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The Penultimate Peril by Lemony Snicket is the twelfth book in the Series of Unfortunate Events. The Baudelaire orphans find themselves in the Hotel Denouement, a place full of both old allies and enemies. As they struggle to uncover hidden secrets and conspiracies, the siblings face complex moral dilemmas and must decide what's truly right or wrong.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate dark humour entwined with mystery and adventure. The story offers clever twists and introduces intriguing new characters, as the Baudelaire siblings face one of their most challenging dilemmas yet. It's perfect for readers who enjoy a well-crafted, whimsical narrative with a touch of drama.

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The Penultimate Peril

Lemony Snicket returns with the last book before the last book of his bestselling Series of Unfortunate Events. Scream and run away before the secrets of the series are revealed. Ages 10+

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NOW A NETFLIX ORIGINAL SERIES

Lemony Snicket returns with the last book before the last book of his bestselling A Series of Unfortunate Events. Scream and run away before the secrets of the series are revealed!

Very little is known about Lemony Snicket and A Series of Unfortunate Events. What we do know is contained in the following brief list:

  • The books have inexplicably sold millions and millions of copies worldwide.
  • People in more than 40 countries are consumed by consuming Snicket.
  • The movie was as sad as the books, if not more so.
  • Like unrefrigerated butter and fungus, the popularity of these books keeps spreading.

Even less is known about book the twelfth in this alarming phenomenon. What we do know is contained in the following brief list:

  • In this book, things only get worse.
  • Count Olaf is still evil.
  • The Baudelaire orphans do not win a contest.
  • The title begins with the word ‘The’.

Sometimes, ignorance is bliss.

Series: Series of Unfortunate Events

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The Penultimate Peril by Lemony Snicket, a favourite among fans of the series, continues to deliver its signature blend of dark humour and mysterious plot twists. Readers generally appreciate the complex narrative and Snicket's clever writing style. However, some note that it might be confusing for younger children. The book's ability to weave suspense with moral questions keeps readers eagerly engaged.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780064410151

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 19 October 2005

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 185.0mm

Weight: 396g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Lemony Snicket is often despondent, mostly about his published research, which includes A Series of Unfortunate Events and The Composer Is Dead. Due to the world-wide web of conspiracy which surrounds him, Mr. Snicket often communicates with the general public through his representative, Daniel Handler. Mr. Handler has had a relatively uneventful life, and is the author of three books for adults, The Basic Eight, Watch Your Mouth, and Adverbs, none of which are anywhere near as dreadful as Mr. Snicket's.

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