The three Baudelaire children are cursed to lives of misfortune. Despite the conniving of their evil cousin, Count Olaf, the children try to maintain a positive outlook.
A Series of Unfortunate Events Series
This series chronicles the perpetually unlucky lives of three intelligent and resourceful orphans, Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire. Each installment plunges them into new misfortunes and perilous situations as they attempt to evade the clutches of the villainous Count Olaf. The narratives are steeped in dark humor, witty wordplay, and a unique sense of gothic melodrama. It's a compelling exploration of resilience, mystery, and the often-absurd nature of misfortune.
Recommended Reading Order
The siblings endure a car accident, a terrible smell, a deadly serpent, a long knife, a brass reading lamp, and the re-appearance of a person they hoped to never see again.
A series of unfortunate events. The wide window. Book the third
- 240 pages
- 9 hours of reading
A story that includes a hurricane, a signalling device, hungry leaches, cold cucumber soup, a horrible villain and a doll named Pretty Penny.
A Series of Unfortunate Events 4. The Miserable Mill
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Mr Poe delivers the three Baudelaire orphans, Violet, Klaus and little Sunny, to their new guardian, the owner of the Lucky Smells Lumbermill in Paltryville. But far from living in the mill, they quickly discover they will be working in it.
A Series of Unfortunate Events 5. The Austere Academy
- 244 pages
- 9 hours of reading
The three Baudelaire orphans Violet, Klaus and little Sunny, arrive at the Prufrock Preparatory School, only to be met by the unpleasant bully, Carmaleta Spats. The children must go to the Orphan's Shack, where fungus grows and crabs live.
The Ersatz elevator
- 259 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Within this story, Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire encounter a darkened staircase, a red herring, some friends in a dire situation, three mysterious initials, a liar with an evil scheme, a secret passageway and parsley soda.
The Vile Village
- 276 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Under a new government program based on the saying "It takes a village to raise a child," the Baudelaire orphans are adopted by an entire town, with disastrous results.
A series of unfortunate events. The hostile hospital. Book the eighth
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
On the run after being falsely accused of murder, the three Baudelaire orphans find themselves in the Heimlich Hospital, with the evil Count Olaf in close pursuit
The Carnivorous Carnival
- 286 pages
- 11 hours of reading
The word carnivorous which appears in the title of this book, means "meat eating" and once you have read such a bloodthirsty word, there is no reason to read any further
The slippery slope
- 337 pages
- 12 hours of reading
Dear Reader,Like handshakes, house pets, or raw carrots, many things are preferable when not slippery. Unfortunately, in this miserable volume, I am afraid that Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire run into more than their fair share of slipperiness during their harrowing journey up -- and down -- a range of strange and distressing mountains. In order to spare you any further repulsion, it would be best not to mention any of the unpleasant details of this story, particularly a secret message, a toboggan, a deceitful trap, a swarm of snow gnats, a scheming villain, a troupe of organized youngsters, a covered casserole dish, and a surprising survivor of a terrible fire. Unfortunately, I have dedicated my life to researching and recording the sad tale of the Baudelaire Orphans. There is no reason for you to dedicate yourself to such things, and you might instead dedicate yourself to letting this slippery book slip from your hands into a nearby trash receptacle, or deep pit. With all due respect,Lemony Snicket
The Grim Grotto. A Series of Unfortunate Events
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
The eleventh grim installment in the series. Prepare yourself to hear more about the mystery of VFD than you really want to know.
A Series of Unfortunate Events 12: The Penultimate Peril
- 368 pages
- 13 hours of reading
This is the 12th book in Lemony Snicket's 'Series of Unfortunate Events'.
Lost at sea, the Baudelaire orphans, along with the evil Count Olaf, wash up on the shore of an island populated by an oddly placid group of inhabitants, and they try to decide whether or not they are truly safe.
Related books
Within the pages of this omnibus, readers will discover all three books upon which the movie Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events is based: The Bad Beginning, The Reptile Room, and The Wide Window. Like the movie, this thick volume tells an unhappy tale about three very unlucky children, who despite being perfectly well-mannered are perfectly ill-fated. From the very beginning of Book the First, when the children learn of aterrible fire, continuing on to the last page of Book the Third, disaster lurks at their heels. Unlike the movie, however, this book can be hidden under a bed where no one will ever see it again.
