Fragile Monsters by Catherine Menon is a haunting and atmospheric novel that spans several generations of a Malaysian family.
The story follows Durga, who returns home to visit her strict and enigmatic grandmother, Mary, only to uncover buried memories, unspoken tragedies, and the horrors endured during war and political unrest. The book moves between past and present, slowly revealing how trauma, fear, and silence shaped the lives of the women in the family.
Blending historical fiction, mystery, and emotional depth, Fragile Monsters is a rich, evocative exploration of identity, memory, and the stories families hide to survive.
