First published 2005
Dorothy finds herself transported to the strange land of Oz along with her faithful dog Toto after a powerful storm. In this unfamiliar world, she encounters three unlikely companions: a Scarecrow who believes he lacks brains, a Tin Woodsman convinced he has no heart, and a Lion who thinks himself a coward. Together, the group sets out to find the mysterious Wizard of Oz, hoping he can grant their deepest wishes. Dorothy simply wants to return home to Kansas, but the journey proves more challenging than any of them expected. Cavallaro reimagines Baum's classic tale through the lens of manga artistry, bringing fresh visual energy to the beloved characters and their quest. The story explores how friendship and courage can emerge in the most unexpected places, as Dorothy and her companions discover that what they seek may have been within them all along.
Genres: classic-literature, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: emotional, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Oz, Kansas
Period: 19th-century, 20th-century
Hardcover · Puffin Books