L. Frank Baum keeps coming up in recommendations. Where would people start with their books?
Aisling, fair point. There is room for something a bit different in the next six.
The Wonderful Wizard of OzFiction · 1899
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
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“A story to explore beyond the familiar shortlist. Read its synopsis, see what catches your curiosity, and bring your take back to the pool.”
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The Wonderful Wizard of Oz is one I am weighing up. Would love to hear a different take too. The interesting picks are often the ones people split on.
Cian, a book-club style conversation afterwards could be good, even when people disagree.
For anyone considering The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: The description has me curious. I would rather know the mood than the whole plot.