Son of a witch is a novel written by Gregory Maguire, which is a sequel to his previous work, Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. The book was published in 2005 and continues with the exploration of the Land of Oz, portraying events from the perspective of Elphaba's son, Liir. The story picks up where Wicked left off, with Liir mourning his mother's death and feeling lost in the world. He is haunted by his past and struggles to find his identity. As the son of a witch, he is seen as an outcast and is met with suspicion and prejudice. Liir embarks on a journey to discover the truth about his mother and his own lineage.
How about an update?
Any additional information?
Dare I ask. price?
I m sourcing a special paper for it the perfect paper comes in whopping great 1-tonne rolls, and I m negotiating a price for the manufacturer to cut it so my printers can run it. Exceptions non-returnable items Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods such as food, flowers, or plants , custom products such as special orders or personalized items , and personal care goods such as beauty products.
Liir embarks on a journey to discover the truth about his mother and his own lineage. Throughout the book, Liir encounters various characters from the Land of Oz, including the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Lion. He becomes entangled in political struggles and revolution, as the citizens of Oz fight against the oppressive rule of the Wizard.
Midnight doppelganger magic
Your Lebanon Circle page indicated Doppelganger is scheduled for release in Autumn 2013.
Autumn. my favorite time of year. However, autumn means many things to many people.
Technically, I guess it is 09/24 – 12/22 (although, the September equinox is 09/22). Some here in this thread may argue Halloween is the notable date.
But, I know you reside here in the States. Labor Day is over. I insist summer has ended (even though here in the Phoenix desert it will not truly feel that way for some time). Come on Professor, the children are back in school and the NFL season starts the day after tomorrow. Autumn is upon us!
How about an update?
Any additional information?
Dare I ask. price?
I too have been curious as to any update to release & pricing. I know The Prof is busy doodling away with his projects for us
Posted: Sep 3, 2013 07:09 pm I was told it would be in the same price ballpark as GH*ST - somewhere around £150 per book. "Disbelief in magic can force a poor soul into believing in government and business." Posted: Sep 3, 2013 07:37 pmHello guys, thanks for the interest.
Here is the update you request, everything.
Jekyll & Hyde is nearly complete. All the work except binding is finished, and I'm waiting for a special order shade of salmon for the covers to arrive (the exact shade of the 1886 first edition). Once that arrives, J&H will take perhaps 3-4 weeks to bind, then another week or ten days to age.
Hound of the Baskervilles is ready to go to print. The proofs are back and approved. It should, in fact, already be printed and off to bindery, but it has hit a snag. I'm sourcing a special paper for it (the perfect paper comes in whopping great 1-tonne rolls, and I'm negotiating a price for the manufacturer to cut it so my printers can run it. Fingers crossed.) Once printed, the binding is standing by (already located & stamps made for the cover)--then the aging has to be done.
Just this past hour I finished getting the Poe book (finally) fully laid out. It goes to the printer in the morning for a proof, but that paper is already purchased and the binding is in preparation even now (stamps & all).
In sum, I expect to see the first Jekyll & Hydes in about two weeks--they go straight to Dan for photographs to go up on the site for all to see (note: the 1886 originals are very plain, and will be heavily aged to make a nice contrast to the very fancy, gently treated other two). I expect Hound and Poe to race each other back to me because of the delay on the Hound paper (can't get the dog to go on the paper, as it were), and all to be ready for shipping (no promises!) in about 6 weeks . . . October 15th or there about--but please understand that I'm at the mercy of my printers, paper suppliers, binders, and their schedules.
I actually started the Poe project first, but at 504 pages, it ended up taking the longest to code and lay out. I also took a break from it to run up a 'tester' set of Jekyll & Hyde that I did several performances with, and the reactions were excellent and encouraged me greatly to get on with the project. So, I coded Hound & Poe all summer, and that work is now complete. It's just a matter of putting it all onto paper, into binding, and aging it (which is labourious work).
You ask about price, and I suspect (before talking to Dan) that these will sell in the same range as GH*ST (although they are a lot more work . . . which you'll see, I think, with the finished product). That is, 150 GBP per book. I strongly suspect, also, there will be a discount for the second and third book when purchased at the same time (around 25 GBP each, I would guess). Oh, Dan's going to kill me for this.
Doppleganger books CAN work alone (you can do a GH*ST-type routine with any one book), but it will require at least two books to perform the Doppleganger routine, and all three (or more) to get the full Doppleganger effect.
I say 'or more' because I have plans to release additional books into this series next year, the year after, and perhaps even after that. That very much depends upon demand.
I think it has been mentioned before that you absolutely do NOT need to have every book, nor do you need to have any certain book. You can mix and match as you please, choosing only those titles that best fit your show. The effect works best with three or more books, but for those unable to buy all three this year (and since GH*ST sold out within a year of its release), I decided to commit to releasing two more (different) titles next year and two more (also different) the year following so those who can buy only one book each year will still have an opportunity to get three over the next three years.
