The first volume in The Oz Chronicles recalls both Stephen King’s The Stand and L. Frank Baum’s The Wizard of Oz. When 13-year-old Osmond “Oz” Griffith wakes from an illness on the floor of his closet, he discovers the world overrun by man-eating monsters, the Takers, and it’s largely his fault. In an effort to make things right, he gathers a band of survivors (a baby, an aged mechanic and a talking gorilla, among others), and sets off down his version of the yellow brick road, leading to the Atlanta Zoo. Along the way, he learns that his destiny was written by Steve, a boy from his past. Afflicted with Down Syndrome, Steve created new worlds, replete with battles between good and evil, in the comic books that served as his sole refuge from the teasing of Oz and his friends. Steve’s untimely suicide leaves only the comic books as clues to vanquishing the Takers.
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R.W. Ridley lives in Charleston, SC with his beautiful wife, a hyperactive dog, three arrogant cats, and one ugly mortgage.
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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Avid Reader
Format:Paperback
THE TAKERS has a very original plot and held my interest throughout the book. The characters are well defined and the storyline flows along uninterrupted. I liked the length of the book and was able to read it in two nights. The book is not filled with violence and gore but has enough action and excitement to keep its readers hanging onto every word. I am looking forward to the next in the series.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Gussie
Format:Paperback
This is not the type of book I usually read BUT I loved it! The Takers is a very well organized, superbly developed story that will appeal to all ages. I didn't want to put the book down before I discovered what was going to happen to Oz and his band of "Warriors". Author Richard Ridley was able to keep the suspense tight for the entire novel. I thoroughly enjoyed it and look forward to volume two.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book-a real page turner. The hero in the book, Oz, is such a believable character. I thought it was truely written from his youthful perspective. This author has the ability to mix fantasy with reality to create a vivid image as you read that makes it hard to put the book down.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
What a pleasant surprise!
I loved this book! It was a fun, easy read for a rainy afternoon. Great characters, good plot development. Can't wait to read the next one! Read more
Published 14 days ago by Theresa M. Solomon
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Great Book For Kids
I read this book to my kids. They loved it! The story catches your attention from the beginning. The message is good and there is very little need to "edit" the story as... Read more
Published 1 month ago by AH
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic book!!!
This story was amazingly well developed. This story reminded me of "The Talisman" by King and Straub. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mom2BKWK
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome story!
Didn't know what I was getting myself into when I bought this book, but I'm certaily glad I did. Werd.
Published 2 months ago by Fraggle
3.0 out of 5 stars
Stop before the end.
I enjoyed this book until the last scene. If it had ended before the last scene I probably would get book two. So maybe I should be happy that it ended where it did. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Sheila Skillingstead
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great, unique story!
Ridley's writing style reminds me of Dean Koontz. Has an unlikely hero and vital animals with much more intelligence than we think. The story is unique and not predictable. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Happy Hart
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wow! A fantasy worth it!
I went in to this book not quite sure what to expect... or rather if it was my type of story. Well I'm glad I took the chance! This book absolutely blew me away. Read more
Published 4 months ago by B. Agler
5.0 out of 5 stars
Different!
Really enjoyed this book! I couldn't put it down once I started reading it. Different monsters an odd group of warriors. I can't wait to read the next book!
Published 4 months ago by Sheila
4.0 out of 5 stars
Something new!
Nothing like I've ever read before. Kept me interested until the very end. Can't wait to read the next book in the series.
Published 4 months ago by April
4.0 out of 5 stars
Really interesting
This was a good read. It kept my interest the whole time I was reading it. I have never heard of Ridley, but will continue to read his books of they are so similar to this one.
Published 4 months ago by Peanut909
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More About the Author
R.W. Ridley is the author of the IPPY award winning novels The Takers; Book One of the Oz Chronicles, Delon City: Book Two of the Oz Chronicles, and The Pure: Book Three of the Oz Chronicles. The Takers is the winner of The Writer's Digest International Self-Published Book Award in the Middle Grade/Young Adult Category. He is married to a beautiful little Italian from Brooklyn. You can follow him on Twitter - @rwridley
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