The Somewhat True Adventures of Sammy..., Henry Cole
The Somewhat True Adventures of Sammy..., Henry Cole
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The Somewhat True Adventures of Sammy Shine

Author: Henry Cole

Narrator: Giordan Diaz

Unabridged: 2 hr 17 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/07/2022

Synopsis

Sammy Shine’s life as Hank’s pet mouse was simple and quiet―until Hank’s brother sends Sammy up in a remote controlled airplane and loses control.When Sammy Shine’s plane takes off unexpectedly, he ends up in a whole new world; no longer does he live in comfort in his shoe box in Hank’s room. Now he’s lost in the woods with no way to get home, while a dangerous enemy lurks. Fortunately, a group of new friends, including a mouse, an injured crow, a newt, and a shrew, will help him find and repair his plane so he can try to get back home.Inspired by a childhood experience, New York Times bestselling author Henry Cole offers this charming novel featuring adorable animal characters, an exciting adventure, and an action-packed plot.

About Henry Cole

Henry Cole is the illustrator of many beloved picture books and novels for children, including his own A Nest for Celeste, Spot, the Cat, and Big Bug, as well as Three Hens and a Peacock and Prairie Chicken Little. He lives in Virginia, but you can visit him at his website at HenryCole.net.

About Giordan Diaz

Giordan Diaz is a New York City-based Cuban-American actor. He attended Barry University, where he majored in theater and earned a BFA with a specialization in acting. His voiceover work ranges from roles in video games in South Korea and educational cartoons to audiobooks.

Reviews

Goodreads review by CorniHolmes on May 10, 2020

Als ich das erste Mal über „Sammy – Die unglaublichen Abenteuer einer kleinen Maus“ stolperte, konnten das niedliche Cover und der entzückende Titel meine Neugierde sofort wecken. Auch der Klappentext klang einfach nur bezaubernd. Für mich stand daher sehr schnell fest: Den kleinen Mäuserich Sammy m......more

Goodreads review by Wayne on September 05, 2016

'The Somewhat True Adventures of Sammy Shine' by Henry Cole tells of the adventures of a housebound mouse who finds himself in the wide, wide world. When Jimmy builds a remote control plane, it needs a passenger. Who better than little brother Hank's pet mouse Sammy Shine? Sammy gets more than he bar......more

Goodreads review by Kris (My Novelesque Life) on June 11, 2019

RATING: 3.5 STARS 2016; Peachtree Publishing Company (Review Not on Blog) I really enjoy Henry Cole's sketches/illustrations as they remind me of my childhood favourites - Garth Williams and Quentin Blake. This is a cute adventure story about Sammy Shine, a mouse who is put in a remote operated airplan......more

Goodreads review by Fernweh_nach_Zamonien on May 31, 2020

Eine phantastische Geschichte über das große Abenteuer einer kleinen Maus mit vielen wunderschönen sw Zeichnungen. Inhalt: Die kleine Maus Sammy lebt in einem Schuhkarton voller Sägespäne und ist bislang nicht weiter rausgekommen als auf Hanks Arm. Große Abenteuer und Gefahr sind ihr völlig fremd. Han......more

Goodreads review by Scarletta on March 23, 2020

Noch lebt die kleine Maus Sammy ein friedliches Haustierleben in einem Schuhkarton und wird vom Jungen Hank mit Erdnüssen verwöhnt. Währenddessen bastelt Hanks Bruder Jimmy an einem kleinen Flugzeug mit Fernsteuerung. Endlich hat Jimmy sein Werk vollendet und eröffnet seinem Bruder, dass er die Maus......more

Quotes

“An excellent fit for younger chapter book readers, who will hope this isn’t the last they’ll see of Sammy Shine.” Publishers Weekly

“Since Sammy is way too cute to fail, this amusing tale will serve well as an early chapter book or read-aloud.” Kirkus Reviews

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