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Monkey Mayhem: A Retro Whimsy Sentient Object Romance
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Aster had only wanted a toy to distract her dog from her beloved stuffed monkey. Under no circumstance could she have anticipated the scene she just walked in her dog chasing the cursing monkey across the townhouse.
Now, with some advice from her friend, Aster is determined to help the monkey break his curse. No matter what it takes. But will breaking the curse break Aster too?
Aster had only wanted a toy to distract her dog from her beloved stuffed monkey. Under no circumstance could she have anticipated the scene she just walked in her dog chasing the cursing monkey across the townhouse.
Now, with some advice from her friend, Aster is determined to help the monkey break his curse. No matter what it takes. But will breaking the curse break Aster too?
90 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 20, 2026
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August 27, 2026
Whenever I choose a book by Sabrina Cross, I know I’m in for a good read. “Monkey Mayhem” is no exception. I found this book to be both entertaining and emotionally moving. Simply put, I loved it.
I don’t know how I’d react if a toy I bought for my dog suddenly started talking, but I think my initial reaction would resemble Aster’s, especially if my dog were a teacup Yorkshire terrier.
That said, I know I’d chicken out when it came time to complete the tasks needed to break the curse surrounding the stuffed animal, which is actually a man who’s been turned into a toy after being cursed. I have nothing against Mason, though. He’s absolutely adorable and so thoughtful toward Aster. I’m just saying, I wouldn’t be as brave as she is when it comes to figuring out how to break the spell.
On a more serious note, I found it interesting to see that beneath her tough exterior, Aster bears a few scars left by life, too. Fortunately, now that she’s shown them to Mason, I think he’s the perfect person to help heal those scars.
The “Retro Whimsy” series is captivating, and each of its books makes us want to learn more about the women who run the shop. So, of course, I highly recommend “Monkey Mayhem” and the series as a whole.
I don’t know how I’d react if a toy I bought for my dog suddenly started talking, but I think my initial reaction would resemble Aster’s, especially if my dog were a teacup Yorkshire terrier.
That said, I know I’d chicken out when it came time to complete the tasks needed to break the curse surrounding the stuffed animal, which is actually a man who’s been turned into a toy after being cursed. I have nothing against Mason, though. He’s absolutely adorable and so thoughtful toward Aster. I’m just saying, I wouldn’t be as brave as she is when it comes to figuring out how to break the spell.
On a more serious note, I found it interesting to see that beneath her tough exterior, Aster bears a few scars left by life, too. Fortunately, now that she’s shown them to Mason, I think he’s the perfect person to help heal those scars.
The “Retro Whimsy” series is captivating, and each of its books makes us want to learn more about the women who run the shop. So, of course, I highly recommend “Monkey Mayhem” and the series as a whole.
June 24, 2026
✨✨BOOK REVIEW✨✨
Leave it to Sabrina Cross to have me folded for a SOCK MONKEY?!
Retro Whimsy is hands down my favorite series written by Sabrina because of how she crafted this entire storyline. The lore behind where these objects came from and the curious shop keepers that put them with their perfect person. I cannot wait to see where this series goes next, I’m selfish in saying I never want it to end, but I really don’t.
I love that Aster (FMC) has a hard time accepting love and being softer but that Mason (MMC) brings that out in her. Also it was cute that his curse wasn’t broken based on how Aster assumed they could break it and that it was broken once she truly let her guard down. We love a book that handles trauma and healing.
Okay fuzzy things aside, his c*m is flavored unexpectedly and lowkey now craving candy flavored like it 😅😅 the only thing that made me cringe just a little is the wet cotton description, I have tactile issues. Also I vocally screamed when he beauty and the beast style transforms back into a human because imagine a sock monkey doing that, just … just imagine it please it’s so hilarious.
I just loved this book. If you are looking for a romance book that is going to make you feel all the feelings as well as slightly insane the Mobkey Mayhem is perfect! This book is available on KU, purchase on Amazon OR you can purchase direct from author (the best option IMO)
Leave it to Sabrina Cross to have me folded for a SOCK MONKEY?!
Retro Whimsy is hands down my favorite series written by Sabrina because of how she crafted this entire storyline. The lore behind where these objects came from and the curious shop keepers that put them with their perfect person. I cannot wait to see where this series goes next, I’m selfish in saying I never want it to end, but I really don’t.
I love that Aster (FMC) has a hard time accepting love and being softer but that Mason (MMC) brings that out in her. Also it was cute that his curse wasn’t broken based on how Aster assumed they could break it and that it was broken once she truly let her guard down. We love a book that handles trauma and healing.
Okay fuzzy things aside, his c*m is flavored unexpectedly and lowkey now craving candy flavored like it 😅😅 the only thing that made me cringe just a little is the wet cotton description, I have tactile issues. Also I vocally screamed when he beauty and the beast style transforms back into a human because imagine a sock monkey doing that, just … just imagine it please it’s so hilarious.
I just loved this book. If you are looking for a romance book that is going to make you feel all the feelings as well as slightly insane the Mobkey Mayhem is perfect! This book is available on KU, purchase on Amazon OR you can purchase direct from author (the best option IMO)
June 21, 2026
Have you ever thought about getting down with a six foot tall sock money? No? Me either! But anything can happen in the creative mind of Sabrina Cross lol. This one was faster paced than the others in this series, but that’s not a bad thing. Things were very straight to the point and ridiculous in all the Sentient Object Romance ways. I really liked this one and thought that it was super cute. If you are a fan of Sentient Object Romance, then i definitely recommend this whole series. It’s a whole vibe.
June 22, 2026
Spicy!
So if y'all have been following along with Retro Whimsy, we all know that s3x is usually the answer, well kind of. Here we have a girl and her sock monkey and they have amazing spicy time! They get down and dirty A LOT! Now in this case it doesn't break the curse, oh no! But they do figure out what does eventually! I love these little books! So much fun reading them and a lot of time even if they are short I am over here in SUSPENSE
So if y'all have been following along with Retro Whimsy, we all know that s3x is usually the answer, well kind of. Here we have a girl and her sock monkey and they have amazing spicy time! They get down and dirty A LOT! Now in this case it doesn't break the curse, oh no! But they do figure out what does eventually! I love these little books! So much fun reading them and a lot of time even if they are short I am over here in SUSPENSE
Review of advance copy received from Author
There is more than 1 way to break a curse.
Mason & Aster had adorable chemistry. I totally identify with Asters anxiety over being left if feelings got too big also!
Things i loved:
Eyes on me
Good girl
Weird peen
Fruit punch c*m
Mason & Aster had adorable chemistry. I totally identify with Asters anxiety over being left if feelings got too big also!
Things i loved:
Eyes on me
Good girl
Weird peen
Fruit punch c*m
June 14, 2026
Fun, hot, and made me giggle!
** I received an eARC from the author as a member of their Patreon and am voluntarily leaving an honest review. **
** I received an eARC from the author as a member of their Patreon and am voluntarily leaving an honest review. **
June 27, 2026
This had no reason to be as good as it was, like I actually loved this story.
June 28, 2026
Sabrina did it again!
I am completely OBSESSED with Sabrina's Retro Whimsy series and recommend it as often as I can. This one was so sweet and hilarious!
I am completely OBSESSED with Sabrina's Retro Whimsy series and recommend it as often as I can. This one was so sweet and hilarious!
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