Monster
by Walter Dean Myers
Monster by Walter Dean Myers holds a well received rating of 3.70 out of 5, based on 47.5K reader ratings. First published in 1999. The book spans 281 pages.
About Monster
Sometimes I feel like I have walked into the middle of a movie. Maybe I can make my own movie. The film will be the story of my life. No, not my life, but of this experience. I'll call it what the lady who is the prosecutor called me. Monster.Fade In: Interior Court. A guard sits at a desk behind Steve. Kathy O'Brien, Steve's lawyer, is all business as she talks to Steve.O'BrienLet me make sure you understand what's going on. Both you and this king character are on trial for felony murder. Felony Murder is as serious as it gets. . . . When you're in court, you sit there and pay attetion. You let the jury know that you think the case is a serious as they do. . . .SteveYou think we're going to win ?O'Brien (seriously)It probably depends on what you mean by "win."Sixteen-year-old Steve Harmon is on trial for murder. A Harlem drugstore owner was shot and killed in his store, and the word is that Steve served as the lookout.Guilty or innocent, Steve becomes a pawn in the hands of "the system," cluttered with cynical authority figures and unscrupulous inmates, who will turn in anyone to shorten their own sentences. For the first time, Steve is forced to think about who he is as he faces prison, where he may spend all the tomorrows of his life.As a way of coping with the horrific events that entangle him, Steve, an amateur filmmaker, decides to transcribe his trial into a script, just like in the movies. He writes it all down, scene by scene, the story of how his whole life was turned around in an instant. But despite his efforts, reality is blurred and his vision obscured until he can no longer tell who he is or what is the truth. This compelling novel is Walter Dean Myers's writing at its best.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Walter Dean Myers |
| Published | 1999 |
| Pages | 281 |
| Kindle Price | $4.99 |
| Genres | Young Adult, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.70 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 47,533 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is Monster?
Monster is categorized as Young Adult, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Monster worth reading?
Based on 47.5K reader ratings, Monster has an average score of 3.70 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Monster?
Monster has 281 pages.
Who wrote Monster?
Monster was written by Walter Dean Myers. It was first published in 1999.
What is the ISBN for Monster?
The ISBN-13 for Monster is 9780064407310.0.
How much does Monster cost on Kindle?
Monster is available on Kindle for $4.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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