The Wide Window
By Lemony Snicket
A hurricane, hungry leeches and a suspicious sailor make Aunt Josephine’s refuge far from safe.
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Average score: 4.71
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What is The Wide Window about?
In 'The Wide Window', the Baudelaire orphans—Violet, Klaus, and Sunny—are sent to live with their fearful Aunt Josephine, who resides in a precarious house overlooking Lake Lachrymose. Their stay is marred by a hurricane, a treacherous villain in disguise, and perilous encounters with leeches. As they navigate these dangers, the siblings must rely on their intelligence and resourcefulness to uncover secrets and evade the ever-persistent Count Olaf.
About the author
Lemony Snicket is a mysterious author best known for writing 'A Series of Unfortunate Events', a set of exciting books about the clever Baudelaire children and their many adventures. His stories are full of mystery, surprises, and clever wordplay, making them popular with young readers who enjoy puzzling out secrets.
Pages
240 pages
Reading age
Junior (8-13)
This edition
2012
First published
2000
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