Frankenstein: A Gothic Horror Classic Abridged for Kids (Illustrated Chapter Book Young Readers, Ages 7-12)

On a stormy November night, Victor Frankenstein succeeds at something no one has ever done - and instantly regrets it. Terrified of the enormous creature he's brought to life, he runs. What follows is a story of accidents no one meant, a promise broken in fear, and a creature who wants nothing more than to be known instead of feared. This gripping middle grade retelling keeps the tension and gothic atmosphere of Mary Shelley's original classic while trading its darkest turns for something sturdier: real consequences, real grief, and real chances at redemption. Justine is saved by an unlikely act of courage. William's family finds closure. And on a wedding night thick with dread, one brave choice changes everything. Complete with a Victorian pen-and-ink illustration on nearly every page, this chapter book is built for readers ages 7 to 12 who are ready for their first taste of gothic adventure - mystery, science gone wrong, and a monster who turns out to be more human than anyone expected.