Title: Read me a bedtime story, Mommy.
Review: First, I find it very refreshing to see such a broad range of reviews for a particular book or movie. Usually everyone loves it or hates it.There is only one reason to read Gregory Maguire's novel, "Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West", and that is to see how they were able to make a Masterpiece as The Broadway Musical "Wicked" from one of the most boring books this reviewer has every read. I was fortunate to witness the London Showing of "Wicked".About the book: Oh, all your favorite characters and places are there, Elphaba, Nessarose, Galinda/Glinda, Fiyero, Boq, Madame Morrible, Doctor Dillamond. The Wizard, Shiz University and the Emerald City. But they weren't quite the same. This is definitely not a children's book. Full of four letter words and sex was widely enjoyed, especially by Elphaba. The characters were all forgettable and story too long and I repeat, boring.5 stars for the musical.1 Star for the book.
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