Who Stole the Wizard of Oz? (Avi) [Library Binding]

Avi (Author), Derek James (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 11, 2008 | Series: Avi

Becky and her brother use some ingenious clues to identify the person who stole five children's books from the town's library.

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Editorial Reviews

Review

"Avi combines simplicity of style with wit as he builds a believable, gripping plot that is highly accessible to young readers" (Booklist)

"This is fun reading!" School Library Journal --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

From the Inside Flap

One of Newbery Honor author Avi's most popular middle-grade mysteries is available in paper once again.  The mystery revolves around a rare edition of The Wizard of Oz missing from the local library. When Becky is accused of stealing it, she and her twin brother Toby set out to catch the real thief and prove her innocence. Clues cleverly hidden in four other books lead to a hidden treasure--and a gripping adventure.   --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Library Binding: 116 pages
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1439519331
• ISBN-13: 978-1439519332
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,167,095 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Avi has published more than sixty books. Among them is Crispin: The Cross of Lead, winner of the 2003 Newbery Medal. Other novels with nineteenth-century settings, like The Traitors' Gate -- his grand nod to the work of Charles Dickens -- are listed before the title page, and include the Newbery Honor Book, The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle. Avi and his family live in Denver, Colorado.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THIEF! THIEF!, April 2, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Who Stole ""The Wizard Of Oz?"" (Turtleback School & Library Binding Edition) (School & Library Binding)

I've always known Avi was a fabulous author. Who Stole the Wizard of Oz proved that to me once again. Becky, who is in 6th grade, is accused of stealing 5 rare books from the library. She claims she didn't do it and her twin brother Toby believes her, but how can they prove it? They think that if they can solve a certain kind of puzzle they might be able to catch the thief. With its suspense and creativity you can't dislike this story. A lot of mysteries are good but in my opinion this is one of the best chil- dren's mysteries out there. Once you start reading you can't stop. This book is very cleverly written. Whenever Avi can he throws in puzzles for you to solve or for you to wonder about. You don't need the illustrations to give you a picture of what is going on, but the outstanding drawings give you an even better picture of what is going on. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to read a fast moving, intriguing mystery. I think many young readers will enjoy this book for generations.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Who Stole the Wizard of Oz?, February 27, 2007

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Who Stole the Wizard of Oz? (Paperback)

Do you know who stole the Wizard of Oz? This story drives you through mystery and excitement. When Becky is accused of stealing the Wizard of Oz book from the library she is determined to find the real robber. With the help of her twin brother Toby, Becky is driven through man obstacles to find the real culprit.

I believe Avi wrote this book to all kid's and grown up's to always go for their goals and never stop. As Toby said, "What if nobody comes"? "Then we will wait as long as we have too". Proving to always go for your dreams not caring for what another person says. I recommend this book to all mystery lovers. Or to people who want to read a good book that makes you wonder.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Who stole the Wizard of Oz?, December 7, 2001

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Who Stole the Wizard of Oz? (Paperback)

Who stole the Wizard of Oz? To find out you'll have to read it. The book is about a girl and her frind ,Toby .When they are asked if they stole five very valueable books they say no. Now they are they will try to find the culpret.They find the books in...well that would ruin the surprise for you woulden't it