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emmagilmour's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
harleyrae's review against another edition
4.0
I'm actually really surprised with how much I enjoyed this book. I went into this book not knowing anything other than it was a mystery book for kids. I was a little hesitant to read it but I'm happy I did. I didn't really connect with any of the characters, which was ok. I felt that if we had really connect with the characters it would have taken away the mysterious factors of the book. I have a hard time believing this is a children's book. The choice of words was very sophisticated. While I knew what the words meant, I still don't see those words in books I read now, so I feel that it might be a tad confusing with all the fancy words for younger readers. All in all I am really pleased with how the story came out and can't wait to continue.
eileenthecrow's review against another edition
3.0
2.5
nobody told me this book series was about the life of a younger lemony snicket. i'm sort of disappointed in myself for not knowing this sooner, as i absolutely love asoue. i'm also disappointed in mr. daniel handler because this did not deliver. the book was short and a bit sloppy. the story fell flat and the characters weren't as interesting as the baudelaire orphans. i know i shouldn't have an expectation based on his previous work but this is a prequel after all. i'll still be reading the rest.
nobody told me this book series was about the life of a younger lemony snicket. i'm sort of disappointed in myself for not knowing this sooner, as i absolutely love asoue. i'm also disappointed in mr. daniel handler because this did not deliver. the book was short and a bit sloppy. the story fell flat and the characters weren't as interesting as the baudelaire orphans. i know i shouldn't have an expectation based on his previous work but this is a prequel after all. i'll still be reading the rest.
giugiu25's review
adventurous
dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
mehsi's review against another edition
5.0
Lemony Snicket is back!!!!! *twirls*
I was sooo excited when I saw a new book would come out, this time featuring the little Snicket, and how everything started.
I loved the pictures, they just complement the story and make it even better.
It was a fun book, I had some laughs, and also was cheering for Snicket.
I can't wait for more books!
I was sooo excited when I saw a new book would come out, this time featuring the little Snicket, and how everything started.
I loved the pictures, they just complement the story and make it even better.
It was a fun book, I had some laughs, and also was cheering for Snicket.
I can't wait for more books!
123millie's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
_newt_'s review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
coutlaw's review
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
The dry humor and detail oriented writing style pulled me in. However some of the “mystery” just results in confusion.