A Monster Calls – High-Quality

Why does Conor destroy his grandmother’s living room? A: He is releasing months of suppressed rage and helplessness. It is a cry for help.

What is the significance of the yew tree? A: Yew trees are ancient, connected to death and rebirth. Yew bark is used for cancer medicine — life from poison. A Monster Calls

Is the monster real or imaginary? A: The book keeps it ambiguous. But the monster is “real” in the sense that Conor’s grief and anger are real. Why does Conor destroy his grandmother’s living room