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1. 1. My Favorite Thing Is Monsters Vol. 1

   

   "My Favorite Thing Is Monsters Vol. 1" is a graphic novel that follows the story of Karen Reyes, a ten-year-old girl living in 1960s Chicago. Through her vivid imagination and artistic talent, Karen transforms herself into a monster to navigate the complexities of her life, including her brother's mysterious death and her mother's illness. As she uncovers secrets and delves into the dark underbelly of her neighborhood, Karen's journey becomes a poignant exploration of identity, family, and the power of art.

   The 14901st Greatest Book of All Time

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2. 2. My Favorite Thing Is Monsters, Book 2

   

   In this highly anticipated sequel, the story continues to unravel the complex and haunting world of a young girl navigating the turbulent landscape of 1960s Chicago. As she delves deeper into the mysteries surrounding her neighbor's death, she grapples with her own identity and the monsters that lurk both in her imagination and reality. The narrative is richly illustrated with intricate, cross-hatched artwork that brings to life the protagonist's vivid inner world, blending elements of noir, horror, and historical fiction to create a compelling and immersive experience.

   The 17008th Greatest Book of All Time

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3. 3. My Favorite Thing Is Monsters

   

   Set in 1960s Chicago, this vividly illustrated coming-of-age tale is narrated by a ten-year-old who documents her life in a monster-filled sketchbook as she investigates the suspicious death of an elderly Jewish neighbor, unraveling hidden family histories, neighborhood violence, and questions of identity, grief, and otherness through a mix of childlike noir forensics, graphic imagery, and intimate memoir.

   The 17008th Greatest Book of All Time

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