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arytaco's review against another edition
4.0
The first half of “The Reptile Room” is almost gleeful, as the Baudelaire orphans actually enjoy the company of guardian Montgomery Montgomery (Uncle Monty). However, reptiles, coconut cream cake and movies are swept aside once Count Olaf appears as Stephano, one of his many guises. Once Uncle Monty is killed, the narrative slows down considerably, with the climax being more of a necessity than a creative apex. Nevertheless, Daniel Handler creates a pleasing sequel, leaving the poor orphans to suffer the wrath of another adventure.
kaehess's review against another edition
4.0
Uncle Monty is a heck of a lot more annoying than I remember.
neenthefiend's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I 100% cried at the ending as the Baudelaire’s said goodbye to the incredibly deadly viper.
Graphic: Death, Gaslighting, Grief, Child abuse, and Violence
katelyn_reads2007's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
4.5
jgurniak's review against another edition
5.0
The Baudelaire children get placed with a new guardian, Uncle Monty, a kind herpetologist with a large room that is filled with the creatures he studies. But soon enough, Count Olaf returns and the life of the Baudelaire's changes again.
kredefer's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Still holds up
kyra_rouse's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
baby_jahonna's review against another edition
4.0
4.5*
This was really good and a really short read. Even though the things that take place in this series are extremely upsetting I still recommend this book.
This was really good and a really short read. Even though the things that take place in this series are extremely upsetting I still recommend this book.
rosewolfeemery's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-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
5.0