Reviews

The Doubtful Guest by Edward Gorey

kojo0o's review

funny lighthearted fast-paced

3.5

mellomellomello's review against another edition

I love Edward Gorey. Because what even is this?

creolelitbelle's review against another edition

4.0

What a cute little story! Worst house guest ever, though. He seems quite the strange creature, and the residents of the house are the most patient people I’ve ever seen. The artwork is delightful, exactly the kind I like, despite only being in black and white. I laughed at the unwelcome guest’s antics.

neil_denham's review against another edition

5.0

Quite simply the funniest little book I own. If ever I feel a bit down this book picks me up again. Dark, surreal, clever, it has it all.

galateia's review

funny lighthearted mysterious relaxing

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

yetilibrary's review against another edition

5.0

First read: 2000, maybe? I don't even know any more. I HAVE FORGOTTEN THE TIME BEFORE I KNEW THE DOUBTFUL GUEST.

This is my favorite Edward Gorey book of all time.

brb finding a tureen

wetdryvac's review against another edition

5.0

One of my favorites in terms of art.

tsuntsundoku's review

funny lighthearted mysterious

4.0

What a fun and odd little book.

dismascoale's review

funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

leonore_book's review against another edition

5.0

Absolutely a favorite of mine and my kids.