Book details
Snivel: The Fifth Circle of Heck
Description
Dale E. Basye sends Milton and Marlo to Snivel, the circle reserved for crybabies, for their latest hilarious escapade in Heck. Snivel is a campa bummer campa dismal place where it's always raining, and Unhappy Campers are besieged by swarms of strange mosquitoes that suck the color right out of them. Soon the Fausters discover that some Unhappy Campers have been disappearing. So after Marlo gets chosen for a special project and never comes back, Milton makes up his mind to find her and all the missing children.Can Milton find his sister and get the heck out of Snivel? With the help of some new friends, his pet ferret, and Vincent Van Gogh's ear, he just might have a chance.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
448 pages
Book in series
#5
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: 'Snivel: The Fifth Circle of Heck' continues the imaginative and quirky narrative of the Heck series, offering readers an engaging and unique storyline that combines humor, adventure, and a touch of the macabre.
- Character Development: As the fifth installment in the series, the book provides further character development and insights into the protagonists, Milton and Marlo Fauster, allowing readers to deepen their connection with the characters and their journey.
- Creative World-Building: Dale E. Basye's depiction of Heck is both inventive and vivid, creating a richly detailed underworld that is a parody of Dante's Inferno. Readers who enjoy exploring new worlds will appreciate the creativity and thought put into the series' setting.
- Themes and Lessons: The book touches on important themes such as redemption, the consequences of one's actions, and the power of friendship. It offers valuable lessons wrapped in a humorous and entertaining package, making it a thought-provoking read for middle-grade readers and beyond.