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Billy is a street urchin, pickpocket and petty thief. Mister Creecher is a monstrous giant of a man who terrifies all he meets. Their relationship begins as pure convenience. But a bond swiftly develops between these two misfits as their bloody journey takes them ever northwards on the trail of their target ...Victor Frankenstein.
Friendship, trust and betrayal combine to f...more

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Published October 3rd 2011 by Bloomsbury UK (first published September 27th 2011)

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Feb 23, 2012 Jo rated it 2 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: for-review, ya, 2012, creepycreepy, hometown-glories-uk, oh-come-on, own, hometown-ya

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On the back of this book a lovely reviewer from The Times has stated that this book is a “Beautifully written gothic metafiction.”
I, silly little reader, didn’t realise actually how meta this book would be. But I’m getting too far ahead of myself, I’ll talk about the end later.
Let’s start at the beginning seeing as I’ve heard it’s a very good place to start.
The beginning of this book was ok. Mr Priestley did a great job of setting the scene; murky, ~~Victorian~~ Regency London (Mr Priestley kindl...more

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Oct 29, 2012 Leslie rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012-reads, a-boy-s-shelf, action-adventure, author-of-another-country, fantasy, historical-incl-aspects, horror, lit-with-a-big-l, middle-school-11-14

Mister Creecher is being pitched as a gateway drug to the classics—and it should be pitched as such.* Familiarity with Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein and Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist deepens the impression of awe with what Priestley is doing here in Mister Creecher. He creates more than a mash-up of Dickens and Shelley, but an intersection; less a reinvention or re-imagination but acts more of an imaginer alongside these two great literary texts. He fills in some blanks in the creation of his own...more

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Jun 07, 2012 Bridget rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: 2012

SPOILERS!!!

I can't say I've ever really read a book that is essentially brilliant fanfiction for 2 completely different classics set in the same time before this one. It was really lovely to see something so completely different but its unfortunate that I'd never read either Frankenstein or Oliver Twist beforehand!

My main problem with the book was that the font was in bold. Its a little thing, but it just meant everything was over emphasised without adding any real value to it. I also don't feel...more

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Mar 18, 2012 Lucinda rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Mister Creecher is a new addition to the Frankenstein literature shelf that is utterly origional & new and that in no way is a copy or reflection of Mary Shelley's origional work. It is just as chilling and brilliant as Chris Priestley's other works, such as 'the tales of terror collection' and 'the dead of winter' novel that is also deliciously creepy with lots of twists and turns. This book is wonderfully macabre and genuinely spooky that will send chills down your spine and make you unkno...more Mister Creecher is a new addition to the Frankenstein literature shelf that is utterly origional & new and that in no way is a copy or reflection of Mary Shelley's origional work. It is just as chilling and brilliant as Chris Priestley's other works, such as 'the tales of terror collection' and 'the dead of winter' novel that is also deliciously creepy with lots of twists and turns. This book is wonderfully macabre and genuinely spooky that will send chills down your spine and make you unknowingly keep looking behind your shoulder, as 'the Independant' (newspaper) added that it is "Genuinely, thrillingly horrible" and for a storyline such as this then that is a great compliment. I was apsolutely facinated by the relationship between this creature and the boy because it was something that as a reader you certainly would not expect, hence i found it to be a read that was truly moving & heartwarming. One looks upon Mary Shelley's creation in an almost steriotypical way so that when it comes to someone else writing about this particular character in a conciderably new & different light, it not only throws you off guard but is completely overwhelming & suprising. As the saying goes 'don't judge a book by its cover' well this can also be applied to fictional characters to and our views on them and with Frankenstein you may want to think again when you have read Chris Priestley's rendition. I was utterly captivated from the begininng right through to the very end of this novel as it blew me away and something that i thought was not going to be very good or something that i presumed to be too much like a children's story, completely suprised & shocked me so much so that i did not want to put it down. I am not a huge fan of horror stories but this book had an even balance between gory descriptions and overdoing it in the way of grusome, explicit details that keep you awake at night. It did not take me very long to read as it is only a short novel and one that is very easy to read, that is character-driven and displays all the qualities of a facinating and exciting storyline that really captures ones imagination throughout. Mary Shelley will always be a litertary icon & rightly so, but she would also be proud of what Chris Priestley has achived here which is by no means any discredit to her. It is a beautiful story that is emotive, thought-provoking and throughly gripping and one that does not disapoint whatsoever the only thing it may do is suprise & delight you. (less)

