The End
The final chapter of the Baudelaire orphans' misadventures
Lemony Snicket author Brett Helquist illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Published:17th May '18
Should be back in stock very soon
This paperback is available in another edition too:
- Paperback£8.99(9780008648619)
In the climactic conclusion of Lemony Snicket's series, The End brings the Baudelaire orphans' misadventures to a thrilling close.
In The End, the final installment of Lemony Snicket's beloved series, readers are drawn into the tumultuous world of the Baudelaire orphans one last time. Violet, Klaus, and Sunny face perilous challenges that test their wit and resilience. As they navigate through a fearsome storm and confront a series of bizarre events, the siblings uncover haunting secrets about their parents that add to their already heavy burden. Snicket's signature dark humor and clever storytelling shine through, making this a captivating conclusion to their unfortunate saga.
The narrative artfully combines elements of comedy and tragedy, engaging readers with its unique blend of literary flair and irreverence. As the Baudelaire children encounter a suspicious beverage and a herd of wild sheep, their journey becomes increasingly absurd yet thrilling. The stakes are higher than ever, and the siblings must rely on their intelligence and resourcefulness to survive the challenges that lie ahead.
Despite its themes of despair, The End has resonated with millions, contributing to the series' impressive sales and adaptations across various media. From a Hollywood film featuring Jim Carrey to a Netflix series starring Neil Patrick Harris, the Baudelaire's misadventures have captivated audiences worldwide. As readers delve into this final chapter, they are reminded of the resilience of the human spirit, even in the face of relentless misfortune.
‘Perhaps A Series of Unfortunate Events is so special simply because Handler saw children as people. He took his readers seriously' – Guardian
‘Lemony Snicket is the new Harry Potter’ – Entertainment Weekly
‘Deliciously wicked and wonderful’ – The Times
‘Lemony Snicket is a publishing phenomenon’ – Independent
‘Harry Potter’s worst nightmare’ – Evening Standard
ISBN: 9781405266185
Dimensions: 186mm x 129mm x 26mm
Weight: 310g
368 pages