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Dorothy Must Die by Danielle Paige reimagines the world of Oz from a darker perspective. Amy Gumm, a teenager from Kansas, finds herself swept into a twisted Oz where Dorothy has become a tyrant. Tasked by a revolutionary group called the Order of the Wicked, Amy must eliminate Dorothy to restore balance and freedom to the troubled land.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy reimagined classic tales with a dark twist. It offers a fresh take on the Land of Oz, where familiar characters have turned sinister, creating a gripping and adventurous narrative perfect for those who appreciate action-packed fantasy with an edge.

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Dorothy Must Die

The New York Times bestselling first book in a dark series that reimagines the Oz saga, from debut author Danielle Paige. To be a place where Good Witches can't be trusted, Wicked Witches may just be the good guys, and winged monkeys can be executed for acts of rebellion. They say she found a way to come back to Oz.

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The New York Times bestselling first book in a dark series that reimagines the Oz saga, from debut author Danielle Paige. Start at the beginning and discover your new series to binge!

My name is Amy Gumm—and I'm the other girl from Kansas. I've been recruited by the Revolutionary Order of the Wicked. I've been trained to fight. And I have a mission: Remove the Tin Woodman's heart. Steal the Scarecrow's brain. Take the Lion's courage. And—Dorothy Must Die.

I didn't ask for any of this. I didn't ask to be some kind of hero. But when your whole life gets swept up by a tornado—taking you with it—you have no choice but to go along, you know?

Sure, I've read the books. I've seen the movies. I know the song about the rainbow and the happy little blue birds. But I never expected Oz to look like this. To be a place where Good Witches can't be trusted, Wicked Witches may just be the good guys, and winged monkeys can be executed for acts of rebellion. There's still a road of yellow brick—but even that's crumbling.

What happened to Dorothy? They say she found a way to come back to Oz. They say she seized power and the power went to her head. And now no one is safe.

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Danielle Paige's Dorothy Must Die is praised for its fresh and empowered take on the classic Wizard of Oz story, turning familiar characters into surprising, sinister versions of themselves. The novel is described as an action-packed, girl-powered narrative with strong female characters and is recommended for fans of modern fantasy with an unconventional twist. Critics highlight its intriguing world-building and fast-paced plot, perfect for readers who enjoy a blend of fantasy, humour, and a hint of horror.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780062280688

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 May 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 354g

Pages: 480

About the Author

Danielle Paige is a graduate of Columbia University and the author of DOROTHY MUST DIE and its digital prequel novellas, NO PLACE LIKE OZ and THE WITCH MUST BURN. Before turning to young adult literature, she worked in the television industry, where she received a Writers Guild of America Award and was nominated for several Daytime Emmys. She currently lives in New York City.

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