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Mar 10, 2012 Alana White rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition Recommends it for: YA and Adult Readers

Shelves: historical-novels

MISTER CREECHER
Chris Priestly, Bloomsbury USA Children's, 2011, $16.99, hb, 400pp

Two outcasts inhabit London in 1818—one of them fifteen-year-old Billy, a pickpocket and thief, the other a hulking creature given life by Dr. Victor Frankenstein. This is not a retelling of that famous other story, but rather an inventive narrative that looks into a dark world where Billy is beaten and bullied and Mister Creecher is judged for his terrible appearance. Kind at heart, his face "looked as though it ha...more

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May 26, 2012 Vickie Ramage rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

I have recently developed a taste for Frankenstein novels, despite not having read Frankenstein itself (yet). Last week I read This Dark Endeavor, a book which I found rather disappointing and this week, Mister Creecher, a book which a much stronger storyline and characters and I loved it!

Chris Priestley certainly knows how to paint a gritty, realistic picture of London. By the time I had finished the book I wanted to scrub myself. Mister Creecher and Billy were two characters that I really con...more

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Sep 19, 2011 Natframpton rated it 4 of 5 stars

Mister Creecher was so much better than I had anticipated. I wasn't completely looking forward to a story about Frankenstein. It however is more of a story about friendship against all odds. How two of the most unexpected people can go through so much together and create impossible bonds.

Mister Creecher is in fact the creation of Dr Frankenstein and one night the main character Billy stumbles across him.
Billy is a thief, always finding himself in trouble with the gangs that litter the streets of...more

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Mar 05, 2012 TheBookAddictedGirl rated it 4 of 5 stars Recommends it for: All Horror, Historical and Frankenstein Lovers!

Shelves: arc, for-review, in-my-mailbox, action-adventure, blog-tour, british-fiction, fantasy, historical-fiction, horror, mystery, paranormal, read-2012, science-fiction, thriller-suspense, ya, ya-child-crossover

Billy is a thief. Mister Creecher is an outsider, a freakish giant with a monstrous face, who while on the trail of mysterious Frankenstein, saves Billy from death. To begin with, their relationship is pure convenience. Creecher needs Billy to follow Frankenstein. Billy needs Creecher for protection from other thieves. But soon a bond forms between the two, as they realise they may have more in common than they first thought.

But as they follow Frankenstein, can their friendship last? Or will it...more Billy is a thief. Mister Creecher is an outsider, a freakish giant with a monstrous face, who while on the trail of mysterious Frankenstein, saves Billy from death. To begin with, their relationship is pure convenience. Creecher needs Billy to follow Frankenstein. Billy needs Creecher for protection from other thieves. But soon a bond forms between the two, as they realise they may have more in common than they first thought.

But as they follow Frankenstein, can their friendship last? Or will it end up as bloody as their journey?

I read and loved Priestley’s The Dead of Winter, and I love Frankenstein so I of course had to get my hands on this one! And it did not disappoint! Creepy, suspenseful and thrilling, it had me hooked from the start. A story about friendship in the unlikeliest places, it was both beautiful and horrible. I can’t wait for Priestley’s next book!

