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jessicalistr's review against another edition
5.0
Throckmorton S. Monkey is not like the other stuffed animals trapped in the smelly net above his keeper Anneliese's bed. Throckmorton is a very special, hand sewn with love, sock monkey that has seen Anneliese through all of her lonely years at Eastcliff-by the-Sea. Everything changes for Anneliese and Throckmorton, though, when they and the rest of the family are invited to an extra special party exclusively for sock monkeys and their keepers! This sweet, honest tale of loyalty and love amidst a background of family problems such as secrecy and divorce has both it's tearful moments and laugh out loud hysterical moments that will keep you entertained through every single page turn. Children ages 8-11 will adore this lightly illustrated transitional chapter book that has themes of fantasy and realism all rolled into one sweet book with a lot of heart.
yapha's review against another edition
3.0
Told from the point of view of Throckton S. Monkey, one of the 49 sock monkeys created by Great Grandma Easterling, this story takes place in New England in the 1930s. Annaliese's mother disappeared when she was a baby. All she wants is to know about her, but her father has forbidden anyone in the house from discussing her. As plans for Great Grandma Easterling's 90th birthday party are under way, Annaliese wonders if there is someway that she can learn more. A sweet adventure with a satisfying conclusion to the mystery. Recommended for grades 2-4.
quietjenn's review against another edition
3.0
I am not really the ideal audience for books about the inner life of stuffed animals. Even though, in real life I frequently anthropomorphize stuffed animals. Go figure. Anyway, this is pretty twee, which is probably not surprising. Alas, not quite the brand of twee that I respond to. It's sweet and nice and would probably make very nice before bedtime reading.
libscote's review against another edition
4.0
I'm not necessarily a huge sock monkey fan, but I very much enjoyed this story about Trockmorton S. Monkey and his owner, Annaliese.
momentum262's review against another edition
4.0
“Everything you need to live a rich and happy life already resides in your sock monkey’s heart. Love...and loyalty...listening...and a never-ending smile.” - Eileen Beha, The Secrets of Eastcliff-by-the-Sea
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An adorable, fun book told from the perspective of an adored sock monkey named Throckmorton. I smiled my way through this quick read and was captivated by these loving sock monkeys and their keepers.
Ever since I took a class on Children’s Literature, I’ve enjoyed the genre as an adult and keeping up with the book award candidates. This book did not disappoint, and should be enjoyed by readers of all ages!
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An adorable, fun book told from the perspective of an adored sock monkey named Throckmorton. I smiled my way through this quick read and was captivated by these loving sock monkeys and their keepers.
Ever since I took a class on Children’s Literature, I’ve enjoyed the genre as an adult and keeping up with the book award candidates. This book did not disappoint, and should be enjoyed by readers of all ages!
violets_mom's review against another edition
3.0
Throckmorton the sock monkey belongs to Annaliese Easterling, a girl who has been homeschooled and shut in her family castle nearly her entire life. Annaliese's mother mysteriously disappeared long ago, so she and her twin brothers are mainly seen after by caregivers and maids.
One strange day, Great Grandmama Easterling sends invitations addressed to 49 sock monkeys in the family, including Throckmorton. The story takes us on a journey to figure out why monkeys need a party, what Great Grandmama is plotting, and if perhaps Annaliese's mother plays a role.
I started out enjoying this book. I liked Throckmorton's narration and his perspective as an unusual narrator. But midway through the book, I lost steam. A few elements seem misplaced (spiked punch, adult relationships), and the plot was muddled. No spoilers, but I wasn't impressed with the ending either.
One strange day, Great Grandmama Easterling sends invitations addressed to 49 sock monkeys in the family, including Throckmorton. The story takes us on a journey to figure out why monkeys need a party, what Great Grandmama is plotting, and if perhaps Annaliese's mother plays a role.
I started out enjoying this book. I liked Throckmorton's narration and his perspective as an unusual narrator. But midway through the book, I lost steam. A few elements seem misplaced (spiked punch, adult relationships), and the plot was muddled. No spoilers, but I wasn't impressed with the ending either.
libscote's review against another edition
4.0
I'm not necessarily a huge sock monkey fan, but I very much enjoyed this story about Trockmorton S. Monkey and his owner, Annaliese.
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