The Complete Wreck (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Books 1-13) [Box set] [Hardcover]

Lemony Snicket (Author), Brett Helquist (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 10 and up | Grade Level: 5 and up | Series: A Series of Unfortunate Events, Books 1-13

Some boxes should never be opened.

For the first time, the complete A Series of Unfortunate Events – including the highly feared #13: The End – is available in one awful package!

We can't keep you from succumbing to this international bestselling phenomenon, but we can hide all thirteen books in a huge, elaborately illustrated, shrink–wrapped box, perfect for filling an empty shelf or deep hole.

From The Bad Beginning to The End, this box set, adorned with Brett Helquist art from front to back, is the only choice for people who simply cannot get enough of a bad thing!

Ages 10+

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Lemony Snicket is often despondent, mostly about his published research, which includes A Series of Unfortunate Events and The Composer Is Dead.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Hardcover: 3243 pages
• Publisher: HarperCollins (October 13, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0061119067
• ISBN-13: 978-0061119064
• Product Dimensions: 13.6 x 7.7 x 5.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (99 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,757 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Lemony Snicket claims he was nowhere near the scene of the crime. He is the author of several other unpleasant stories, including those in the bestselling A Series of Unfortunate Events and The Lump of Coal.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

71 of 75 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Top Quality Books, April 1, 2007

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pulluptothebumper (Newcastle upon Tyne UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Complete Wreck (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Books 1-13) (Hardcover)

I'm not going add anything as to the content of this fantastic series of books, as this is already well covered in other reviews. But I wanted to say something about the quality of the offering. Another reviewer claims the quality is "awful", and in particular complains about the cut of the pages. With the greatest respect, my view is pretty much the opposite. I bought the first book in the UK edition, and then ordered the US box set. The US editions found the box set are much much nicer, with cloth bound spines, gorgeous covers, end papers and beautiful thick paper. Yes, the paper is cut irregularly, but that, surely, is the point? It adds to the considerable charm of the books.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars We love Lemoy Snicket!, March 21, 2007

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Dawn S. Monhof "geebey phobey" (Georgia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Wreck (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Books 1-13) (Hardcover)

Both my daughters, ages 12 and 9 are enjoying these books. My oldest daughter never wants to read anything I suggest, but she loves these books. She had 187 AR points during the last report period thanks in great part to this series. Even my youngest daughter was so enthralled by the books that she is reading them on her own (she usually only wants to read "easy" books). I believe these are the longest books she has read by herself. That's why we love Lemony Snicket!!!

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I absolutely love this..., December 20, 2006

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Yung Chan "Michael W" (Some, Where) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Complete Wreck (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Books 1-13) (Hardcover)

I loved reading this Series. It is amazing how talented Lemony Snicket is to write an amazing series of books. The plots are very mysterious, and puzzling, especially with Count Olaf's urge to steal the Baudelaire fortune. I do not want to give away the rest of the story. I am on the 7th book, The Vile Village, and it is excellent so far. I would consider reading them in order, from Book 1 to 13, because you will understand more and more about Count Olaf and his plans before. I have a friend that reads them out of order, but say it does not matter since each is a different story. I definitely recommend this to any reader who loves puzzling, and suspenseful books, or one who just adores reading a series.