15-year-old Billy was a boy who had seen a lot, been through more and lost more still. He had the feel of a street child – one from Dickensian novels. He was sneaky, brilliant at observation, with the occasional snarkiness and was just a really resourceful and smart-thinking boy. But he had this resentment in him: he was withdrawn, cut off because of everything that had happened to him. And he felt really real to me, even if I wanted to yell at him at times!

Mister Creecher was a very complicated and odd character, one I did feel sorry for. He knew how his looks made others think of him, and was sure he could never by happy. He was strangely vulnerable, sweet hearted, and desperate for love. Yet he wasn’t afraid to kill. He may not have been wholly human, but he had desires and longings, just liked humans. Was he bad? Good? I think he was both.

And I loved Billy and Creecher’s relationship, how it changed. It slowly shifted and I just loved how Priestley did this. The friendship that blossomed felt natural to me. Creecher was the only true friend Billy had ever had and vice versa. Although everything changed again, they truly were friends.

I adore Chris Priestley’s writing: oddly beautiful, lyrical, creepy and utterly addictive. He doesn’t shy from the gore, the suspense. I was completely absorbed in the story, under its spell. It was shocking, creepy, beautiful, bloody and spooky. The plot was equally amazing, and so unexpected. I really had no idea where the story was going. And the end… God. I never saw it coming!

The setting was just amazing – London, 1818. It was so vivid, so lifelike – it jumped off the page and into my head. Priestley has a real talent for creating gritty and vivid settings that make me feel like I’ve gone back in time. Or they’re so real it feels like I’ve picked up a Dickens novel. And he truly made London back then creepy, gothic and spooky: I loved it!

I loved how the story tied in with Frankenstein and another novel from around that time, one I didn’t realise was more than just an influence until I looked the book picture up and stumbled across an award. Until right toward the end, I didn’t even know how much Book 2 tied in with the story. I almost felt like smiling as it was revealed. In a strange, horrible and rather shocking way, it was perfect. It was so unexpected. Which made that final twist all the more brilliant.

Creecher kills and Billy steals. Both should be Bad. Both should be Not Liked. But… I couldn’t hate them. Creecher was looked upon in horror, so he became what was thought of him. Billy stole because he had to, to survive. Creecher loved to read and just didn’t want to be alone. Billy wanted a family, a friend. Although they should be bad, I couldn’t hate them. They were human. While both had their downfalls, they also had redeeming qualities. Good is in all, even ‘monsters’ and thieves. They made me question everything.

A book of contradictions, friendship, betrayal, murder, science and the search of happiness, Mister Creecher was one heck of a book, a gothic horror story, full of twists and chills, with the most amazing setting and beautiful writing. I could go on forever, so all I shall say is READ THIS! You will not regret it. It’s a horror story that makes you think, especially about one question: Nature Vs Nurture. Perfect.(less)

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Oct 11, 2011 Misty rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: recieved-for-review

First off I have to say a big thank you to Donna at Book passion for life for asking me to review this for them, I'd never heard of it and might not have read it otherwise and I'm really glad I did because I ended up really enjoying it.

I've never read Mary Shelley's frankenstein but after this adaption and reading the factful authors note at the end I'd really like to, to see the authors inspirations for Mister Creecher. Chris Priestly has come up with a great twist and made the story his own he...more

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Sep 26, 2012 Danny rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: ya, 2012-list

I was completely prepared to give Mister Creecher a 4 but then the ending just didn't agree with me.

Mister Creecher is a retelling? of Frankenstein. Personally I don't really know much about Frankenstein apart from the obvious 'I-am-the-result-of-a-bunch-of-hacked-body-bits' and so I was really excited to dig into the story. As always Chris Priestley didn't disappoint and I was sucked into the writing. The plot was kind of simplistic and the end felt really uncompleted to me. It wasn't as scary...more

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Aug 29, 2012 Andrew rated it 3 of 5 stars

I stumbled across Chris Priestleys books a while ago and have been fascinated with them ever since. He blends accessible and fast paced stories with the essence of the classic gothic terror and suspense story. And as such this story is no different to his earlier books however its style is totally new. This book is one continuous story as it follows the travels of Billy and mister Creecher and their relationship to each other. The book is a fascinating tale of what they experience and see and ho...more

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Dec 20, 2011 Patricia rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: fantasy, young-adult, 2011-lists

I chose this one based on the cover and rating. Had no clue what it was about when I started. The character interaction is realistic, despite the premise, and I felt empathy for both Billy and Creecher. There were some great moments between the two.

