn’t prepared for what’s coming in this sequel to the “unpredictable” (VOYA) and “fast-paced” (School Library Journal) Savage from New York Times bestselling author Thomas E. Sniegoski.The horrors that began in Savage continue in Boston as Sydney and her friends work to protect the city from the newly crazed rampage of animals and try to figure out the origin of the storm and its power.
Monstrous Affections: Stories
by David Nickle&“Rich characters and a love of unique twists top off a captivating and sometimes gruesome collection of nightmares&” from the award-winning author of Volk (Corey Redekop, author of Husk). Winner of the Black Quill Reader&’s Choice Award, Monstrous Affections heralded the appearance of a thrilling new writer on the horror scene, praised by the National Post as &“a worthy heir to the mantle of Stephen King.&” David Nickle&’s debut collection features &“13 terrifying tales of rural settings, complex and reticent characters and unexpected twists that question the fundamentals of reality. All are delivered with a certain grace, creating a sparse yet poetic tour of the horrors that exist just out of sight. Standout stories include &‘Janie and the Wind,&’ where a battered, abandoned woman does what she needs to survive; &‘Other People&’s Kids,&’ a disturbing examination of the razor-thin moment dividing childhood from maturity and the hand holding that razor; and &‘The Pit Heads,&’ a phenomenal story about the cold remnants of a Canadian mining town and the true cost of beauty. This ambitious collection firmly establishes Nickle as a writer to watch&” (Publishers Weekly, starred review). &“Brilliant . . . You&’d think that you were reading a book full of what you had always expected a horror story to be, but Nickle takes a left turn and blindsides you with tales that are not of the norm, but are all the more horrific because of the surprise twists, darkness and raw emotion.&” —January Magazine, &“Best Books of 2009&” &“David Nickle writes &’em damned weird and damned good and damned dark. He is bourbon-rough, poetic and vivid. Don&’t miss this one.&” —Cory Doctorow, New York Times–bestselling author
Monstrous Beauty
by Elizabeth FamaIn alternating chapters, tells of the mermaid Syrenka's love for Ezra in 1872 that leads to a series of horrific murders, and present-day Hester's encounter with a ghost that reveals her connection to the murders and to Syrenka.
Monstrous Beauty
by Elizabeth FamaFierce, seductive mermaid Syrenka falls in love with Ezra, a young naturalist. When she abandons her life underwater for a chance at happiness on land, she is unaware that this decision comes with horrific and deadly consequences. Almost one hundred forty years later, seventeen-year-old Hester meets a mysterious stranger named Ezra and feels overwhelmingly, inexplicably drawn to him. For generations, love has resulted in death for the women in her family. Is it an undiagnosed genetic defect . . . or a curse? With Ezra's help, Hester investigates her family's strange, sad history. The answers she seeks are waiting in the graveyard, the crypt, and at the bottom of the ocean - but powerful forces will do anything to keep her from uncovering her connection to Syrenka and to the tragedy of so long ago.
Monstrous Devices
by Damien Love<P><P>On a winter’s day in a British town, twelve-year old Alex receives a package in the mail: an old tin robot from his grandfather. “This one is special,” says the enclosed note, and when strange events start occurring around him, Alex suspects this small toy is more than special; it might be deadly. <P><P>Right as things get out of hand, Alex’s grandfather arrives, pulling him away from an attack—and his otherwise humdrum world of friends, bullies, and homework—and into the macabre magic of an ancient family feud. Together, the duo flees across snowy Europe, unraveling the riddle of the little robot while trying to outwit relentless assassins of the human and mechanical kind. <P><P>With an ever-present admiration for the hidden mysteries of our world, Monstrous Devices plunges readers into a gripping adventure that’s sure to surprise.
Monstrous Devices
by Damien Love&‘I enjoyed everything about Damien Love&’s debut—its title, its breakneck action, its sly sense of humour. I wish my first novel had been as imaginative and assured.&’ Anthony Horowitz, bestselling author of the Alex Rider series When twelve-year-old Alex receives an old tin robot in the post, the note from his grandfather simply reads: &‘This one is special&’. But as strange events start occurring around him, it doesn&’t take Alex long to suspect that the small toy is more than special; it might also be deadly. Just as things are getting out of hand, Alex&’s grandfather arrives, whisking him away from his otherwise humdrum life and into a world of strange, macabre magic. From Paris to Prague, they flee across snowy Europe in a quest to unravel the riddle of the little robot, and outwit relentless assassins of the human and mechanical kind. How does Alex&’s grandfather know them? And can Alex safely harness the robot&’s power, or will it fall into the wrong, wicked hands?
