The Wishing Game

This was a fun read. I had a hard time putting it down and even found myself reading it aloud to my 2-year-old son during breakfast so I could find out what happened next! The Clock Island series mentioned in the book reminded me of all the different series I read as a kid that served as an escape from everyday life when I needed it most - The Boxcar Children, The Babysitters Club, Harry Potter, Nancy Drew, A Series of Unfortunate Events... Stories can be so powerful for children and adults alike, and this theme is prominent throughout the book. (Also, I would absolutely read the Clock Island series if they were real.) I was surprised by some of the heavier topics addressed that could be triggering for some readers. However, I appreciated the heavier parts and reminders that dreaming and wishing can be helpful and also harmful. That we each have a responsibility to be active writers in the stories of our lives and are not limited by how others may perceive us. Will definitely be recommending this book to others!