Author: Lynn Fulton
Rating: 5/5 Stars
Reviewer: Denise Z.
Summary: You know
the monster. But do you know who made him?...Mary Shelley would go on to write
the most enduring story of our time, on that has been scaring readers for
generations. Now Lynn Fulton and Felicita Sala introduce new readers to the
legend of Mary’s monster.
Review: It’s been
awhile since I read a biography picture book and authors are writing so many
good ones, that I decided to seek out one to review. I chose She Made a Monster: How Mary Shelley Created
Frankenstein by Lynn Fulton. The author tells the story of Mary Shelley the
writer and how she got the idea for her Frankenstein character and book.
The way the story is told is both inspiring and educational.
I love how Shelley’s passion for writing was showcased and how the life and
ideas around her inspired her classic book. I also enjoyed how she sought
inspiration and courage from her mother. The way her whole story came to life
is fascinating and this book is perfect for future writers, young girls, and
anyone who is looking for a great picture book biography. The illustrations are
dark and creative in itself and compliments Fulton’s take on Shelley’s life
perfectly. What an inspirational book!
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