Monstrous Matchmakers (Witches of Peculiar #3)
by Luna GravesTwin witch sisters Bella and Donna play matchmaker in this third book in the middle grade series that&’s Wizards of Waverly Place meets Halloweentown.When Bella and Dee notice Yvette, the principal of YIKESSS (Yvette I. Koffin&’s School for Supernatural Students), is particularly cranky lately, they think a little romance in her life will cheer her up. And who could be a better match for her than Arnold, their vice principal?
Monstrous Maud: Big Fright (Monstrous Maud Ser. #1)
by A. B. SaddlewickWhen Maud’s pet rat, Quentin, escapes in the middle of science class, it’s the very last straw. While Primrose Towers is full of decorous young ladies, Maud is ungraceful and prefers her pet rat to all other company She never quite fit in with the rest of the students and has been a nuisance one too many times. Maud is transferred from prim and proper Primrose Towers to dark and mysterious Rotwood Middle School—much to the delight of her teacher, classmates, and her perfect twin, Milly—but what is in store for Maud at Rotwood? There is something strange about the students and teachers. Everyone is dressed as if it’s Halloween and the school motto is “Because We Scare.” Maud learns two very important things on her first day at Rotwood: first, all of the students and teachers are monsters and second, she’s finally found a place where she feels like she belongs. While Primrose Academy rejected Maud’s differences, Rotwood allows her to embrace them. Even though she’s not a monster, Maud must make everyone believe she is in order to stay at Rotwood with her new friends. Monstrous Maud: Big Fright is a great alternative to princess books for middle grade readers. It is full of silliness and monster fun—along with likeable characters and a great twist at the end.
Monstrous Nights
by Genoveva DimovaDive into the breakneck conclusion to the Slavic folklore-inspired Witch's Compendium of Monsters duology, which began with Foul DaysFoul Days featured in Book Riot | Apple Books | Screen Rant | Paste Magazine | Parade | Polygon | io9 | Nerd Daily | Yahoo Entertainment | Reactor | Winter is ComingWith her magic reclaimed and her role in the community of Chernograd restored, Kosara's life should finally be back to normal - but, of course, things can't possibly be that simple.She is now in possession of twelve witch's shadows. Holding them may grant her unprecedented power, but that doesn't mean they're always willing to do her bidding.Across the wall in Belograd, Asen chases his only lead on the latest witch murder case. He follows the trail of smuggling kingpin Konstantin Karaivanov to an underground monster auction - which leads him right back to Chernograd.There, sinister events follow one after another: snow falls in midsummer, a witch with two shadows is found dead, and monsters that should only appear during the Foul Days are sighted. The barrier between worlds thins . . . and Kosara is certain it's her fault - and her job to fix.
Monstrous Nights (The Witch's Compendium of Monsters #2)
by Genoveva Dimova“Perfect for fans of Terry Pratchett and Delilah S. Dawson.”—Library Journal, starred reviewDive into the breakneck conclusion to the Slavic folklore-inspired Witch's Compendium of Monsters duology, which began with Foul DaysFoul Days featured in Book Riot | Apple Books | Screen Rant | Paste Magazine | Parade | Polygon | io9 | Nerd Daily | Yahoo Entertainment | Reactor | Winter is ComingWith her magic reclaimed and her role in the community of Chernograd restored, Kosara’s life should finally be back to normal—but, of course, things can’t possibly be that simple.She is now in possession of twelve witch’s shadows. Holding them may grant her unprecedented power, but that doesn’t mean they’re always willing to do her bidding.Across the wall in Belograd, Asen chases his only lead on the latest witch murder case. He follows the trail of smuggling kingpin Konstantin Karaivanov to an underground monster auction—which leads him right back to Chernograd.There, sinister events follow one after another: snow falls in midsummer, a witch with two shadows is found dead, and monsters that should only appear during the Foul Days are sighted. The barrier between worlds thins... and Kosara is certain it's her fault—and her job to fix.At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Monstrous Progeny: A History of the Frankenstein Narratives
by Lester D. Friedman Allison B. KaveyMary Shelley's 1818 novel Frankenstein is its own type of monster mythos that will not die, a corpus whose parts keep getting harvested to animate new artistic creations. What makes this tale so adaptable and so resilient that, nearly 200 years later, it remains vitally relevant in a culture radically different from the one that spawned its birth? Monstrous Progeny takes readers on a fascinating exploration of the Frankenstein family tree, tracing the literary and intellectual roots of Shelley's novel from the sixteenth century and analyzing the evolution of the book's figures and themes into modern productions that range from children's cartoons to pornography. Along the way, media scholar Lester D. Friedman and historian Allison B. Kavey examine the adaptation and evolution of Victor Frankenstein and his monster across different genres and in different eras. In doing so, they demonstrate how Shelley's tale and its characters continue to provide crucial reference points for current debates about bioethics, artificial intelligence, cyborg lifeforms, and the limits of scientific progress. Blending an extensive historical overview with a detailed analysis of key texts, the authors reveal how the Frankenstein legacy arose from a series of fluid intellectual contexts and continues to pulsate through an extraordinary body of media products. Both thought-provoking and entertaining, Monstrous Progeny offers a lively look at an undying and significant cultural phenomenon.
