If ''The Flask'' appeals, we can also recommend [[A Monster Calls by Patrick Ness]], a beautiful story of coming to terms with the loss of a parent from an idea by the late - and much missed - Siobhan Dowd and given wonderful life by Patrick Ness in words and Jim Kay in pictures. Lovers of language would also enjoy [[Hate That Cat by Sharon Creech]], a gorgeous novel in free verse and a perfect introduction to poetry for anyone, young or old alike.