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Monster: A Novel Of Frankenstein (2012)

by Dave Zeltserman(Favorite Author)

3.22 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

1590208609 (ISBN13: 9781590208601)

languge

English

genre

Horror

publisher

Overlook Hardcover

review 1: Monster is a retelling of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. The writing is good, but I didn't enjoy the story as much as I thought I would. I have never read the classic or watched the movie. So, I thought this would be a great introduction to the story. This retelling is told from the monster's perspective. I enjoyed hearing about his story and background. Although it was sad, it was also interesting to know who the monster was before the abduction and transformation. Frankenstein was so horrible, and I didn't feel any sympathy for him through the entire story. As a whole, decent read but not good enough to recommend to others.
review 2: Dave Zeltserman is no Mary Shelley. When I read the blurb on this book, it sounded like a really neat premise. I'm a huge fan of ... moreShelley's story and I thought this would be a cool companion piece. As I read 'Monster' I slowly realized how unnecessary this book was. The idea is great but it just didn't need to be done. Also, the book was very poorly written and just as poorly edited. The first person diary perspective was also poorly done and really detached me from the story. The books only saving graces are the last chapter and how much research the author did and the love he has for Shelley's 'Frankenstein'. The occult perspective was a horrible addition and the mural in the middle of the story is just ridiculous and doesn't belong so overall, not worth it. Save your money and your time. less

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