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coleycole's review
5.0
This is one of the best picture books that I have ever read. Ever. It's one of the few picture books that honestly addresses what it's like to have a parent who isn't perfect. And maybe way less than perfect. I've given it to adults and read it with kids, and everyone likes it. I appreciate picture books with a bit of reality -- even if it's fantastical reality. The art is dark and messy and lovely.
onceuponacarm's review
3.0
If judging on illustrations alone, I would give this 5 stars. I love Steven Gammel and this is one of his best, in my opinion. But I didn't care for the story.
kmorningstar13's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
babs_jellymuck's review
5.0
Magical, suspenseful. I picked this book up for the love of Stephen Gammel's illustrations and was not at all disappointed by them. Enjoyed seeing his work in full, abstracted color as opposed to the black and white of the Scary Stories illustrations. I felt they matched the writing style well. The mystery surrounding Monster Mama was fascinating- I found her conflict resolution surprising but fun. I appreciate that she is a delightful, oppinionated, loving and caring introverted "monster," with unconventional appearances-- a strong and alluring female character.
kesterbird's review
5.0
Beautiful illustrations (I mean REALLY stand out gorgeous) and a lovely story about kindness in monsters.
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