The Monster Who Wasn't by T.C. Shelley

The Monster Who Wasn't

Author: T.C. Shelley

Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Middle-Grade Fiction

A Magical Fantasy Adventure About Finding Where You Belong

The Monster Who Wasn't is a beautifully crafted and imaginative fantasy novel that explores the nature of monsters, humanity, and the power of self-discovery.

It is a well-known fact that fairies are born from a baby’s first laugh. But what about monsters? How do they come into being?

In the vast underground lair where creatures of darkness dwell, a peculiar event occurs—a monster hatches, but instead of being monstrous, he looks just like a human boy. Much to the horror of the watching creatures, he is different.

Adopted by grumpy gargoyles who name him "Imp," his only use to them is stealing chocolate from the nearby shops. But Imp is more than what they believe. He has one foot in the world of humans and one in the world of monsters, and he doesn’t quite fit into either.

A Dark and Thrilling Destiny Awaits

What Imp doesn’t know is that the fearsome Thunderguts, king of the ogres, has set his sights on him. Thunderguts believes Imp has a great and dangerous role to play, one that could change the fate of both monsters and humans forever. And he will stop at nothing to ensure his plan succeeds...

Why Readers Love The Monster Who Wasn't

• A Unique Fantasy World: A richly detailed universe where fairies and monsters are born from emotions and laughter.
• Coming-of-Age Adventure: Imp’s journey is filled with heart, humor, and self-discovery as he searches for his true identity.
• Dark and Whimsical Elements: A perfect blend of mystery, magic, and thrilling adventure.
• Perfect for Fans of: Skellig, Nevermoor, and classic fairy tales with a dark twist.

Praise for The Monster Who Wasn't

"A brilliantly rich and strange fantasy adventure that will make us all believe in monsters—be they good, bad, or somewhere in between."

Step into a world where myths come to life, and nothing is quite as it seems. Does Imp have the courage to uncover the truth about himself?

ISBN: 9781526600837