Rating: 4 stars
Cover synopsis: In this short book, the three Baudelaire siblings encounter a greedy and repulsive villain, itchy clothing, a disastrous fire, a plot to steal their fortune, and cold porridge for breakfast.
This is a clever book to read. My only major beef was that it was too short. But the series has 13 books in it, so I'm sure I can get my fill.
From the deliciously evil villain to 3 clever and brave children to the smart-but-clueless adults, this was a fine first book in a series of what I'm sure will be unfortunate events. But hopefully they'll culminate is some sort of happy ending? Though, to be honest, I'm not sure I can trust the author to give me that... Should be an interesting ride.
