A 5-Star review in entirety posted at Amazon for 'Mr. Wizardo':
We are in Kansas, Toto. Mr. Wizardo follows the lives of four classmates as they gather for the funeral of a beloved teacher and mentor.
Strategically placed references to the L. Frank Baum classic illuminates the relevance of the original in a delightful read for today. Pages are painted with a landscape of language that we’ve come to appreciate in Ms. Pasco’s prose in past servings of quiche and mushrooms.
Personalities are similar to, but not limited to, familiar characters. Flashbacks take each of the main characters to a turning point, directed on the right path by Mr. Wizardo. As in the Oz story, everyone has, within themselves, the qualities of intelligence, compassion, and courage – “our magical power.” Along the way challenges are overcome, lost loves found, and gratitude expressed. It all comes together to reprise the universal truth - lives can change with a kind word.
Is that kind word from you?
It’s time for another journey down the Yellow Brick Road.
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