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3.97 AVERAGE
3.97 AVERAGE
I loved this book. The whole series has good educational bits cleverly slipped in (and this was no exception). The story moved along in some interesting, unexpected but always brilliant twists and turns. Can't wait to get on with the next one - but getting sad that I'm almost through the whole series.
adventurous
funny
sad
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
The story becomes better and better! I also love the fact that Sunny grows older book after book.
This series is really developing into a substantial collection. This book has much more than just the adventures on the "slippery slope" - it delves into the greater mysteries of the VFD, the frequent fires, the Quagmires, and even the background of Count Olaf and his troupe. The Baudelaire's also begin to discover that they can fight back against the Count without resorting to his monstrous ways.
Despite its more serious subjects, the author manages to maintain his humorous tone:
"In my opinion, well-read people are less likely to be evil."
"Nothing is going right for me today! I'm beginning to think that washing my face was a complete waste of time!" - Count Olaf
Audiobook bonuses: Tim Curry's amazing voice impressions and evil cackles (there are so many in this series) as well as thoroughly dreary background music. I'm bummed my library doesn't have the Grim Grotto on audiobook.
Despite its more serious subjects, the author manages to maintain his humorous tone:
"In my opinion, well-read people are less likely to be evil."
"Nothing is going right for me today! I'm beginning to think that washing my face was a complete waste of time!" - Count Olaf
Audiobook bonuses: Tim Curry's amazing voice impressions and evil cackles (there are so many in this series) as well as thoroughly dreary background music. I'm bummed my library doesn't have the Grim Grotto on audiobook.
medium-paced
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Critical Score: B+
Personal Score: B+
This is the first one that doesn’t feel fast-paced, which is likely due to the extensive length. It’s still great, but didn’t wow me. And by the climax, which was slightly silly, I was starting to get a bit overwhelmed by all the questions still up in the air.
Not that I’m disappointed; this is a satisfying continuation of a series that’s come a long way in quality.
Critical Score: B+
Personal Score: B+
This is the first one that doesn’t feel fast-paced, which is likely due to the extensive length. It’s still great, but didn’t wow me. And by the climax, which was slightly silly, I was starting to get a bit overwhelmed by all the questions still up in the air.
Not that I’m disappointed; this is a satisfying continuation of a series that’s come a long way in quality.
This is probably the most mysterious book in the series yet! Although you learn more about the VFD, more mysteries take shape that just make you that much more addicted to the series. This one was the most fun by far, as the series is about to hit the climax as the Baudelaires get closer to the, ironically named, Hotel Denouement.
Nothing really happened in this one, but I feel like so much happened.
I don't even know what else to say, I'm just continuing with the series.
I don't even know what else to say, I'm just continuing with the series.