Some of the dialog didn't ring true and the prose was somewhat juvenile in places, even for a young adult book. I didn't care for the ending, although I can't see how else it could have ended. Still an enjoyable read. Hopefully this story will get ki...more

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Oct 17, 2012 Rachael (Piper) rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: carnegie-2012

I really enjoyed this book, more than what I thought. My first impression wasn't good, mainly because of the cover, but never judge a book by its cover!

You get sucked right into England in the early 19th century, following a boy Billy and exploring London and seeing how bad the times were for him. However, Billy does find a friend and calls him Mister Creecher, his back story being he's not exactly human... he's the creation of Frankenstein.

I loved their friendship, how they'd get up to all sort...more

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Sep 30, 2012 Chris Mawbey rated it 4 of 5 stars

This is an entertaining take on the Frankenstein story with a significant POV shift. Chris Priestley skillfully introduces us to early nineteenth century London and the central characters of Creecher and Billy. The story pays homage to and stays fairly consistent with Mary Shelley's original work but there are some tongue in cheek references that briefly lift the mood of what has the potential to be a very dark tale.
As the relationship between Billy and Creecher develops they begin a journey acr...more

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Jul 13, 2012 Adam Sparks rated it 3 of 5 stars

I'm really not sure how I feel about this book.

Firstly, I feel the need to preface this review by noting that I picked it up for cheap (like a £1) in Amazon's daily Kindle book sale. I went into it without knowing that it was basically Frankenstein fan-fiction, and I say that without the negativity I would usually bestow upon that word. I point this out because having read a number of reviews, it seems I was the only one unaware, so I think it's fair to say that this would affect my opinion in c...more I'm really not sure how I feel about this book.

Firstly, I feel the need to preface this review by noting that I picked it up for cheap (like a £1) in Amazon's daily Kindle book sale. I went into it without knowing that it was basically Frankenstein fan-fiction, and I say that without the negativity I would usually bestow upon that word. I point this out because having read a number of reviews, it seems I was the only one unaware, so I think it's fair to say that this would affect my opinion in comparison to others.

The story is pretty good for the most part. I enjoyed reading the development of Creecher and Billy's relationship, though there were some weak points. I got a bit tired of them constantly falling out only to make up again by about the third time it happened in a pretty short book. I also felt that by the end of the book, their interactions become really unrealistic; Billy just starts acting like a dick for no real reason. He also happens to be a completely unlikable character.

I also really enjoyed some of the characters that the duo met along the way, though there were also negatives there: They all just suddenly drop off the face of the planet. Why did all the stuff with the couple in London lead nowhere? Why did the writer feel compelled to elude to Mr. Browning being sick only to have him never show up after a couple more chapters? I am guessing some of these are reference to other novels (most of this book is) but who cares; it doesn't make for a compelling read when everything results in a rather flaccid dead end.

To interject with a wholly positive point; I really loved the reveal that "Mr. Creecher" was in fact Frankenstein's creature.

SPOILERS AHEAD!

One character I did not particularly enjoy was Jane. Within a chapter of meeting her, you know she's going to die. This kind of predictability is really counter-conducive to an interesting story; the reader should be curiously caught up in wondering where the character is going, not wishing she'd hurry up and die already so the story could move on.

This wasn't helped by Billy's completely unrealistic and sudden falling in love with her after meeting a single time. Even to the point of dropping his only friend. That was ridiculous and poorly written.

