Chloe Wray Knihy

A MONSTER ISN'T ALWAYS THE HIDEOUS CREATURE THAT WE FEAR HIDING IN OUR CLOSET OR UNDER OUR BED. In "The Quiet Monster," readers are taken on Michelle Dupree's heart-wrenching journey of self-acceptance and self-love. The scars of being born to a sixteen-year-old mother who, at times, was negligent at best, left her with major insecurities and loneliness that drove important people out of her life, including her father. As Michelle turns fifty, she uncovers a devastating lie that's been kept from her for decades, shattering everything she thought she knew about herself. To help her process this and find the strength to move forward, she turns to therapy and starts to rebuild her relationships with those closest to her. As she delves deeper into her mother's past, Michelle discovers that there's a lot more to the quiet monster who hurt her so much. Can a devastating event finally bring them the closure and healing that they both so desperately need? With beautiful prose and raw emotion, "The Quiet Monster" explores the complexities of family relationships and the damage of secrets and lies. As she navigates her way through the pain of the past, Michelle learns to embrace the present with hope and love. This powerful novel will stay with readers long after the final page is turned!