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A Lion Among Men (The Wicked Years, #3)

Douglas Smith, Gregory Maguire
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A Lion Among Men (The Wicked Years, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008

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Douglas Smith, Gregory Maguire

A Lion Among Men (The Wicked Years, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oz • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

830L

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Super Short Summary

A Lion Among Men is a novel by Gregory Maguire. It is the third book in the Wicked Years series, focusing on the life of a character known as Brrr, or the Cowardly Lion. It delves into his background and personal struggles within the context of the political and social upheavals of Oz.

Reviews & Readership

3.9

30,744 ratings

44%

Loved it

36%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for A Lion Among Men by Gregory Maguire praise its innovative retelling of the classic "Wizard of Oz" tale, featuring rich character development and a darkly whimsical narrative. However, some readers find the plot slow and occasionally convoluted. The combination of familiar lore with fresh perspectives is overall intriguing but may not captivate all audiences.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Lion Among Men (The Wicked Years, #3)?

Fans of fantasy with a dark twist, political intrigue, and rich character development will enjoy A Lion Among Men by Douglas Smith and Gregory Maguire. Comparable to titles like George R.R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire series and Neil Gaiman’s Neverwhere, this book appeals to readers who appreciate complex narratives and morally nuanced characters.

3.9

30,744 ratings

44%

Loved it

36%

Mixed feelings

20%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oz • Fantasy World

Publication Year

2008

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

830L

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