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Never a Hero is the brilliant sequel to the bestselling Only a Monster - where the line between monster and hero is razor thin. Hidden worlds dwell in the shadows, monsters with untold powers walk among humans, and secrets are the most powerful weapon of all. Join Joan as her thrilling journey continues and a secret past threatens to unravel everyone's future.After the dramatic events at the end of Only a Monster, Joan must find a way to re-gather her old allies when the real threat returns - the most dangerous member of the Monster Court.As the stakes rise - and Nick gets perilously closer to discovering the truth of what Joan did to him - Joan advances deeper into the monster world. When she's captured by the Monster Court itself, she uncovers a secret of her own, and her enemy's mission takes on a whole new meaning.Torn between love and family and monstrous choices, Joan must find a way to face down the deadliest of enemies, and to save the timeline itself.  PRAISE FOR ONLY A MONSTERVanessa Len's Only a Monster is captivating and unique.' - Lynette Noni'An absolute page-turner. Only a Monster paints another vivid world inside the one we know, and uses a deft hand to bring it utterly alive.'- Chloe Gong'Put down everything and read it!' - CS Pacat'The writing and the premise are delightful, as are the monsters.' - Holly Black