So when I read the first 4 chapters, I thought "oh no", I don't know if I am going to enjoy this... BUT THEN? Wow, loved it. Was amazing, it completely sucked me in and didn't let me go. I feel so connected to the characters and I know they'll be on my mind for a little while more. 
I loved the discussion of how families aren't always blood, and are often who you chose to be your family, and it also means loving them and supporting them, even with their sometimes large flaws. Monstrilio was absolutely heartwarming and heartwrenching at the same time. A beautiful novel about love and grief.