House of Oz Undone

A Cautionary Tale

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Published by: How the Hell Did I End Up Here? Publications
Release Date: July 2, 2024
Pages: 128
ISBN13: 978-1960299437

 
Overview

What if the path to true freedom leads through the stormiest battles against the truth?

Dive into Eleanor Tomczyk's House of Oz Undone, a bold reimagining of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. This 2024 novel sharply critiques the entanglement of truth and deception in modern faith, echoing the impactful narrative of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Authored by an audacious ex-evangelical Black Christian, the book is a call to action against the dangerous blend of extremism and religion, aiming for a societal overhaul akin to the changes spurred by Harriet Beecher Stowe.

Tomczyk's narrative combines wit and sharp clarity to unravel the corruption in segments of Christianity today. Her vibrant prose calls for a revolution of the heart, championing authenticity and dismantling the lies spread in faith's guise.

Enter the master-planned, Oz-themed community where the protagonist, inheriting her friend Jonathan’s home, confronts not just her new surroundings but also a series of mysterious and often absurd adventures. From peculiar political campaigns to veterinary escapades with a seemingly neurotic dog, Tomczyk blends humor and pathos to explore the larger narrative of community, identity, and resilience.

Praise

“House of Oz Undone is a brilliant venture through today’s societal themes. Setting out to find their home, heart, brain, and courage, a group of unlikely friends dissects the political and religious chaos they encounter traveling down the Yellow Brick Road. Funny, creative, and a little crazy, this book will have readers in hysterics.”
—Kathryn Dare, San Francisco Book Review

“Wow! If anyone is not aware of the critical time in which we live, this book will drive it home. Tomczyk has a unique talent for bringing our attention to the most serious issues we face, but in an enjoyable and page-turning read. Please, please share this with your friends and family. At a time when some may be disheartened about the future of America, as House of Oz Undone unfolds, it not only describes the seriousness and urgency of the choices we as citizens now face, but it also offers HOPE. If we fight the good fight together, we can save our society from a dismal descent. ‘A Cautionary Tale’ indeed!! Not only is this a must-read, it is a must-read NOW!”
—Amazon Review—July 2024

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