Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book IV

The Interrupted Tale

By Maryrose Wood | Publisher: HarperCollins

About the book

For fans of Lemony Snicket’s Series of Unfortunate Events and Trenton Lee Stewart’s Mysterious Benedict Society comes the fourth book in the Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place, the acclaimed and hilarious Victorian mystery series by Maryrose Wood.

In The Interrupted Tale, Miss Penelope Lumley receives an invitation to speak at the annual Celebrate Alumnae Knowledge Exposition (or CAKE) at the Swanburne Academy for Poor Bright Females. Optoomuchstic as ever, Penelope hopes to give her CAKE talk, see some old friends, and show off the Incorrigible children to Miss Mortimer, but instead she finds her beloved school in an uproar.

And when Penelope is asked by the Swanburne Academy board of trustees to demonstrate the academic progress of her three wolfish students so the board can judge the true worth of a Swanburne education, the future of her alma mater—and of her job as governess to the Incorrigibles—hangs in the balance.


  • A Witty, Lemony Snicket-Style Narrator: Perfect for fans of clever wordplay, hilarious asides, and a narrator who speaks directly to the reader.
  • Mysterious Boarding School: Penelope’s beloved Swanburne Academy is in an uproar, and she must uncover the secrets threatening her alma mater.
  • Found Family: Follow the adventures of earnest governess Penelope Lumley and her three very unusual, wolf-raised pupils, Alexander, Beowulf, and Cassiopeia.
  • Victorian England Setting: A hilarious and heartwarming tale filled with grand estates, quirky characters, and the prim-and-proper charm of a bygone era.

Editions of Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book IV

Paperback
ISBN 9780061791239
EBook
ISBN 9780062202864

Read an Excerpt

For fans of Lemony Snicket’s Series of Unfortunate Events and Trenton Lee Stewart’s Mysterious Benedict Society comes the fourth book in the Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place, the acclaimed and hilarious Victorian mystery series by Maryrose Wood.

In The Interrupted Tale, Miss Penelope Lumley receives an invitation to speak at the annual Celebrate Alumnae Knowledge Exposition (or CAKE) at the Swanburne Academy for Poor Bright Females. Optoomuchstic as ever, Penelope hopes to give her CAKE talk, see some old friends, and show off the Incorrigible children to Miss Mortimer, but instead she finds her beloved school in an uproar.

And when Penelope is asked by the Swanburne Academy board of trustees to demonstrate the academic progress of her three wolfish students so the board can judge the true worth of a Swanburne education, the future of her alma mater—and of her job as governess to the Incorrigibles—hangs in the balance.


  • A Witty, Lemony Snicket-Style Narrator: Perfect for fans of clever wordplay, hilarious asides, and a narrator who speaks directly to the reader.
  • Mysterious Boarding School: Penelope’s beloved Swanburne Academy is in an uproar, and she must uncover the secrets threatening her alma mater.
  • Found Family: Follow the adventures of earnest governess Penelope Lumley and her three very unusual, wolf-raised pupils, Alexander, Beowulf, and Cassiopeia.
  • Victorian England Setting: A hilarious and heartwarming tale filled with grand estates, quirky characters, and the prim-and-proper charm of a bygone era.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book IV about?

For fans of Lemony Snicket’s Series of Unfortunate Events and Trenton Lee Stewart’s Mysterious Benedict Society comes the fourth book in the Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place, the acclaimed and hilarious Victorian mystery series by Maryrose Wood.

In The Interrupted Tale, Miss Penelope Lumley receives an invitation to speak at the annual Celebrate Alumnae Knowledge Exposition (or CAKE) at the Swanburne Academy for Poor Bright Females. Optoomuchstic as ever, Penelope hopes to give her CAKE talk, see some old friends, and show off the Incorrigible children to Miss Mortimer, but instead she finds her beloved school in an uproar.

And when Penelope is asked by the Swanburne Academy board of trustees to demonstrate the academic progress of her three wolfish students so the board can judge the true worth of a Swanburne education, the future of her alma mater—and of her job as governess to the Incorrigibles—hangs in the balance.


  • A Witty, Lemony Snicket-Style Narrator: Perfect for fans of clever wordplay, hilarious asides, and a narrator who speaks directly to the reader.
  • Mysterious Boarding School: Penelope’s beloved Swanburne Academy is in an uproar, and she must uncover the secrets threatening her alma mater.
  • Found Family: Follow the adventures of earnest governess Penelope Lumley and her three very unusual, wolf-raised pupils, Alexander, Beowulf, and Cassiopeia.
  • Victorian England Setting: A hilarious and heartwarming tale filled with grand estates, quirky characters, and the prim-and-proper charm of a bygone era.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book IV?

Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction

Where can I read a sample of Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book IV?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780061791239

Is Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book IV part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place

Who is/are the Author/s of the book Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book IV?

Maryrose Wood

Who is the Publisher of the book Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book IV?

HarperCollins

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

Incorrigible Children of Ashton Place: Book IV is available as paperback(ISBN 9780061791239) and ebook(ISBN 9780062202864)

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