Dorothy Of Oz Volume 2 (v. 2) [Paperback]

Son Hee-Joon (Author, Artist)

Book Description

Series: Dorothy of Oz | Publication Date: March 18, 2008

Lost in the wonderful world of Oz, Mara-Shin has acquired some incredible magical powers, as well as some deadly new enemies! Now, with the help of her friends the telekinetic Abee (codename: Scarecrow), the cyborg Namu (codename: Tin Woodsman), and the chimeric cat-man Tail (codename: Cowardly Lion), she's on a mission to protect the people of Oz from the forces of evil. Mystery, adventure, and more lie along the yellow brick road!

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 8-10-The Wizard of Oz has been reinvented as a science-fiction manga: the Cowardly Lion is a mutant lab escapee, the Tin Woodman is a cyborg, and the Scarecrow is a human clone. Dorothy is Mara Shin, a ninth grader who leaves her conventional teenage life to follow a yellow brick road that only she can see. Oz is a frightening place, full of corrupt wizards and renegade armies. A Korean manwha, this should appeal to fans of Japanese manga. The paneling is more conventionally horizontal than in most Japanese comics. However, the intricate drawings, especially the dramatically angled fight scenes, are just as effective in conveying the story's drama. Though this sci-fi update is edgy and original, its intricate plot is confusing, which may frustrate and bore some readers. Not an essential purchase.–Lisa Goldstein, Brooklyn Public Library, NY
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Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Udon Entertainment (March 18, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1897376324
• ISBN-13: 978-1897376324
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,157,189 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars interesting series, April 14, 2010

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J. Lowery (Pittsburgh, PA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dorothy Of Oz Volume 2 (v. 2) (Paperback)

nice series. good content, geared toward teens and young adults. funny, quirky, a great retelling of the wizard of oz story.

5.0 out of 5 stars I like me some Manhwa, September 9, 2009

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Mr. Vulcan "Toulon2342" (Las Vegas, Nevada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dorothy Of Oz Volume 2 (v. 2) (Paperback)

The Dorothy of OZ series really gets off the ground in volume 2. Most of the elements of the original story are brought into play. This alternate version is as much sequel as it is remake. The source of the "Magic" used by the witches, and the Wizard is explained as a pseudo science. Like alchemy. This powerful knowledge and a thirst for control make for some heated conflict in the land of OZ. Mara Shin AKA Dorothy is caught in the midst of the power struggle. A possible pawn in the schemes of adversaries she has yet to meet. And she get's very little time to prepare.

5.0 out of 5 stars Continuation of a manga mania adventure with huge twists., August 24, 2008

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Alan C. Stephens "OGM" (Columbia, MD, USA) - See all my reviews
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Dorothy Of Oz Volume 2 (Dorothy of Oz)
Should a long time manga fan have so much fun? WELL YES... OF COURSE!
I was anticipating Volume 2 after devouring Volume 1. The author does carry his unusual tale even further in twists and 'around the bend' surprises in plots rich in fantasy suspense. As I ordered available copies, Volume three is nearby, but volume 2 keeps pulling me back into its wonderful world.