Top secret—only for readers deeply interested in the Baudelaire case. How I pity these readers. With all due respect, Lemony Snicket
The Dilemma Deepens
- 797 pages
- 28 hours of reading
NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES A Warning from the Would you rather sprain your ankle, bruise your hip, and lose a toe to frostbite on the same day? Or would you rather have these accidents happen on three different days? This collection of volumes seven through nine in A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket is the equivalent of having three ghastly accidents right in a row. Contained here are such unpleasantries as kidnapping, disguise, murder, paperwork, another disguise, heart-shaped balloons, false allegations, stiletto heels, a shattered crystal ball, a cryptic map, an irritating song, and quite a few more disguises, all bundled together into a continuous barrage of horror and dismay. The more sensible approach would be to read The Vile Village , The Hostile Hospital , and The Carnivorous Carnival months or even years apart from one another, so you have time to recuperate from the misery each volume offers—or better yet, to turn your eyes away from Mr. Snicket's work and find a literary experience that would cause you no distress whatsoever.
The Unauthorized Autobiography
- 218 pages
- 8 hours of reading
This collection includes writings, annotated photographs, mysterious diagrams, and disorienting maps, along with captions and an extensive index. It explores the author's fascination with the Baudelaire orphans and aims to illuminate a life obscured by darkness.
A Series of Unfortunate Events Box: The Trouble Begins (Books 1-3)
- 162 pages
- 6 hours of reading
The first Series of Unfortunate Events gift/box-set of this New York Times best-selling series. The set includes The Bad Beginning, The Reptile Room, and The Wide Window.
A Series of Unfortunate Events #5-9 Netflix Tie-In Box Set
- 1056 pages
- 37 hours of reading
The story follows a captivating narrative filled with complex characters and intriguing themes that explore the depths of human emotion and relationships. Set against a rich backdrop, it delves into personal struggles, secrets, and the impact of choices on lives. As the plot unfolds, viewers are drawn into a world that blends drama and suspense, making it a compelling watch. The adaptation for Netflix brings a fresh perspective to the original tale, enhancing its appeal to both new audiences and fans of the book.
The Beatrice Letters with Poster. Series of Unfortunate Events
- 72 pages
- 3 hours of reading
Presents a collection of correspondence between Lemony Snicket and the mysterious Beatrice.
Una serie de catastroficas desdichas
- 400 pages
- 14 hours of reading
Estos tres niños que corren, asustados, son los desdichados hermanos Baudelaire: Violet, Klaus y Sunny. Acaban de recibir una terrible noticia: sus padres han fallecido en un incendio ¿Y a que no adivináis quién se va a encargar de ellos? Si, aunque parezca emntira, su tutor es ese hombre cejijunto, de largas y negras uñas y mirada amenazante. Se llama Olaf, Conde Olaf.
Die Baudelaire-Geschwister erleben nach dem Tod ihrer Eltern ein trauriges Schicksal. Sie werden von Graf Olaf, der ihr Vermögen stehlen will, in sein düsteres Haus gebracht. Trotz seiner hinterhältigen Pläne gelingt es den Geschwistern, ihm zu entkommen. Später gehen sie zu Onkel Monty, doch auch dort droht Gefahr, als Graf Olaf erneut versucht, sie zu entführen.
The Gloom Looms. Books 10-12
- 1013 pages
- 36 hours of reading
NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES A Warning from the Publisher: If you have come this far, it is likely too late. Readers who have experienced the first nine volumes in A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket are usually so weakened by their dreadful knowledge of the Baudelaire orphans' story that they spend most of their time moaning and weeping, and have no strength to read The Slippery Slope , The Grim Grotto , or The Penultimate Peril . If, by chance, your moaning and weeping is more or less under control, there is no need to further risk your physical, emotional, and literary health by reading volumes 10 through 12. It would be better to regain your strength by spending your time indulging in less alarming activities, such as whistling or making cupcakes for the elderly. There is no need to expose yourself to more atrocities, not after all you've been through already.
A Warning from the Publisher:Many readers have questions about Lemony Snicket, author of the distressing serial concerning the trials of the charming but unlucky Baudelaire orphans, published under the collective title A Series of Unfortunate Events. Before purchasing, borrowing, or stealing this book, you should be aware that it contains the answers to some of those questions, such as the following:1. Who is Lemony?2. Is there a secret organization I should know about?3. Why does Lemony Snicket spend his time researching and writing distressing books concerning the Baudelaire orphans?4. Why do all of Lemony Snicket's books contain a sad dedication to a woman named Beatrice?5. If there's nothing out there, what was that noise?Our advice to you is that you find a book that answers less upsetting questions than this one. Perhaps your librarian, bookseller, or parole officer can recommend a book that answers the question, "Aren't ponies adorable?"
A Series of Unfortunate Events Box: The Situation Worsens (Books 4-6)
- 848 pages
- 30 hours of reading
What could be worse than a book by Lemony Snicket? Three books by Lemony Snicket—all in one foul package. This second Box of Unfortunate Events, contains The Miserable Mill, The Austere Academy, and The Ersatz Elevator.