I also have to be a bit of a negative Nancy when it comes to Priestley's writing. On the surface it's fine, but there are some really gross metaphors dotted throughout the book in the most unnecessary places, while at other points it feels as though he's simply listing off features of a room or actions that Billy took. It felt rather like reading through a series of bullet-points at times.(less)

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Mar 12, 2012 Nina at Death Books and Tea rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Review: Billy is a young thief on the streets of London when he meets Mr Creecher- a giant, mismatched man who is extremely mysterious. However, it doesn’t take long for them to form a strange friendship as together they journey north, following one man in particular- Victor Frankenstein.
In case you haven’t guessed Creecher is Frankenstein’s Creature, and (not so obviously) Billy is Oliver Twist’s Bill Sikes (but much younger). We also meet other characters such as Justine (the girl who hangs af...more Review: Billy is a young thief on the streets of London when he meets Mr Creecher- a giant, mismatched man who is extremely mysterious. However, it doesn’t take long for them to form a strange friendship as together they journey north, following one man in particular- Victor Frankenstein.
In case you haven’t guessed Creecher is Frankenstein’s Creature, and (not so obviously) Billy is Oliver Twist’s Bill Sikes (but much younger). We also meet other characters such as Justine (the girl who hangs after Frankenstein’s Creature kills someone), and such. Points to Chris for including fictional characters into his own fiction. Extra points for including real life figures in this as well, such as Mary Shelley.
I enjoyed the Tales of Terror series of books, so I should have enjoyed this. And I’m glad to say I did. The atmosphere and world building, this time of Victorian London, is excellent, and elements of gothic horror come through a lot. The back end of London is portrayed fully and you get quite attached to the characters.
You don’t get that many teenage horror novels, and this is a good addition to the pool. If I hadn’t read Frankenstein by then, I would have probably done after reading this.
The writing is good. As well as building atmosphere and tension, there’s a nice quality to it that doesn’t censor gore, but keeps you thinking about the events,
Creecher is shown in a really pitiful light, more so than the original Frankenstein. There were many times throughout where I just wanted to hug him, but there were also enough times to remind us that at heart, he was a monster. Seeing him learn about things such as reading was really nice seeing him develop in ways that we take for granted.
Billy and Creecher’s relationship (non-romantic) is nice to watch develop. It grows slowly as both develop, and it’s nice seeing it happen. It also means that these two characters, both the antagonists in their respective classics, are really likeable in this book.

Overall: Strength 4 tea to a strong horror novel for younger readers. (less)

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Nov 09, 2011 Laura rated it 4 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: read-in-2011

There seems to be a bit of trend for ‘new horror’ where the older classics are being revisited for a new generation and re imagined in a way that appeals to a new audience. With Mister Creecher we see the world of Frankenstein being dipped into with new eyes; the view point of a London pick pocket who discovers what he thinks is a dead man but turns out to be a sleeping monster in the form of Frankenstein’s creature (or whom he calls Mister Creecher upon mishearing his name).

I’m a big fan of th...more There seems to be a bit of trend for ‘new horror’ where the older classics are being revisited for a new generation and re imagined in a way that appeals to a new audience. With Mister Creecher we see the world of Frankenstein being dipped into with new eyes; the view point of a London pick pocket who discovers what he thinks is a dead man but turns out to be a sleeping monster in the form of Frankenstein’s creature (or whom he calls Mister Creecher upon mishearing his name).

I’m a big fan of the horror genre as a whole and I’m really excited to see more and more books like this that introduce a new generation to the world of classic and Gothic novels and hopefully encourages them to look into more books and the originators of these new books. Mister Creecher is a nice starting point for those that haven’t read Frankenstein or those that have read it but have an interest in explore other concepts and ideas based on the story of the scientist gone too far and the being he creates. If I’m honest, I didn’t instantly fall in love with this book but I think that’s down to my love of the original Mary Shelley story and so after I got over the fact that Chris Priestley’s book wasn’t his take on Frankenstein and more a companion tale that gives a nod to the first book and their characters within it.

