Plot Summary

The Slippery Slope

Lemony Snicket
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The Slippery Slope

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2003

Book Brief

Lemony Snicket

The Slippery Slope

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

337

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mortmain Mountains • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Slippery Slope by Lemony Snicket, Violet and Klaus Baudelaire ascend the Mortmain Mountains to rescue their sister Sunny, who has been captured by Count Olaf. They encounter various characters, including the previously believed dead Quigley Quagmire. The siblings uncover secrets about their parents and the VFD, ultimately rescuing Sunny and narrowly escaping Olaf’s clutches once more.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.4

130,408 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Lemony Snicket's The Slippery Slope captivates with its dark humor and intricate plot, drawing praise for its engaging narrative and character development. However, some readers find the repetitive themes tiresome. Its balance of wit and suspense keeps the series compelling, though the lack of new elements may deter some. An overall delightful read for fans of mature children's literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Slippery Slope?

A reader who enjoys Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling or The Spiderwick Chronicles by Holly Black and Tony DiTerlizzi would likely be captivated by The Slippery Slope by Lemony Snicket. This book appeals to those who appreciate dark humor, clever writing, and a mix of mystery and adventure in a young adult series.

4.4

130,408 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

337

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mortmain Mountains • Contemporary

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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