The Austere Academy (A Series of Unfortunate Events, #5)
by Lemony Snicket, Brett Helquist
The Austere Academy by Lemony Snicket, Brett Helquist holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 99.3K reader ratings. First published in 2000. The book spans 221 pages.
About The Austere Academy
Dear Reader, If you are looking for a story about cheerful youngsters spending a jolly time at boarding school, look elsewhere. Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire are intelligent and resourceful children, and you might expect that they would do very well at school. Don't. For the Baudelaires, school turns out to be another miserable episode in their unlucky lives. Truth be told, within the chapters that make up this dreadful story, the children will face snapping crabs, strict punishments, dripping fungus, comprehensive exams, violin recitals, S.O.R.E., and the metric system. It is my solemn duty to stay up all night researching and writing the history of these three hapless youngsters, but you may be more comfortable getting a good night's sleep. In that case, you should probably choose some other book. With all due respect,Lemony Snicket
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Lemony Snicket, Brett Helquist |
| Published | 2000 |
| Pages | 221 |
| Genres | Fiction, Young Adult, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.97 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 99,311 |
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What genre is The Austere Academy?
The Austere Academy is categorized as Fiction, Young Adult, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Austere Academy worth reading?
Based on 99.3K reader ratings, The Austere Academy has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Austere Academy?
The Austere Academy has 221 pages.
Who wrote The Austere Academy?
The Austere Academy was written by Lemony Snicket, Brett Helquist. It was first published in 2000.
What is the ISBN for The Austere Academy?
The ISBN-13 for The Austere Academy is 9780064408640.0.
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