The Patchwork Girl of Oz Book

The Patchwork Girl of Oz is not about the Patchwork Girl of Oz, but rather is the story of a little munchkin boy and his motley assortment of followers journeying across the land of Oz in search of items that will create a magic capable of saving the boy's beloved uncle.

However, one of those motley followers is the Patchwork Girl and she absolutely steals the show! Her goofy optimism is infectious. Perhaps some might find her to be a Jenna Elfman-sized annoyance, but for my part I thoroughly enjoyed the full dose of daffy she poured into this book, which has been my favorite thus far of Baum's original Oz series.

Keep in mind it is a children's book. The conundrums put to our heros are not mindbogglingly difficult for them to overcome and it's hardly a spoiler to say things end happily. The Patchwork Girl might also appeal more to fans of the Wizard of Oz movie as it brings back some recognizable characters. Dorothy, the Scarecrow and Tin Man all make brief cameos...oh yes, and Toto too.