The Weirdies: Maybe This Is a Bit Too Weird

By: Michael Buckley

Narrated by: Helena Bonham Carter

Things take a depressing turn at Deadeye Manor after the shocking return of Mr. Weirdie and the Enchantress. Barnacle Melancholy and Garlic are put to the treacherous task of finding a lost family fortune buried somewhere within the manor, only to awaken some vengeful spirits with a diabolical plan all their own. Meanwhile, Miss Emily has decided that disguising her sunny personality as a wretched criminal is the best way to rescue the triplets, only to find herself in a high-stakes roller-boogie contest with her most loathsome enemy. Listen at your own risk, and don’t say I didn’t warn you.

©2024 Michael Buckley (P)2025 Audible Originals, LLC.

Smart and funny

This series never disappoints. They are written and delightfully funny. Helena Bonham Carter’s narration was flawless.

Maybe This Is a Bit Too Weird? Nope, It's Perfect!

We're big fans of The Weirdies series over here, and were surprised when we started the audiobook and there was a different narrator. We love Kate Winslet and I couldn't place the new voice until I went back and read the new narrator is none other than Helena Bonham Carter!!! The story explained the narrator change in such a clever way that totally fit in with the series' vibe. The plot of this installment is hilarious and ridiculous (roller boogie skate-off!) while maintaining its dark, yet kid appropriate tone.

What a Gas, Start to Finish!

I’m really picky about narrators and don’t care for most of them which makes it a total joy to say I loved the woman who did this.

She was so inventive and talented that I stopped midway to see who it was and was happy to see Helena Bonham Carter’s name. Splendid job, girl!

The story is such a quirky, funny and bizarre creation that I enjoyed it throughout. Dandy job!

weirdness

it was very well written I liked it it was very different and it's thought and form

Hilarious for all ages

Kate Winslet’s narration of the first two Weirdies stories was wonderful, so I was a little worried to see Helena Bonham Carter in this one. I should have known better — she’s *great* and the explanation for the narrator change is wickedly funny. I love that there are jokes for kids AND jokes for the grownups (not in an inappropriate way, just references that little ones will miss).

My only complaint is that I wish there was more! Longer books, or more of them. Highly recommended.