The New York Times bestselling first book in a dark new series that reimagines the Oz saga, from debut author Danielle Paige.
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 … 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? 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.
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.
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I originally tried to win this book in a giveaway. I lost, but felt so drawn to the preview that I bought it myself. One of the best book decisions I’ve ever made! I haven’t been drawn into a book series like this since my sparkly vampire boyfriend showed up at the book store. I am completely obsessed and adore the twist on a classic …
This series was on my TBR list forever and I finally got around to it and let me just say WOW! This series was a surreal take on the Wizard of Oz with all your favorite well known characters in surprising and shocking new roles! I probably enjoyed the novellas even more than the series itself but it’s all good! I’m looking forward to reading the …
This book series is on of my favorites! I love the new take on the wizard of oz and I love the new perspective! Amy is an amazing character who kind of represents how we all feel like we aren’t good enough and shows that we can work through our hardships which was kinda what I needed at the time of reading this. Would totally read again!
If you love a good fairytale twist this is the series to read. The world building is amazing and you will never look at The Wizard of Oz characters the same again. There is some steampunk vibes and its a little dark which makes this retelling of a classic story so original! Paige grabs your attention and you will fall in love with characters you …
I really liked this series. A very original twist on the wizard of Oz.
Amy Gumm lands in Oz but it is not the Oz we know. Take a journey with Amy as she tries to figure out what is going on and who to be trusted. I have always liked the story “The Wizard of Oz”. I enjoyed the concept of this story and the new characters who we met throughout. I am intrigued to learn more about Oz and how this story will continue …
Book 75 towards my goal of 280! 4/5 stars for this YA Fantasy. This series has been on my shelf for a hot minute. What happened AFTER Dorothy went to Oz? She became evil of course! And because of that, Dorothy Must Die! This was a fun start to the series, definitely interested to see what happens in book 2!
A fantastic twist on the Wizard of Oz.
After ousting the Wizard, Dorothy became a magic addicted dictator. Using munchkin slave labor to strip Oz of it’s magic, she and her malevolent trio turned the land of Oz into something nightmares are made of. Now there’s a new girl in town and, under the guidance of the remaining wicked witches, she has to …
Liked it so much, I read it twice!! I never read books twice.
Great world building. Interesting plot twist. Fun to read
Dorothy must Die is the first book in that serie by Danielle Paige and the first book of that author that I was reading. I wasn’t dissapointed. I really loved her version of Oz and can’t wait to start reading the second book.
Welcome to Oz. Amy as seen the movies, read the books and know all the songs. She didn’t expected Oz to look like this. …
If your a fan of the Wizard of Oz you should read this book, loved it , couldn’t put it down.
This is the physical book that I have just consumed! It’s easy to admit that I don’t just read books on my Kindle! This story had me wrapped up from the very beginning right to the end and had me rushing to order the next book before the story high wears off. It’s such an amazing piece of fiction, and the only analogy that I can come up with is …
Can’t wait to read the rest of the series!
I think it’s a great twisted version of The wizard of Oz
Paige has such a way with her words in this book. Excellent piece of work. I’d give all her books a read.
I personally loved this book. I never actually read and this book I finished in 2 weeks. I cannot put this series down.
If you are a fan of the Wizard of Oz growing up you will love this book. It is the Wizard of Oz with a clever twist. The characters really turn to life in the page turner.
I marked this down one star because I wasn’t aware that this was a series. (I’m not opposed to reading series, but it would be nice if it were obvious from the get go.) I polished this book off in just a couple of days, so it’s an easy read and definitely keeps you interested. The idea is that it’s Oz if Dorothy goes dark and how it gets back to …
This book had way too much graphic violence and it didn’t end. I hate reading a book, coming to the last page and finding its book one of five!