This book was about as good as the first. Mainly the same characters, and, well, the same plot, because they have not yet reached the city of a thousand delights.
The one this that I really enjoyed about this book was Tap, the Brownie. I don't know why, but I loved that little guy. To me, he and the other Brownies were the best part of this series.
There were some funny moments, such as when the enchanted shoe took the floor at the monsters convention, but overall it was just okay.
I'm still hoping that the next book will have a bit more depth, and maybe a little more development in the characters.
And, as the city of delights seems to have disappeared, I think I can guess what the plot of the next novel will be. So, I hope that they come up with an interesting way to rescue the city from the foul clutches of the Netherhells.
So far, this series is not a favorite of mine (I like my humorous fantasy to be funnier than I found these to be) but I have hopes for the last book. It promises to be very....interesting.

The first book of the Ebenezum trilogy, "Malady of Magicks," is one of the funniest works of fantasy ever written. The sequel, "Multitude of Monsters," is not quite up to the same level of excellence. It felt like Gardner (whose first book was originally a cluster of short stories) was still getting used to the whole "novel" way of writing.

This novel picks up where "Malady" left off, with the magic-allergic wizard Ebenezum, his hormone-addled apprentice Wuntvor, the relentlessly truthful demon Snarks, and the none-too-swift-but-has-a-big-club warrior Hendrek ("Doom!"). They're still heading for the City of Forbidden Delights (and Wuntvor still can't wait), but they encounter unexpected delays in the form of Brownies, Brax the Salesdemon ("Along with your hellishly small fine print!"), the beautiful witch Norei, and a collection of magical beasties who want equal recognition as unicorns. (There is a unicorn too, who appears a little obsessed with pointing out that Wuntvor is a virgin) Any problems? Well, the demons are invading, and Ebenezum seems to have gotten himself into a giant shoe...

This is quite different in its layout. While the first book was a series of interconnected vignettes, this is a single, longer story. As a result, there is a different feel to it. Gardner seems to get a little stuck on some continuing themes (like the monster organization) and they last a little longer and become a little more serious than they should.

That said, the characters are as delightful as ever. Poor Ebenezum still sneezes up a storm whenever he's near magic; Wuntvor falls instantly in love with any female characters nearby him. Hendrek is not as full-fleshed as the others; Snarks is still great fun, though a little less prominent. Other faves like the "Damsel and the Dragon" show up, as does the deliciously slimy salesdemon Brax and the fearsome Guxx Unfufadoo.

His humor is as fresh and witty as ever, full of lunatic situations and the crazy spells. The dialogue is just believable enough, without being too kooky. (There are some fantasy novels where you half-expect to hear a laugh track)

Oh, and "Bog Womblers." You'll know it when you see it. Good fun, and on to "Night in the Netherhells." (What say the publisher reprints the Wuntvor books, hmm?)

One of the funniest series of books I have ever read, it is also a contender for most often read/lent as well. Although I don't, as a rule, like 'funny fantasy', I am very glad I didn't turn my nose up at this. It is great to see this back in print. If you have even a tiny sense of humor and like fantasy, this book (and the rest in the series) will keep you in stitches. Especially the 'book excerpts' at the beginning of each chapter.

The Cineverse cycle is an act of pure genius, it remains fast and fun whilst steering clear of any particular subject at all. If you found the Teletubbies/Tweenies funny yet scary this is the book for you. This book could easily be made in to a cartoon, as is brilliantly illustrated by Josh Kirby on the books front cover. I would say that this is a special book and is great reading material for a younger child entering the vast world of teenage and aldult literature.

This is a one of the funniest and wittiest books I've ever seen! Gardner at his personal best!

One of the most funny and witty books by Gardner! A classic!

I found this book to be all right but it was poorly written. The book seemed too short and rushed. The word usage was terrible making me believe that the author is not much of a talent. The only thing that interested me about it was that I played and enjoyed the game and the book refreshed the story for me. I do not recommend this for anyone unless they enjoyed the game.

The ending is the only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5. It was a bit choppy and through me for a loop. But it was a fun read. If you got into the video game, you will really like this book too.

like many of the characters in this novel it is very possible to be trapped in this book. You absolutely cannot put it down towards the end. I grew up playing the game never realizeing it was based on a book until I chanced across "Unidentified", with the words from the author of " The 7th Guest". I highly recommend this to everyone. It is on the short side, so for those of us with busy schedules it is the perfect just before bedtime book.