Monstrous Regiment: A Novel Of Discworld (Discworld #31)
by Terry Pratchett“Wickedly satirical . . . nothing short of brilliant.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)New York Times bestselling author Sir Terry Pratchett explores the inanity of war, sexual politics, and why the best man for the job is often a woman in this acerbically funny and poignant Discworld novel.In the small country of Borogravia, there are strict rules citizens must follow. Women belong in the kitchen—not in offices, pubs, nor pants. And certainly not on the front lines when war comes to Discworld.Polly Perks took over running her family’s humble inn when her brother, Paul, marched off to war. But it’s been more than two months since his last letter home, and the news from the front is bad. To find her missing brother, the resourceful Polly cuts off her hair and joins the army as a young man named Oliver.As Polly closely guards her secret, she notices that her fellow recruits seem to be guarding secrets of their own. And before they’ve learned to properly march, Polly and her fellow raw recruits find themselves in the thick of a losing battle. All they have on their side is the most artful sergeant in the army and a vampire with a lust for coffee.No matter, it’s time to make a stand. . . .The Discworld novels can be read in any order but Monstrous Regiment is a standalone.
Monstrous Stories #3: Frogosaurus vs. the Bog Monster (Monstrous Stories #3)
by Dr RoachFunny, lighthearted monster stories that are perfect for young readers, brought to us by the esteemed Dr. Roach. Twins Sammy and Tammy love the quiet Boggy Marshes near their home. They're full of strange creatures and creepy plants. But a local business tycoon named Maximus Sneer has a plan to drain the marshes dry and cover them with houses, stores, and parking lots. When the twins hear about it, they quickly get to work protesting Sneer's scheme. But little does anyone know that two very big problems are growing in the marshes. All the pumping and draining awakens a pair of giant monsters who are both out for one thing. Revenge!
Monstrous Stories #4: The Day the Mice Stood Still (Monstrous Stories #4)
by Dr RoachFunny, light-hearted monster stories that are perfect for young readers, brought to us by the esteemed Dr. Roach. Jilly can't believe what she's seeing when she wakes up one seemingly normal morning. All the mice in her small town of Buffalo Bottom have gone strangely still. What could make a town full of rodents suddenly freeze up? Things only get weirder, though, when the town is suddenly visited by a flying saucer--full of talking cats! These friendly felines say they come in peace, to help rid Buffalo Bottom of its mouse problem. But when the town's cows start disappearing mysteriously, Jilly suspects the visitors may be up to no good. Now she just has to prove it.
Monstruolandia (Serie Superfieras #Volumen 4)
by Joaquín Londáiz Montiel EscletxaJoaquín Londáiz presenta una nueva colección de primeras lecturas dirigida a los más pequeños. Con ilustraciones a color. Esta colección está protagonizada por cinco animales de circo que, tras la colisión de un meteorito cerca del lugar donde están acampados, descubren que tienen superpoderes. Poderes que utilizarán para salvar al mundo de los malvados planes de los villanos que se van encontrando durante su gira circense. Mitch, el león, es el líder del grupo y adquiere una fuerza colosal. Shalma es una cocodrilo muy curiosa y descubre que puede hacerse invisible. Blink es una guepardo muy presumida y su poder es la supervelocidad. Vasyl, el elefante, puede mover objetos con la mente. Hip y Hop son dos hermanos chimpancés que tienen una superelasticidad fuera de serie.
Monstruolandia (Superfieras #4)
by Joaquín Londáiz Montiel Escletxa EscletxaEsta colección está protagonizada por cinco animales de circo que, tras la colisión de un meteorito cerca del lugar dondeestán acampados, descubren que tienen superpoderes. Poderes que utilizarán para salvar al mundo de los malvados planesde los villanos que se van encontrando durante su gira circense.Mitch, el león, es el líder del grupo y adquiere una fuerza colosal. Shalma es una cocodrilo muy curiosa y descubre que puede hacerse invisible. Blink es una guepardo muy presumida y su poder es la supervelocidad. Vasyl, el elefante, puede mover objetos con la mente. Hip y Hop son dos hermanos chimpancés que tienen una superelasticidad fuera de serie.
