Great adaptation of Baum’s fourth Oz book. It has been a while since I read the original, but from what I remember, this sticks closely to the original book with a few minor changes which are noted in the beginning of this book.

I actually liked this version better than the original. I think the graphic novel format works very well for this story. Baum’s descriptions were often a bit vague and/or confusing, but seeing Skottie Young’s versions of the various creatures Dorothy and her companions meet on their journey is breathtaking. Wonderful, fantastic artwork. I love his style. This really brings that story to life.

I find it best to read the original and then read these graphic novels, but for people who don’t like reading novels or don’t enjoy Baum’s style yet want to know the Oz stories, this is a great route. These books take the original story and put it in a graphic novel format instead of retelling the story entirely. They can be used in hand with or as an alternative to the originals for people who prefer graphic novel format.

Great adaptation. Amazing artwork. This is a wonderful series.

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