The Weirdies

By: Michael Buckley

Narrated by: Kate Winslet

This is a very, very sad story. The characters suffer terrible tragedies. People die in unspeakable ways. Only a truly horrible person would be amused by their misfortune.

Nevertheless, it is kind of funny.

My advice is that you listen to this all by yourself. People can be judgy.

If you’re a fan of A Series of Unfortunate Events, Edward Scissorhands, or the darkest bits of Roald Dahl, the Weirdie triplets - Barnacle, Garlic, and Melancholy - will feel like old friends. After being left behind when the entire estate of Deadeye Manor is packed up for a doomed vacation cruise, the triplets have to learn how to fend for themselves. (When a staff of 200 servants has taken care of your every need, even brushing your own teeth is a mountainous task.) From their time at the Our Lady of the Perpetual Side-Eye Orphanage to their adoptive home on picture-perfect Sunshine Circle, the Weirdies have a lot to learn about the world...but, at least, they have each other.

©2020 Michael Buckley (P)2020 Audible Originals, LLC.

wonderful fun!

Excellent!!! Loved Kate Winslet . someone should make a children 's film out of tjis story.

Wonderfully Weird

for all those who love an adams family like story this is your book. I enjoyed this start to finish this book is for those who dont fit in to every house looks the same every child is the same.

Weird but wonderful

Imagine the kids from A Series of Unfortunate Events with massive brain disorders and no social skill whatever.

If you have ever felt different, you will be able to identify with the kids a bit. If you have never felt that way, please listen so you can get an idea how others sometimes feel.

I thoroughly enjoyed it and hope a sequel is published soon.

Funny and creative

All family members, age 6-43 loved this book. Kate winslet is a dream narrator.

This was very amusing and clever

I really enjoyed this story, had some ups and downs and unique characters that made me laugh out loud, I do recommend this for children 7 and up and grown ups who need a mental break

So freaking cute and moving

Loved this little love nugget. My kids and I listened to on our school commute. It was like Series of Unfortunate events, but with a little sharper snark. And more heart, too. I actually found myself getting choked up a couple of times. Narration was fabulous. I went around talking like "Garlic" for a week because it made my kids laugh. Can't wait for more! Hope Kate Winslet will also narrate those.

A great book

It’s not always easy for me to find a good read. This was definitely One of the most fun books I have ever listened to. It allowed me to channel my inner child and definitely had a lot of laughs. I was always on the edge of my seat considering the children in the book were extravagant and full of crazy surprises. This book was so amazing i definitely recommend it for all ages!

Absolutely Loved It!

This is my first Michael Buckley book. The story was so fun with its twists & turns. I’m looking forward to reading more. Kate Winslet did a great job with the narration. I highly recommend it & will also be sending it to my niece.

I am clearly awful

I laughed A LOT! I have a gallows humor. Blame life, blame healthcare, whatever. Kate did a great job. The writing was funny. If a stick resides in your arse, skip this one.

Just What I Needed!

This audio book was short, less than two hours, but it was just what I needed!! I laughed at the children's escapades and yes, even at some of the miserable things that happened! Kate Winslet brought the book to life & did a fantastic job doing it!! She was hilarious, IMHO. I would 100% recommend this book to anyone who wants a laugh during these unusual times!!