Part of A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket, book 2
First published 1999
The Baudelaire children have escaped the clutches of Count Olaf, but their troubles persist. Sent to live with eccentric herpetologist Uncle Monty, they find themselves surrounded by an array of reptiles – and a new danger. As Olaf's sinister schemes draw near, the orphans must use their wits to outwit the villainous count and protect their newfound sanctuary. In this darkly comic adventure, the Baudelaires discover that even the most peculiar of homes can provide refuge – if they can keep it.
Genres: adventure, mystery, fantasy, thriller, dark
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family, orphans
192 pages · Library Binding · HarperCollins