Take three orphans, a mysterious narrator, and oodles of gothic misfortune, and you get these addictive, hilarious tales of woe. Villains, gruesome creatures, and cold food are just a few of the dreadful things the Baudelaire children encounter daily. And as the ever-present narrator warns, your child would be better off "putting the books down at once." But as this series' popularity proves, he'll adore these satires where nothing good ever happens.
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Featuring an unusual narrative style that models a story-within-a story convention and develops your child's respect for satire, these tales will also boost his vocabulary and reading interest. Hardcover editions.