Skvernoe nachalo (Russian language, 2005, Azbuka-Klassika)
179 pages
Russian language
Published May 11, 2005 by Azbuka-Klassika.
After the sudden death of their parents, the three Baudelaire children must depend on each other and their wits when it turns out that the distant relative who is appointed their guardian is determined to use any means necessary to get their fortune. Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire are intelligent children. They are charming, and resourceful, and have pleasant facial features. Unfortunately, they are exceptionally unlucky.
Tremendously fun children's book. Plays around with Goth stereotypes, but doesn't fall into the trap of predictability. Almost makes me want to have children, just so I can read them books like this.
