A review by chandranolynne
The Wizard of Oz, by L. Frank Baum

adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I read this book in one sitting today, and to absolutely nobody's surprise, I adored it! I'm so sad that I waited this long to read this wonderful book! I had the biggest smile on my face the entire time. It was cute and clever with great characters and an exciting adventure. I do wish that I had read this before I got into the Wicked Years series by Gregory Maguire. Before this, my knowledge of The Wizard of Oz came from the Judy Garland movie and The Wiz, and I really thought that a lot of the names of people and places throughout Wicked were made up by Maguire. I was pleasantly surprised to find several of them in this book! I'm also surprised that Tim Burton hasn't adapted this into a movie! I can see it in my head already.... Anyway, I realize I'm bunny trailing here so I'll wrap it up by saying I absolutely loved this book, and I already have the next three on hold at my library. The real question is, is the rest of the series worth it, or is there a reason that the first book is the only really famous one?