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isadorawonder's review
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
bailee_m98's review against another edition
3.0
I really liked this first set of novellas! It was great background information (that I wanted) about the characters. It's been a while since I read the Dorothy Must Die Series. I remembered some stuff I read in the novellas appearing in the series, but I definitely need to go back and reread the series!
beammey's review against another edition
4.0
To be honest, this was my first time diving into this series and I literally knew nothing besides that it was sort of a retelling of The Wizard of Oz. I have to say, I did enjoy these novellas and I can't wait to actually read the trilogy now and see where the author took this because I am quite intrigued. These are fun, quick reads that give a lot of background, I'm guessing, as to why Oz is the way it is in the trilogy. I would recommend this book. 4.5 out of 5 stars.
myadventurewithbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
kotka's review against another edition
5.0
The first two stories were interesting. The third one while it was informational it could have been written better.
silkcaramel's review against another edition
4.0
“They say you can't go home again. Well, I'm proof that's not true. Home isn't just where you're born-it's where you belong."
I really enjoyed "Dorothy Must Die", it was one of my favorites of the year. So, obviously, I had to pick up the novellas! And I was not disappointed. These first three stories helps the readers to understand a bit what happened before the first volume of the series and get why certain key characters ended up where they were. It gave a lot of context to some events in "Dorothy Must Die" and made me even more interested to finish the series and find out what really happened in Oz when Dorothy came back the second time and who's behind it all. I loved especially Dorothy & Jellia's stories, but I felt the Wizard's kind of off. The beginning was good, but by the end of that novella, I was a little bit disappointed. I can't wait to pick up the next volume of these short stories before I go on to the second novel.
jljaina's review against another edition
4.0
Three short stories that take place leading up to the events in Dorthy Must Die. Overall I really liked them. While giving some insight into characters and situations I don't feel it spoiled anything. in fact it sometimes added more questions to my arsenal.
NO PLACE LIKE OZ
-Wow. I felt this ties in nicely to the original story. The main differences is that I felt Oz is a bit more fantastical here (flaming toast, prebuttered, cooked corn still on the stalks, etc) and that Dorothy seems a bit conceited and selfish even from the beginning. The setting when she was in Kansas did feel a bit modern though.
Danielle Paige does a great job with references from the original book. She bases is more on the books than the movies since the ending is fairly different. Going from the original story to this is a fairly smooth transaction.
The questioning of Ozma and missing Glinda was a great idea and the way it plays out is interesting. You really get a glimpse of how Dorothy changes from the sweet girl who first journeyed the Yellow Brick Road to go home, the the wretched brat she is in Dorothy Must Die. Eager to read the next step in the prequel series!
THE WITCH MUST BURN
-This is Jellia's tale. Friend of Ozma, head servant for Dorothy. If you have not read Dorothy Must Die, I highly suggest reading that before this book. Spoilers ahead if you have not read the first book yet. You have been warned....
This book has me really really bad for Jellia, especially after what happens to her in Dorothy Must Die. Although this story dies give us greater insight into who what role she really plays in the story.
Glinda sees something special about Jellia so takes her for a short time to help in her palace. And to that I just want to say "EWW!" Apparently Glinda does not understand that there is a concept for too much pink. On the surface, Glinda just wants a maid but her intentions are much darker in how to use Jellia.
One of the servants working for Glinda shocked me. Yet also confused me on the timelines a bit. Overall an interesting side is shown of certain characters. And we get a better sample of Jellia's ability with Nail Art. I would love it if she would do my nails! Secrets are unveiled and I wonder what part might take in the main storyline.
THE WIZARD RETURNS
- Are you ready to learn the truth behind the wizard? It's not pretty. We all though he was just a phony but he was also a jerk (to put it kindly)! Now with no memory he has the chance to set things right. He is given three trials to determine his true character.
This is one of those stories I can't say too much without giving things away. It does answer some things from Dorothy Must Die but also raises others. I am very curious to see how it all ties into the next couple books.
2022-Audiobook. I love how they got 3 different narrators, one for each story for this. Makes a HUGE difference. Granted it doesn't touch full-cast but it is progress. Time doesn't work strangely just between Oz and Kansas, it works strangely in Oz period after reading this. I want a timeline! How long did Dorothy rule? And the wizard? The second story really had me so sad for what happened to Jellia in Dorothy Must Die. This added so much depth to her character in particular, and yet it also felt a little too late. I am most grateful for the first story of Dorothy's fall. I feel this one is rather crucial to the story.
NO PLACE LIKE OZ
-Wow. I felt this ties in nicely to the original story. The main differences is that I felt Oz is a bit more fantastical here (flaming toast, prebuttered, cooked corn still on the stalks, etc) and that Dorothy seems a bit conceited and selfish even from the beginning. The setting when she was in Kansas did feel a bit modern though.
Danielle Paige does a great job with references from the original book. She bases is more on the books than the movies since the ending is fairly different. Going from the original story to this is a fairly smooth transaction.
The questioning of Ozma and missing Glinda was a great idea and the way it plays out is interesting. You really get a glimpse of how Dorothy changes from the sweet girl who first journeyed the Yellow Brick Road to go home, the the wretched brat she is in Dorothy Must Die. Eager to read the next step in the prequel series!
THE WITCH MUST BURN
-This is Jellia's tale. Friend of Ozma, head servant for Dorothy. If you have not read Dorothy Must Die, I highly suggest reading that before this book. Spoilers ahead if you have not read the first book yet. You have been warned....
This book has me really really bad for Jellia, especially after what happens to her in Dorothy Must Die. Although this story dies give us greater insight into who what role she really plays in the story.
Glinda sees something special about Jellia so takes her for a short time to help in her palace. And to that I just want to say "EWW!" Apparently Glinda does not understand that there is a concept for too much pink. On the surface, Glinda just wants a maid but her intentions are much darker in how to use Jellia.
One of the servants working for Glinda shocked me. Yet also confused me on the timelines a bit. Overall an interesting side is shown of certain characters. And we get a better sample of Jellia's ability with Nail Art. I would love it if she would do my nails! Secrets are unveiled and I wonder what part might take in the main storyline.
THE WIZARD RETURNS
- Are you ready to learn the truth behind the wizard? It's not pretty. We all though he was just a phony but he was also a jerk (to put it kindly)! Now with no memory he has the chance to set things right. He is given three trials to determine his true character.
This is one of those stories I can't say too much without giving things away. It does answer some things from Dorothy Must Die but also raises others. I am very curious to see how it all ties into the next couple books.
2022-Audiobook. I love how they got 3 different narrators, one for each story for this. Makes a HUGE difference. Granted it doesn't touch full-cast but it is progress. Time doesn't work strangely just between Oz and Kansas, it works strangely in Oz period after reading this. I want a timeline! How long did Dorothy rule? And the wizard? The second story really had me so sad for what happened to Jellia in Dorothy Must Die. This added so much depth to her character in particular, and yet it also felt a little too late. I am most grateful for the first story of Dorothy's fall. I feel this one is rather crucial to the story.
seliinamc's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
hailey_milne's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
courtnireads's review against another edition
2.0
DNF this book during the witch must burn because I just wasn't feeling the novellas even though I loved the series so far