Monstruos del mundo
by Georgia CostaUn delicioso muestrario de monstruos, animales de leyenda y seres extraños. Un recorrido fantástico por las mitologías del mundo entero que fascinará a los lectores curiosos. #MonstruosDelMundo Si has llegado hasta este libro es porqué eres consciente de que no estás solo. Sabes que habitas en un mundo lleno de criaturas misteriosas, que respiran a nuestro lado desde que el mundo es mundo. Este es un muestrario de los monstruos conocidos, un catálogo de animales de leyenda, una pequeña biblia de la mitología de seres extraños que han poblado la tierra desde tiempos ancestrales. Este es el lugar donde se unen fantasía y mitología. En estas páginas aprenderás sobre ellos. Pero no te confíes, sé prudente. Allá fuera, en los márgenes de los mapas, habitan dragones.
Monstruos y fantasmas de acá nomás
by Ana María ShuaAna María Shua crea historias escalofriantes que reversionan leyendas populares de nuestra cultura. ¿Existe el Cuero de la laguna? ¿Y el basilisco, el lobizón o la pericana? ¿Y la luz mala o la Llorona? Por supuesto que existen, como existe todo lo que crea nuestra imaginación. Es así: cada pueblo tiene sus creencias y no hay ninguno que no haya inventado sus propios monstruos. Algunos son tan espantosos que casi no se los puede mirar. ¡Otros son tan fascinantes que no podemos quitarles los ojos de encima! En el campo y en la ciudad, en la oscuridad de la noche y a plena luz del día, nuestros monstruos y fantasmas reaparecen para recordarnos que la realidad es mucho más que lo que se ve a simple vista.
Montana Beginnings (Home on the Ranch)
by Ann RothThe biggest risk…A Rancher’s HonorDay-care owner Lana Carpenter’s goal of adopting a baby is closer than ever. There’s no room in her life for a casual fling with sexy cowboy Sly Pettit. Besides, falling for the guarded rancher can only end in heartbreak. Unless Sly can trust her with the secrets that keep him from opening up his heart…A Rancher’s RedemptionAlthough rancher Nick Kelly knows he’s to blame for his string of failed relationships, restauranteur Dani Pettit is the only woman he ever trusted. Nick doesn’t want to be just another guy who lets her down, but his new feelings for Dani are too strong to resist. Do they dare risk their lifelong friendship for a once-in-a-lifetime love?
Montana Christmas (Made in Montana)
by Jackie MerrittMAN OF THE MONTHMR. DECEMBERMistletoe Hunk: Montana man Shep Wilde, who's finally come home.Christmas wish: Sexy Andrea Dillon-all wrapped up and ready under the tree!Can wishes really come true?: He won't take no for an answer!It was one red-hot holiday! Shep and Andrea were strangers, yet a holiday celebration with champagne turned into a night of wild abandon. Shep was crazy about Andrea, but after their lovemaking, she wanted nothing to do with him! Well, it was up to Shep to convince the reluctant lady that he was her man-not just for December, but every month of the year!MAN OF THE MONTH: He's born and raised in Big Sky Country...and heading for a Montana wedding!
Montana Christmas Secrets: Montana Christmas Secrets (Home on the Ranch)
by Karen Rose Smith Patricia JohnsHearts under wrapsThe Maverick’s Holiday Surprise by Karen Rose SmithCowboy Hudson Jones will do anything for family. So when his brother asks him to oversee a day-care center, he agrees. Thankfully Bella Stockton is there to help out. The capable day-care manager intrigues Hudson, but she’s keeping him at arm’s length. When he finds out the truth about Bella, will it still be a holiday to remember?The Cowboy’s Christmas Bride by Patricia JohnsEver since Andy Granger sold his piece of the family ranch to developers, the community can’t forgive him. He’s only back to run a cattle drive for his brother. Now the developers have cut off water to Dakota Mason’s neighboring ranch, and Dakota joins the ride to help pay the bills. Dakota has every reason to hate him, but Andy may surprise everyone…including himself.
Montana Instant Family
by Teresa Carpenter Charlotte MaclayTogether for the twinsMontana Twins by Charlotte Maclay Sheriff Eric Oakes didn't know the first thing about babies, and now he had to prove himself worthy of raising his twin nieces. Laura Cavendish had to make sure he'd be a suitable dad, and that meant finding this bachelor a wife. Her love for the little girls was so great that she agreed to take on the role. Would Eric and Laura learn that sometimes love comes after marriage?Baby Twins: Parents Needed by Teresa Carpenter Rachel Adams's independent life is turned upside down when she's named guardian to two orphaned twins, but in no time they steal her heart. When gorgeous co-guardian Ford Sullivan turns up, he starts to take charge. Rachel realizes it's best for the babies if she and Ford work together. But being this close to Ford makes Rachel wonder whether stand-in mom and dad could become forever bride and groom… Previously published as Montana Twins and Baby Twins: Parents Needed