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Thank you for this! I loved the walk through - I use the Cousin rather than the Weeks and may borrow some ideas! Lovely video!

I've seen the musical, the movie, and read the novel, and I like all three for different reasons. The book is very much The Tragedy of Elphaba, whereras the musical undercuts this in ways that I won't go into here. The stage musical and the film focus more on the relationship between Elphaba and G(a)linda, as you said, and I personally think that the book would have benefitted from delving a little more into their relationship, because what we do get is fascinating. As far as the politics is concerned, the movie is an interesting compromise between the book and the show. That extra hour of runtime (act one of the show runs about an hour and a half) really lets the story breathe; the show moves at a breakneck pace. The second act of the show is less coherent than the first, and I've heard that the second movie will follow the show less closely than the first, so I expect it will also attempt that compromise. I hope it sticks the landing, it would be a real shame if the second movie was a letdown after how good the first was.

My personal gripe about the movie is that they broke it up into two pieces. I've got sequel fatigue. I just want one movie and call it a day. I've also got some reservations about Part 02 because the second half of the show is definitely the weaker element - so I'm hoping they pull from the book (s) and make it different than the play. We shall see... Thoughts on the other books Maguire has written set in Oz?

👏 Great video

Would love a tour of your spreads for your reading journal! So lovely!

Thank you for this amazing tip. I used to be a prolific reader for leisure, but since having kids and now that I’m a “grown up” who reads a lot for work, I found I had massively slowed down and was feeling so discouraged about it. In 2024 I challenged myself to read 12 books in 12 months. Not one a month but just 12 in 12 months. I found that momentum was so much a part of that. The more I read the more I wanted to. I ultimately managed to get to 13 last year, 6 more that I made time for in 2023 😊 little steps!

OH GOD at the prices on these frames! This is just predatory.

I tried to listen but the glasses frames are too loud.

I loved this book - would love to know your thoughts on the second.

White Oak Books is great little bookstore!

I also love how Gordon is so accessible for readers who are moving out of those transitional chapter books and into solidly middle grades novels. They are just masterfully written to ensure those readers can enjoy them but complex enough that a range of readers can find enjoyment.

Vera Brosgol’s work is just brilliant! Leave Me Alone! is an all-time favorite of mine-her storytelling is so sharp and unique. Okay, so… I just met you, and this is crazy, but I’ve got collab ideas-email me maybe? 😄 But seriously, I have some fun middle-grade episode ideas and really enjoy the energy of your channel. Let me know if you’re interested!

Yes

My jaw hit the floor when I stumbled upon this review! My fellow Greek LMS, I met you at AASL in 2017 and here you are on my UA-cam search results for this book, which is also one of my favorites! I hope our paths cross again some day!

YOU CATCHED THE GOLDEN SNITCH!!!

That’s sick 🔥

Thanks to my husband and @Murphydoor for this awesome addition to my library. It's magical!! 🦉