"The Mount’s Bay Monster" is a fantastic tale about enchanted places that captures and enhances the readers’ imagination

Written – in the words of the author – ’for children from nine to ninety-nine’ The Mount’s Bay Monster is a warm fantasy that gives a glimpse of the beauty of Mount’s Bay, both past and present.

When our hero, the monster, is awakened from his gentle slumber he is forced to meet a set of challenges as he seeks the peace that he yearns. Over many obstacles and with the help of his trusty friends, the monster finally reaches his resting place.

Author Rosemary Davison says that, having lived in Cornwall for nearly 20 years, it will forever hold a special place in her heart. This book is a glorification of the land where so many of Rosemary’s happiest memories have been made - a book to be equally enjoyed by anyone who loves either living or holidaying in this area.

One day, looking from her garden in Mousehole to the splendid view over Mount’s Bay, Rosemary imagined St. Clement’s Isle as the silhouette of a sleeping monster. Gradually, combining fantasy with some of the ancient legends of the area, her story came to life: the story of a Monster who changes from gentle giant to menacing maniac, drowning his forest kingdom in the process, magically recreating an amazing new world, and finally ensuring that he will be forever hailed as Hero and Guardian of the Bay.

What brings The Mount’s Bay Monster to life is the passionate admiration that Rosemary Davison clearly feels for her natural surroundings. Her driving and powerful storytelling shines through in a tale that, indeed, can be enjoyed by all.