JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Bloody Brick Road: A 'Wizard of Oz' Retelling.

  • Published In: Publishers Weekly, 2025, v. 272, n. 45. P. 34 1 of 2

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Abstract

The article reviews "The Bloody Brick Road," a dark retelling of L. Frank Baum's "The Wizard of Oz" by Maude Royer, marking her English-language debut. Set in Montreal, the narrative follows 19-year-old Dorothy Noroit, who, after a tragic car accident during her pregnancy, faces a series of gruesome murders linked to a serial killer two decades later. The story incorporates horror elements and inventive twists, though some references to the original tale, such as ruby slippers and a neo-Nazi group named the Winged Monkeys, may detract from the overall experience. Despite this, the book is described as a compelling thriller for readers who enjoy darker themes. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Publishers Weekly. 2025/11, Vol. 272, Issue 45, p34
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0000-0019
  • Accession Number:189536753
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