The digitized pen-and-ink illustrations add depth and texture to the story. The series of gracefully crafted spreads eloquently portrays the ups and downs of Monkey’s emotional journey. Young readers will identify with the plush, huggable characters and sympathize with Monkey as he struggles to sort out his feelings.
- Linda L. Walkins, Saint Joseph Preparatory High School, Boston, MA, School Library Journal
...children will relate to Monkey's epiphany that it takes two to share.
- Kara Dean, Booklist