Patrick Ness, (A Monster Calls)

“Belief is half of all healing. Belief in the cure, belief in the future that awaits.”

“You talk like American television.”

“When the monster struck a blow, Conor felt the sting of it in his own fist. When the monster held Harry's arm behind his back, Conor had felt Harry's muscles resisting. Resisting, but not winning. Because how could a boy beat a monster?”