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.
More than a novel, House of Oz Undone is a prayer for truth and a catalyst for change. Join the protagonist, a seasoned Black woman, in a transformative journey through a fantastical Oz-themed community. Facing odd political maneuvers and bizarre encounters, including caring for a quirky Bichon Frisé, she navigates through humor and trials, urging readers to find truth and resilience within themselves.
Be part of a revolution-get your copy of House of Oz Undone today and join the movement towards a more truthful and loving world.
Eleanor Tomczyk is a memoirist and humorist blogger renowned for her engagingly funny musings as an ex-Evangelical Conservative Christian and African-American Baby Boomer. Embarking on a new career as a storyteller at 60, she draws on her experiences in White Conservative churches. Now in her mid-70s and a wife, mother, and grandmother, she runs a weekly humorous political blog titled "How the Hell Did I End Up Here?" Her multifaceted career also spans roles as a singer, actress, motivational speaker, and award-winning voice-over artist.