The Wishing Game: A Novel
Years ago, a reclusive mega-bestselling children’s author quit writing under mysterious circumstances. Suddenly he resurfaces with a brand-new book and a one-of-a-kind competition, offering a prize that will change the winner’s life in this absorbing and whimsical novel.
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If you love the idea of a story where the kids who toured Willy Wonka's factory as kids get to return as adults, then this might be for you. Replace Willy Wonka's chocolate factory with a private island owned by a famous children's book author. Replace the character flaws and fantasy punishments with real, hopeful children who are seeking love and support in the face of genuine human struggles. Replace the physics defying candy factory locations with riddles, logic games, and self growth. If you're still on board for a story that is overtly about confronting trauma and learning to move forward through your fears, then I think you'll really like this.
This may be my favorite standalone book Iâve read all year. First of all, Clock Island is magical. The writing transports you right there, and I was sad when the book was over and I had to leave.
My favorite character was Jack, he felt like the picture of altruism, compassion and warmth.
I did not find any of the storylines problematic like many other readers did. The relationship between Lucy and Christopher did not feel creepy at all. She wasnât secretly pining for this child, she even meets with his adoption caseworker. There were no ill intentions there. Maybe a bit of an unrealistic fantasy, but other than that, as a former educator, I related very much to Lucy wanting to save a child from their difficult home life.
The ending had me sobbing happy tears.
This book made me feel, deeply. I feel that this has the potential to be a series and I hope there will someday be a book two.
My favorite character was Jack, he felt like the picture of altruism, compassion and warmth.
I did not find any of the storylines problematic like many other readers did. The relationship between Lucy and Christopher did not feel creepy at all. She wasnât secretly pining for this child, she even meets with his adoption caseworker. There were no ill intentions there. Maybe a bit of an unrealistic fantasy, but other than that, as a former educator, I related very much to Lucy wanting to save a child from their difficult home life.
The ending had me sobbing happy tears.
This book made me feel, deeply. I feel that this has the potential to be a series and I hope there will someday be a book two.
A “look at yourself in the mirror and figure out who you are and what you really want” kind of book. It took me awhile to get into this. I enjoyed the story but I’m not sure I understand all the hype and why so many people LOVE this book. Book #49 in 2023
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