47 pages 1 hour read

Lemony Snicket

The Reptile Room

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1999

A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.

Before You Read

Reviews & Readership

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

The Reptile Room by Lemony Snicket is a well-received installment in the series, praised for its dark humor, engaging storyline, and unique narrative style. Readers appreciate the character development and intriguing plot twists. Criticisms include its occasionally predictable elements and some bleak themes, which may not suit all readers. Overall, it's a compelling continuation of the series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Reptile Room?

A reader who enjoys The Reptile Room by Lemony Snicket is typically fond of dark humor, quirky narration, and gothic themes. Ideal for ages 8-12, similar to fans of Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling and Coraline by Neil Gaiman, this audience appreciates tales of adventure, resilience, and the peculiar antics of mischievous villains.

Recommended

Reading Age

8-12years

Lexile Level

1040L

Book Details

Genre
Fantasy
Children's Literature
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Themes
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Natural World: Appearance & Reality