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Tales from Schwartzgarten Series

Embark on a journey into a darkly humorous world filled with sinister settings and unexpected twists. This series follows unlikely heroes as they navigate injustice and seek revenge in an environment where good doesn't always prevail. With shades of gothic tales and Roald Dahl's wit, these stories offer a unique blend of suspense, dark delights, and laugh-out-loud moments. Prepare for a delightfully gruesome adventure that champions the unconventional.

Tales from Schwartzgarten: The Lily-Livered Prince
Tales from Schwartzgarten: The Woebegone Twins
Tales from Schwartzgarten: Osbert the Avenger

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  1. 1

    Tales from Schwartzgarten: Osbert the Avenger

    4.3(16)Add rating

    The first book in the gruesomely funny Tales from Schwartzgarten series. Meet Osbert Brinkhoff, the unlikeliest of avengers. His is a tale of dark delights and ghastly goings-on, of injustice and revenge. The villains are vicious. The settings are sinister. And good does NOT always prevail... If you prefer cleavers to kittens and fiends to fairies...then welcome to the GRUESOMELY FUNNY Tales from Schwartzgarten. -Osbert the Avenger is the first in a thrilling series of four books, all set in the fictional city of Schwartzgarten -With shades of Lemony Snicket and Roald Dahl, the Tales from Schwartzgarten are as hilarious as they are dark -This brilliantly woven mock-gothic tale has huge child appeal

    Tales from Schwartzgarten: Osbert the Avenger
  2. 2

    Tales from Schwartzgarten: The Woebegone Twins

    Book 2

    • 352 pages
    • 13 hours of reading
    3.5(13)Add rating

    The story follows twins Greta and Feliks, who are saved from a reformatory by the enchanting children's author Olga Van Veenan. However, their newfound freedom is short-lived as Olga mysteriously vanishes. The twins embark on a thrilling adventure to find and rescue their guardian, navigating the challenges of their fictional city, Schwartzgarten. This captivating tale blends mystery and the bond of sibling loyalty, making it an engaging read for ages 9 and up.

    Tales from Schwartzgarten: The Woebegone Twins
  3. 3

    Tales from Schwartzgarten: The Lily-Livered Prince

    Book 3

    • 304 pages
    • 11 hours of reading
    3.9(40)Add rating

    With a blend of dark humor and whimsy, this series captivates readers who enjoy the quirky storytelling of Roald Dahl and Lemony Snicket. It features eccentric characters and absurd situations, offering a delightful mix of the macabre and the hilarious. Each installment promises to engage young readers with its witty narrative and unexpected twists, making it a perfect choice for those who appreciate a good laugh alongside a touch of the grotesque.

    Tales from Schwartzgarten: The Lily-Livered Prince