I loved the telling of the world and life of Creecher from the point of view as a child and a brother in arms as such as they are both outcasts and don’t fit in and so are bonded together. Billy’s point of view has an innocence about it and gives us a view on Creecher as a being with a need for friendship and love rather than a monster that the rest of the world see’s him as. I adored their bond together and how hard hearted they both were to let one another into their lives and past but when they do they find friends with each other and salvation.

What is clear is that Chris Priestley knows his Horror and knows his audience and gives them what they want and what they need to really enjoy the story of Creecher as he follows Frankenstein from afar with the help of Billy and both learn about trust and the strengths and weaknesses in humanity and themselves.(less)

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Jul 09, 2012 Book Angel Emma rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: classics-carnival

CLASSICS CARNIVAL - REVIEW BY ANDY - THE PEWTER WOLF

In London 1818, Billy is many things. Street urchin, pick pocket, petty thief. So, when he is attacked by another, he is saved by a giant of a man who he names Mister Creecher. When Mister Creecher offers Billy a job, Billy takes it, purely as Mister Creecher promises to protect him. It was a deal of pure convenience. But the more time they spend together, they become friends as Billy follows Creecher’s target... one Victor Frankenstein.

Now, I...more CLASSICS CARNIVAL - REVIEW BY ANDY - THE PEWTER WOLF

In London 1818, Billy is many things. Street urchin, pick pocket, petty thief. So, when he is attacked by another, he is saved by a giant of a man who he names Mister Creecher. When Mister Creecher offers Billy a job, Billy takes it, purely as Mister Creecher promises to protect him. It was a deal of pure convenience. But the more time they spend together, they become friends as Billy follows Creecher’s target... one Victor Frankenstein.

Now, I have to admit something before I go on. First, I have never read Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein, so I can’t turn round and go “This happens alongside Frankenstein like a companion novel.”. It was after I read the book and reading the Book’s extras did I go “Oh, so you could read them side-by-side... Ok!”

My view on this book: I didn’t click with it. I just didn’t warm to this story, I’m afraid. I think it’s mainly because of the writing style for this book. It was trying so hard to fit the time period that it was jarring for me as a modern day reader to click with it.

Another problem I had was the characters. We were meant to be on Billy and Mister Creecher’s side, rooting for them to succeed. But I didn’t. I never had that connection to the characters that made me root for them. For me, this is a big thing. If I connect to a character – whether they be a hero of the story of the anti-hero – then I will be rooting for them or I would understand what has motivated them to do what they are doing.

However, with me going a bit negative on this book, I did like the subtle hints in this book. When Billy meet Mary Shelley and her husband, and then the twist in the final chapter that connects Frankenstein to another classic ... I like these tiny things.

But the story on the whole wasn’t my cup of tea. It was a struggle for me and when you threaten to stab it with a very sharp knife, that’s not a good sign... But because I found it a struggle doesn’t mean you will and I hope that, if this does interest you, you would read it and form your opinions on the book.
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Aug 22, 2011 Kirsty (overflowing library) rated it 3 of 5 stars · review of another edition

Shelves: review-books, uk-author

Mister Creecher is an interesting read which is very different from Chris Priestly's first novel but also capturing the same gothic victorian feel as it meaning I really enjoyed it.

For me this book at its very core is about humanity and friendship and spends a great deal of time questioning issues around these themes. Creecher is a monster who is shunned by society forced to live on the outskirts, never quite fitting in anywhere. His mission in life is to hunt down his creator who has promised t...more

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Mar 16, 2012 Patrick Hurley rated it 2 of 5 stars

I really liked the premise behind this book (street urchin in Regency London meet's Frankenstein's monster). And the writing was fairly decent, though some of the passages were very YA in style.

