Aaron sounds like he was brought up prim and proper, classic etiquette ingrained into him since young. As an Oliver, he naturally despises the Hunts. The 17-year-old heir of the Oliver family, born with golden hair and cool grey eyes. Joan is a very hopeful individual who will do whatever it takes for the ones she loves, even if it is the hardest decision to make. Her beauty reflects that of her father’s, yet her tenacity and strength could be considered as traits from her mother’s side. Meet The Main Characters Joan Chang-HuntĪ half-Chinese, half-English 16-year-old to a human father and a monster mother. If these are elements of stories you love to read, then you will love ‘Only A Monster’. The book also shows Joan finding a hidden part of her identity, consequently going on a journey to step into and accept her newfound self even when it conflicts with her conscience. Not to mention, a female main character who has two really hot male leads whom she has many reasons not to fall for. It’s perfect for those who love reading about a world where powers and time travel exist. ‘ Only A Monster‘ is a young adult, fantasy, romance book aimed at any mature reader who is at an appropriate age of 12 or older. In order to save herself and her family, she is to embrace her monstrousness. Aaron Oliver, heir to his monster family and sworn enemy of the Hunt family, sticks with Joan as they strive for survival and find a solution to save their families.Įntering a world of hostility and secrets, Joan also possesses a dangerous and rare power valuable enough to be hunted and killed on sight. When the monsters of London are attacked in a bloody massacre, Joan has no choice but to go on the run with an unlikely ally. Joan is half-monster, and her summer crush Nick isn’t just a cute human boy he too has a secret that places Joan in terrible danger.

Her mum’s family – the Hunts – are one of twelve monster families in London with extraordinarily fearsome powers. Every family has its secrets, but Joan learns hers is more shocking than most. The story takes place in the summer of 2022, where Joan goes to stay with her grandma and relatives in London.

Only a monster by vanessa len