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Wish

By Barbara O'Connor

Adjectives

heartwarming insightful uplifting

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Eleven-year-old Charlie Reese has been making the same secret wish every day since fourth grade. When she's sent to live with relatives in the Blue Ridge Mountains, she feels out of place. However, her friendship with a neighbour boy and a stray dog named Wishbone helps her discover the true meaning of family and belonging.

About the author

Barbara O'Connor is a much-loved author from America who writes exciting and heartwarming stories for children. She is best known for her book 'Wish', which is about friendship, hope, and believing in yourself. Barbara's books are full of interesting characters and adventures that inspire young readers to dream big and be kind.

Pages

256 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2017

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