Patrick Ness
7 SeriesPatrick Ness, an American-British author, is known for his YA science fiction and fantasy novels. He has taught creative writing at Oxford University and contributed to publications such as The Daily Telegraph, The TLS, The Sunday Telegraph, and The Guardian. Ness resides in London, England.
In "The Monster Calls" by Patrick Ness, inspired by Siobhan Dowd, thirteen-year-old Conor encounters a monster at seven minutes past midnight. Unlike the creature from his recurring nightmares, which started when his mother began cancer treatment, this monster is ancient and wild. It appears in his backyard and demands something terrifying from Conor: the truth. As the story unfolds, Conor must confront his deepest fears and the harsh realities of his life.