The ending, however, left me very disappointed. I don't mind the surprise twist. What I do mind is the abrupt jolting conclusion, the lack of resolution, and the complete disregard for pacing. It feels like the author wasn't quite sure how to bring this one home and just stopped.

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Oct 03, 2012 Lynette rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: young-adult

I was enjoying this book very much and was thinking it could possibly be a 5 star, as I felt it would appeal to reluctant boy readers who would enjoy the storyline, the setting, the language used, and especially the characters who were well developed throughout the story. The book was very well written. However, the ending fell short of my expectations, thus, the 3 stars.

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Feb 17, 2012 Chelsea rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: teen-fiction

I'm a big fan of the original Frankenstein, and I think this alternate look at the Creature's journey through the UK in pursuit of Frankenstein succeeds in illuminating many of the themes of Shelley's original work in an accessible way for contemporary readers. Billy is an engaging and sympathetic narrator, and his friendship with Mr. Creecher is believable and poignant. I struggled a bit with the ending - it felt a bit abrupt. But I was pleasantly surprised by the way Priestly brought in anothe...more

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Nov 14, 2011 Carmen rated it 4 of 5 stars

By combining characters from Shelley's Frankenstein and Dicken's Oliver Twist, author Chris Priestley presents an interesting and otherworldly view of Frankenstein in Mister Creecher. It is well written, moves quickly, and leaves us wanting more but left only with our imaginations to finish this satisfying tale.

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Dec 02, 2012 Barbara rated it 5 of 5 stars

Brilliant ... loved it. A tale about friendship and belonging, this is a twist on the Frankenstein story with some wonderful characters. Evocatively set in both London and the wilds of the North, Chris Priestley manages to set the scene for both locations - from murky fog-filled alleyways to the windswept moors, taking in a Victorian Oxford on the way. But don't get me wrong, this isn't just about a journey; there are some scary moments, some funny moments and a very clever ending!

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Sep 28, 2012 Chantal rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: science-fiction-ya

Frankenstein's monster meets Oliver Twist in this quirky story by Chris Prietley. Mister Creecher is a monster with a great mind and even bigger heart, saving the life of Billy, a thief and pickpocket. He and Billy's adventures will enthral boys with a taste for adventure.

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Aug 22, 2011 Sarah rated it 2 of 5 stars

Shelves: arc, fantasy-scifi, juvenile, own, young-adult

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One thing I forget to mention: the only thing I could think of, by the cover and the description, was the old wrestler The Undertaker. That's apparently what Frankenstein's monster looks like to Chris Priestley.

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Jan 23, 2013 Amy rated it 2 of 5 stars

It started out okay.
I didn't really like the rest of it. The two main characters sounded forced at times (especially the dialogue). Then I reached the end and the surprise twist flattened my impression of the book.

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Jun 10, 2012 Jenni rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: british-author, historical, ya, horror

Really loved this alternative take on Frankenstein, thought it fitted really well with the Nick Dear / Danny Boyle version for the National Theatre. Thought the ending was brilliant, very unexpected and very pleasing.

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Feb 20, 2012 Mandy Brigwell rated it 5 of 5 stars

Aside from one very, very minor niggle, this was a triumph with an absolutely superb ending. Great stuff. (The minor niggle? One very will conversation between two girls about a servant. It was supposed to be funny but really needs to be cut...)

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Sep 26, 2012 Annette rated it 3 of 5 stars

A children's book but saying that I really enjoyed it. A story about a young orphan who befriends Frankenstein's monster who is out for revenge. Good story with good characters.

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His father was in the army and so he moved around a lot as a child and lived in Wales. He was an avid reader of American comics as a child, and when he was eight or nine, and living in Gibraltar, he won a prize in a newspaper story-writing competition. He decided then “that my ambition was to write and illustrate my own book”.
He spent his teens in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, before moving to Manchester,...more

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