This is Oz as you've never seen it before! Dorothy never would have made it back without Toto's help.
My review copy came from Zumaya Thresholds. This is juvenile fantasy, and has been released in trade paperback form. It is currently available for sale. Check with your local bookstore to get a copy.
Part of the real charm of this story is that Toto doesn't understand human language well, and what he thinks he is hearing is a pun on the real words. He thinks they are looking for a lizard (not wizard), he has nicknames for all the main characters; for instance, he calls him a metal man, not the Tin Man.
The story line stays close to the movie most people have seen more than once, but the view from Toto's eyes gives you a fresh look at an old story. He considers Dorothy his pet, and he really has to work hard to try to keep her safe.
The authors kept my attention and have made an exciting, fun story out of how the dog viewed the adventure. The punny lines make you laugh. This should be a fun read for young ones. Especially if they are fans of Oz.
Check it out at your local bookstore and get a copy. Even adults can enjoy reading this one.
I'm Jo Ann Hakola, The Book Faerie, bookworm and bookseller. I have been selling books since January of 2000. It's a homebased business and I sell online only. Here is my website: http:www.bookfaerie.com I offer free shipping stateside. It's a one woman endeavor, and I love working for myself. I have over 6,000 books online now. I do book reviews from a reader's point-of-view and try to spread the magic of reading.
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Monday, October 4, 2010
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