A wildly creative Gothic fantasy retelling of Frankenstein, This
Monstrous Thing is a wholly new reimagining of the classic novel by
Mary Shelley and is perfect for fans of retellings such as Cinder by
Marissa Meyer, fantasy by Libba Bray and Cassandra Clare, and
alternative history by Scott Westerfeld.
In an alternative fantasy world where some men are made from clockwork
parts and carriages are steam powered, Alasdair Finch, a young mechanic,
does the unthinkable after his brother dies: he uses clockwork pieces to
bring Oliver back from the dead.
But the resurrection does not go as planned, and Oliver returns more
monster than man. Even worse, the novel Frankenstein is published and
the townsfolk are determined to find the real-life doctor and his
monster. With few places to turn for help, the dangers may ultimately
bring the brothers together--or ruin them forever.