Search - Wicked (Wicked Years, Bk 1)

I tried very hard to read this book because I do like the Wizard of Oz etc etc. The start of the book is good, but after that..it really drops off and gets to be rather dull, boring, and hard to follow. Half way through I was disappointed by the book, as I was expecting so much more, and was also disappointed with the content that was put into the book. Why children are reading this book I don't know..but they shouldn't be. Older teens perhaps, but not 8 year olds!! I have heard the musical is very different and have even looked up the differences, and yep, it's really different. I think the musical would make more sense, and move at a faster pace and not be so wordy and full of filler words and content.

I say don't waste your time with this book. Think what you want to think, you'll probably come up with a better story anyways!

A wonderful read. The book focuses on the wicked witch's life and even minimally covers the events occuring AFTER the fallen house. It was not what I expected but I was very pleasantly suprised and sad when the book ended. I want more.

I've noticed this is a highly requested book on PBS. Maybe it's just me, but I never got into it. There are a few good parts but it's a lot about the political climate of Oz at the time leading up to and during Dorothy's visit. I found it incredibly tedious to read, but I know a lot of people who felt differently! It just wasn't my cup of tea, but I wanted to read it before I saw the musical!

i agree with everyone else it was awfull. couldn't get past the first chapter and wondered what the heck is wrong with the book . I can read anything and like it.

A little dry for my taste.

Found it a little hard to get into, but I did finish it.