Of course, as before, I am limiting each title to only 100 and once a title has sold out I will not make more of that title. This practice, I hope, will keep their value high to the collector as well as making them collectable pieces.
The description Dan put up on the Lebanon site is quite correct. Doppleganger will indeed allow you to have as many spectators as you have books come up and make a wholly free choice of any (indeed all) the books and again a completely free choice of any page (everyone on completely different pages). Then, without them saying a word or making any gesture--only silently reading their chosen pages--you begin getting hits (if you are a mentalist) or messages (if you are doing seance or bizarre).
Yes, just as with GH*ST, PHANTOMS, and DarkSpell, the Doppleganger series features books that actually ARE readable books. You can read the whole Hound of the Baskervilles, for example, and think it is nothing more than Conan Doyle's masterpiece. (I guess that is a bonus feature: when you aren't performing you really can lay back and just enjoy reading these--and the price is a fraction of what you'd pay for a bona fide first edition.)
Doppleganger is extremely flexible: it can play as a one-off mentalism feat. It will work as a matching routine. It will create messages from beyond the grave. You will readily perform Remote Viewing with the original (famous) images to be found in the books (even drawing the chosen image . . . if you can draw). It requires no peeks, no forces, no control of any kind, no call-outs, no fishing, or anything of the kind. Your spec selects any of the books, opens to any of the pages she desires, reads it, and you (from across the hall or even on the telephone from across the country) can tell what is on her page.
The performance manual (which I have only begun to write) already has many suggestions for routines, performance scripts, instructions for making the ghostly message come out exactly as you wish and . . . oh . . . my real point of pride with Doppleganger is it has an actual, effective finale built right in (whenever you wish to use it). How would you like a book test where the book ends up attacking the spec? Okay, not attacking, but certainly making a rather direct threat. Time to close it up and take your bow.
And, what performers will probably like best, many (most) of the routines can be performed with no memorization. I had a real inspiration during a performance of GH*ST last year, and now Doppleganger includes a most effective crib coded directly into the pages. You cannot possibly forget or get lost--in fact, the more spectators you have 'in play' the easier the performance becomes.
Sorry. Excited about the possibilities. I get this way when I'm writing up my notes into the performance manual.
Bottom line: I am trying desperately to have it out for Hallowe'en.
And thank you for asking.
But I say!
That wasn't me though at all
It's a shame, it's a fraud
I tell you something ain't right
Our lips they started to fight
No clothes are in sight
I tell you it was the Night
. of The Doppelganger!
Son of a witch delves into themes of identity, acceptance, and the enduring legacy of parents. Liir's journey is one of self-discovery as he grapples with his past and tries to forge his own path. The novel explores the complexities of good and evil, and the blurred lines between them. Maguire's writing style is characterized by his lyrical prose and vivid descriptions. He creates a dark and complex world, offering a fresh take on the familiar story of The Wizard of Oz. Son of a witch is a thought-provoking and engaging read that expands upon the beloved characters and mythology of Oz. In conclusion, Son of a witch is a captivating sequel that continues to explore the Land of Oz and delves into the life of Elphaba's son, Liir. Gregory Maguire's novel offers a unique perspective on the familiar story and explores themes of identity and acceptance. It is a must-read for fans of the original book and anyone looking for a thought-provoking and immersive fantasy read..
Reviews for "The Son of a Witch: A Tale of Love and Loss"
1. John - 1-star rating - I found "Son of a Witch" to be extremely disappointing. The novel lacked the depth and excitement of its predecessor, "Wicked". The plot felt dull and disjointed, making it difficult for me to stay engaged. Furthermore, some of the characters' actions seemed inconsistent and out of place, which only added to my frustration. Overall, I would not recommend this book to anyone who enjoyed "Wicked" as it fails to capture the same magic and intrigue.
2. Sarah - 2-star rating - As a fan of Gregory Maguire's "Wicked", I had high hopes for "Son of a Witch", but it failed to meet my expectations. The story felt slow-paced and convoluted, leaving me bored and confused at times. The protagonist, Liir, lacked the charm and complexity of Elphaba, making it difficult for me to connect with his journey. Additionally, the political aspects that were prevalent in "Wicked" felt overshadowed and poorly explored in this sequel. Overall, "Son of a Witch" just didn't capture the same spark that made its predecessor a favorite of mine.
3. Emily - 2-star rating - "Son of a Witch" fell flat for me. While I initially enjoyed revisiting the world of Oz and exploring the aftermath of "Wicked", the plot soon became muddled and meandering. I found myself questioning the relevance and purpose of certain events and characters introduced. Additionally, the writing style felt dry and lacked the poetic beauty that made "Wicked" so captivating. It pains me to say it, but "Son of a Witch" failed to recapture the magic of the original novel.