
The Wide Window
by:
Lemony Snicket
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 1405249552
ISBN 13: 9781405249553
Publication date:
January 4th, 2010
Publisher: Egmont Childrens Books
Pages: 224
Genres: Children’s
In a world filled with shadows and murky dealings, three orphans find themselves grappling with yet another series of misfortunes. The Baudelaire siblings, Violet, Klaus, and Sunny, are thrust into the care of their new guardian, a woman with the unsettling name of Esme Squalor. Living in a high-rise apartment where everything seems to revolve around what is "in" or "out," the children quickly realize that under her glamorous façade lies a world of deception and danger.
As they navigate the challenges of living with Esme, the Baudelaires uncover a sinister plot that threatens their very existence. With a fortune at stake and their lives on the line, the trio must rely on their unique talents to outsmart the nefarious Count Olaf and his relentless pursuit of their inheritance. Gritty and darkly humorous, their journey is fraught with unexpected twists that challenge their spirits at every turn.
Amidst the chaos, the siblings' unbreakable bond shines through as they confront the harsh realities of their situation with resilience and ingenuity. The story, rich in wit and sharp observations, captures the essence of childhood struggles against a backdrop of adult absurdities, leaving readers both entertained and pondering the whims of fate.
As they navigate the challenges of living with Esme, the Baudelaires uncover a sinister plot that threatens their very existence. With a fortune at stake and their lives on the line, the trio must rely on their unique talents to outsmart the nefarious Count Olaf and his relentless pursuit of their inheritance. Gritty and darkly humorous, their journey is fraught with unexpected twists that challenge their spirits at every turn.
Amidst the chaos, the siblings' unbreakable bond shines through as they confront the harsh realities of their situation with resilience and ingenuity. The story, rich in wit and sharp observations, captures the essence of childhood struggles against a backdrop of adult absurdities, leaving readers both entertained and pondering the whims of fate.