Normally I only read large books with complex plots. Occasionally I take a break and read something...well, lighter. This was a quick, fun read. I enjoyed the story and while it was fairly predictable it was never disappointing. If you can find this book, it is a fun read...

Batman is very overworked in this book. The Joker has a scheme as always. And, as always, Batman is involved. If it weren't for Batman, the Joker would get bored. It occurs to him, well, what about when I finally do kill off Batman? What then? So, he creates his own Batman, and then another. All with the help of a doctor with some brainwashing skills....

It's a great book, with many subplots. BUT, they all come together in the end...

Wishbringer is one of the Infocom books, loosely based on the Infocom games. Ignore that; it won't affect your enjoyment of the book.

The story is about a scam-artist who must save a Jeckyl-and-Hyde community, with the aid of some magical, but not entirely reliable or discreet, companions. Not as good as The Ballad of Wuntvor or the Ebenezum Trilogy, but an enjoyable light read.

I read the book cause I'm a infocom game fan. The book is excellent once you get into it. Some parts are down right hilarious, others are filled to the brim with puns. So arm yourself with you Acme Kitchen Wonder, put on your Magic Glasses, and prepare to run from the Boot Patrol (just read the book already)

This is a really fun book. It's the third in the Ballad of Wuntvor. All the characters appear in it, from the Dealer of Death to Cuthbert the pacifist sword. This book gets a little silly in its characters, verbage, and plot, but it's fun to read. As a teacher, I will keep it in my classroom, because I think the kids will love it.

Everyone knows the stories about Sinbad the Sailor,but who knew about Sinbad the Porter who had aspirations to be an accountant? Dragged into one of the famous sailors' adventures Sinbad the Porter is entangled in one of the most amusing tales that rivals the sailors own. I thought that this was one of the most amusing and clever Sinbad that I have read.The characters are entrancing, funny and almost real! The story flows from one disastrous adventure to another pulling the reader along for a most enjoyable ride! Well worth the effort!

Join Roger and his mighty Captain Crusader Decoder Ring as it takes his for a journey to the Cineverse in search of his kidnapped love, Delores. The Cineverse is the home of all the B-Movies where the laws of 'Movie Magic' apply. See Roger at his heroically sidekick best as he runs from Cowboys, Pirates, Jungle Natives and the really evil Dr Dread. The first in a series, this book is great fun to read, it's not side-splittingly funny, but is really amusing. Now i'm going to have to track down the next in the series. Well recommended.

When I first read the book, it took me alwhile to actually understand what was going on. There are way to may characters to keep up with, the action parts are very dull and short, but the story is deep and emotional. You have to reread most of the time, and back track after a few chapters. Overall, the book is entertaining but confusing.

it took a little while to get hooked reading these three books, but when i did - i did. i would love to see how the previous characters in the book evolved. i hope there will be another book in the series ;)

I loved this book, even though it took me a while to read it.. well cause I lost it =P, but I started off on this one strangely and I managed to pick up on stuff fast. I'd recomend this book to anyone who likes fantasy type stuff. Great book!

Well the Batman movies never had the best scripts to work with, and the second movie was no exception. The story was conceived by Sam Hamm, who co-wrote the script, and it really delves into too many different areas that never resolve themselves. The Penquin's story is uninteresting, Selina Kyle's transformation into Catwoman is over-long with few details, and Batman acts like a robot throughout the whole book, as well as the movie.
Tim Burton's take on Batman was all wrong and it shows in this junk book. as well as a junk movie.

This book is much better than the movie itself, in my opinion. It's much more serious and sophisticated in a graphic novel format and the gothic mood is more captured in this way. And it also demonstrates quite elegant drawings of the beautiful, sexy Catwoman in her shiny sewn-together costume and the virile Batman in his handsome bat get-up with its long, sweeping cape. Their lithesome stunts and fierce struggles on the moonlit rooftops are artfully depicted in each panel as well. As for the Penguin himself, he provides a very colorful, circus-like flavor to the story with his kooky penguins and his gaudily-costumed associates. In addition, there are many grisly deaths and a much more tragic ending as well. In all, this film adaptation is quite a lovely little comic album to keep anywhere on your most favorite bookshelf!

I don't know what the other guy who reviewed this book was talking about, but you don't need a soundtrack for this book to be good. Think: imagination, it's a wonderful thing. I'm betting that's why some people don't think this book is all that good. It does stay with the script, that's true. It's dark, no matter how you look at it: book, or movie. I love this book.