Icky Sticky Monster    by Jo Lodge Order:  USA  Can Candlewick, 2012 (2012) Hardcover      Reviewed by Bob Walch This novelty picture book is totally disgusting and gross. Of course, that means children three and older will probably love it! At least that is what the author, Jo Lodge, is banking upon. Icky Sticky Monster loves to do yucky things. For example, he hides in the toilet and, since this is a pop-up book, when you pull back the lid - 'Boo!', out he jumps! The Icky Sticky Monster also loves to poke his finger in his nose and pull out some snotty goo. And, if that's not gross enough, he also thinks going through a trash bin to find lunch is really a clever idea. Boy, does he love those gloopy treats and moldy things! Had enough? No? Well, when this disgusting fellow is thirsty he 'guzzles down a jug of stinky, wormy cabbage juice with added chunks of slug'! Phew, that's really, totally, super yucky! The biggest surprise of all comes at the end of this book when Icky Sticky Monster shyly seeks a kiss from the reader. You may respond, 'I DON’T THINK SO!', but your little monster might not mind at all! The pop-up parts of this book are pretty cool and, naturally, they complement the antics of this unusual and rather hilarious character who is rather loveable in spite of his less than savory habits. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Kids books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews