Unabridged. 4 tapes, 5 1/2 hours. Read by the Tim Curry.

 

"Like un-refrigerated butter and fungus, the popularity of the series keeps spreading. The only thing that can be promised of Episode 12 is that things only get worse for the Baudelaire Orphans."

 

Ages 8 and up.

 

"After any harrowing struggle, it is nice to consider checking into a hotel for a rest. In fact, this might be just the break Violet, Klaus, and Sunny Baudelaire could use after their wearying deep-sea adventure.

 

A hotel can be a good choice for any family vacation. With so many floors, such a variety of rooms, and a curious array of guests, spending time in the safety of the right hotel can be the perfect learning environment for children of any age. A keen researcher like Klaus, an adept inventor like Violet, and a sharp-toothed culinary master like Sunny are all sure to find engaging diversions during their stay.

 

Regardless of how they pass their time while at a hotel, the three siblings will be sure to take in all the interesting sights and sounds -- and write them down -- just in case this episode turns out to be the darkest yet in a series of unfortunate events."