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Eliza and Her Monsters

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Francesca Zappia

Eliza and Her Monsters

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

420

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

United States • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Eliza and Her Monsters follows 18-year-old Eliza Mirk, a shy teenager who secretly creates the popular webcomic "Monstrous Sea," as she navigates her life both online and offline. When she forms a relationship with Wallace, an avid fan who hides his own painful past, Eliza faces challenges that force her to reconsider her anonymity and confront issues related to her mental health. Includes depictions of anxiety, depression, and discussions of suicide.

Contemplative

Emotional

Bittersweet

Mysterious

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

65,963 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Eliza and Her Monsters by Francesca Zappia has garnered praise for its authentic portrayal of social anxiety and the pressures of internet fame. Critics commend its deep character development and relatable themes. However, some note the pacing can feel uneven, and a few plot points may stretch believability. Overall, it’s a compelling read for YA enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Eliza and Her Monsters?

Readers who thrive in the intersection of realistic young adult fiction and fandom culture will relish Eliza and Her Monsters by Francesca Zappia. Fans of Rainbow Rowell’s Fangirl or Nicola Yoon’s Everything, Everything will connect with its profound yet relatable exploration of creativity, mental health, and online friendships.

4.3

65,963 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

420

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

United States • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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