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[lochnutmonster]

when something unfortunate happens in A Series of Unfortunate Events

[escapadesofabookdragon-blog]

Book Review :: The Reptile Room : Book the Second (A Series of Unfortunate Events)

Book Review :: The Reptile Room : Book the Second (A Series of Unfortunate Events)

🚨SPOILER ALERT 🚨

RATING :: 💀💀💀💀💀

AUTHOR :: LEMONEY SNICKET

GENRE :: NOVEL/STEAMPUCK/GOTHIC FICTION/MYSTERY/ABSURDIST FICTION

SYNOPSIS :: After finally escaping Count Olaf’s clutches, the Baudelaires are sent to live with their kind Uncle Montgomery Montgomery (yes, this is his full name). All their troubles seem to be over until an unexpected guest arrives.

“If only Uncle Monty knew what we…

[ghost-on-the-periphery]

That’s Just How the Story Goes

“Some people smile at the end of the day  Some people laugh, I suppose  But to me, there's nothing but gloom and despair That's just how the story goes “

Just finished watching the new Netflix version of A Series of Unfortunate Events. This stanza from the end of the song felt fitting.  

I never read A Series of Unfortunate Events as a kid. Felt inclined, but never did. It was actually coincidence that I read the first two books before moving to Korea.(Incidentally, reading them led to another odd coincidence just before leaving, but that’s story for another time.) After the second book I decided to discontinue reading. As a kid I might have found the book alright (probably not), but reading them as an adult there is one major flaw that only the insistence of comparing the books to the new series can cure- the narration. 

I don’t have a problem with narration, per se, in fact it can add a lot to a story when done right. In ASoUF, it’s just irritating. The narrator himself is alright, but the constant halting of the story in order to explain, what I feel, is a rather trivial word or phrase (especially as an adult when I know what it means, and furthermore, don’t agree with his definition. I will admit, however, that when I don’t know what something means, the brief pause to explain is appreciated. This is why I think I might have found the narration less irritating as a child). But seeing as how I am not a child, the constant stopping and starting is jarring. 

On the other hand, as I continue to read the series and become accustomed to the narration style, the story itself becomes more bearable. So far my favorite Character is Charles. While he may be a pathetic pushover, he is caring and kind. And at least he’s not an idiot, like almost every other adult in every book so far who isn’t evil (I just finished The Miserable Mill. By the by, book three was what I was looking for on Saturday when I sojourned to the National Libraries).    

On a lighter, less critical note, I like how they did the narration in the show. It’s charming and cute, and adds a great deal to the ambiance and story. So far, it’s really the only think I like. :I I really shouldn’t be so rude about this, but I don’t see how such large alterations to the narrative benefit the story as a whole. The tale Lemony Snicket tells works well in the books, and so do the finer details that drive the story from point to point. Changing those details just takes away from the original charms of the story. 

That “lighter note” took an unintentional-nose dive. My apologies. I don’t dislike the story, just some of the rather ridiculous points the author makes. 

[tiryoriginals]

Neil Patrick Harris is great in this series.#unfortunateevents #neilpatrickharris #Netflix #movies #love #lemoneysnicket

[englishgirlabroad]

There is wisdom in patience. There is a time when it’s best to hold back. To bide your time. And then, there comes the moment when it’s time. But how many of us put off doing things until it’s #toolate - and then the moment has passed and we have missed our chance. I a urging you today to #takethebullbythehorns #seizetheday and truly #livelife - when you have been as #sick as I was and looked death in the face you realise that we only have one chance in this life and you don’t want to have any regrets. Chase the boy, go for the job, live abroad. Don’t be afraid of #failure - #faceyourfears #faceyourfearsanddoitanyway you may never be ready In your mind so instead be ready in your actions - #writethebook get it #published #changetheworld because EVERY DAY THREE PEOPLE DIE WAITING FOR AN ORGAN DONATION #lemoneysnicket #nhs #nhssavedmylife #autoimmunedisease #livertransplant #livertransplantrecipient #livertransplantsurvivor #livertransplantlife #organtransplant #organdonation #organdonationawareness #organdonationsaveslives #organtransplantstory #organdonationsavedmylife #nhsorgandonation #idonate #scar #ilovemyscar #proudofmyscar www.wearenamesnotnumbers.co.uk #love #hope #faith #inspirational #inspirationalwords #inspirationalquotes #fitness #heath #success #motivate #motivationalquotes #success #successfulliving #living #lawofattraction #energy #quotestoliveby

[thenightmearbeforetommorow-blog]

what is the best way to keep a secret? Tell everyone you know, but pretend you are kidding.

Lemony Snicket

[lifelongreaderofbooks]

Never trust anyone who has not brought a book with them.

Daniel Handler

[mni-wiconi]

Something that's always spoken to me. ❤️

[greenlover1]

A dream come true

I grew up reading a series of unfortunate events, and it’s bothers me that no one is thinking of PoC for the main roles. Why not? Daniel handler himself even said that the characters were not race written, and that he wants the directors to understand that. As a black actress myself, there’s very limited roles out there, let alone roles that played a big part in majority of 90s-00s born kids lives. I personally still haven’t gotten over the brilliance of Lemony Snicket ( Daniel Handler)! It would be a dream come true if to be cast in a major or secondary role in this series. I would LOVE for once to see my favorite childhood book series characters be portrayed as someone who looks like me, rather than some extremely pale, Lilly-white faced cast. I know the show would be amazing with an actual diversified cast. It’s time for a change.

[nightsofdecember-blog]

Love can change a person the way a parent can change a baby- awkwardly, and often with a great deal of mess

Lemony Snicket, Horseradish

[razzy-black]

All this talk about the new “A Series of Unfortunate Events” trailer has got me remembering how fucking incredible Jim Carrey was as Count Olaf. Let’s all take a sec to appreciate this goddamn masterpiece.

[turbotax]

No better day to start saving than today! 

[airofwhimsy]

"Rule #4,561 clearly states that citizens are not allowed to use their mouths for recreation. Lemony A. Snicket. The Vile Village (Kindle Location 448).

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