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Synopsis
The homage to L. Frank Baum's Oz books and cynical commentary on the dirty underside to fantasy novels continue with the long-awaited sequel to WICKED, the bestseller that inspired a hit Broadway musical. Elphaba Thropp, the green-skinned Wicked Witch of the West, has died, leaving behind the foundling boy Liir, who believes that he may actually be her illegitimate son. Alone and rootless, he resolves to search for his childhood friend (and possible half-sister) Nor, who was taken away by the Wizard's army several years ago.
| Details | | Series: | The Wicked Years |
| Size | | Length: | 334 pages | | Height: | 9.3 in | | Width: | 6.5 in | | Thickness: | 0.8 in | | Weight: | 20.8 oz |
Publisher's Notes
First Line: "So the talk of random brutality wasn't just talk."
Industry Reviews
"[R]ichly detailed....[L]ike L. Frank Baum's magical land itself...[SON OF A WITCH is] filled with wonderful things....[F]ew readers will fail to stay its magical course. Once again, the myth of Oz proves its enduring power." (starred review)
Kirkus (07/15/2005)
"[M]asterfully imaginative....Tucked into Maguire's enchanting fable are carefully calibrated object lessons in forgiveness, retribution, love, loss and the art of moving on despite tragic circumstances. Ten years after WICKED...fans will once again be clicking their heels with wonderment." (starred review)
Publishers Weekly (07/18/2005)
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