The Wishing Game: A Novel by Meg Shaffer (English) Hardcover Book

Description: The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer NATIONAL BESTSELLER • Years ago, a reclusive mega-bestselling childrens 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 winners life in this absorbing and whimsical novel."Clever, dark, and hopeful . . . a love letter to reading and the power that childhood stories have over us long after weve grown up."—V. E. Schwab, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRueA BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: Washington Post, She Reads, BookreporterMake a wish. . . .Lucy Hart knows better than anyone what its like to grow up without parents who loved her. In a childhood marked by neglect and loneliness, Lucy found her solace in books, namely the Clock Island series by Jack Masterson. Now a twenty-six-year-old teachers aide, she is able to share her love of reading with bright, young students, especially seven-year-old Christopher Lamb, who was left orphaned after the tragic death of his parents. Lucy would give anything to adopt Christopher, but even the idea of becoming a family seems like an impossible dream without proper funds and stability.But be careful what you wish for. . . . Just when Lucy is about to give up, Jack Masterson announces hes finally written a new book. Even better, hes holding a contest at his home on the real Clock Island, and Lucy is one of the four lucky contestants chosen to compete to win the one and only copy. For Lucy, the chance of winning the most sought-after book in the world means everything to her and Christopher. But first she must contend with ruthless book collectors, wily opponents, and the distractingly handsome (and grumpy) Hugo Reese, the illustrator of the Clock Island books. Meanwhile, Jack "the Mastermind" Masterson is plotting the ultimate twist ending that could change all their lives forever.. . . You might just get it. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Meg Shaffer is the USA Today bestselling author of The Lost Story and The Wishing Game, which was a Book of the Month finalist for Book of the Year, a Readers Digest and Washington Post Best Book of the Year, and has been translated into 21 languages. Meg holds an MFA in TV and Screenwriting from Stephens College. She lives in Kentucky with her husband and two cats. The cats are not writers. Review "Meg Shaffers beautiful novel is part Willy Wonka, part magical realism, and wholly moving. It broke my heart and patched it over and reminded me that even as an adult, if you look hard enough, you can find the child still inside you."—Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestselling co-author of Mad Honey"Our list of must-read fiction books wouldnt be complete without a novel that reminds readers of the power books hold between their pages. Meg Shaffers The Wishing Game may not contain any magic—this is a whimsical tale, but its grounded in reality—yet theres something magical about the book."—Readers Digest, in "Best Fiction Books of 2023" "A heartwarming, page-turning story of found family, love triumphing over indifference, and the world-changing power of a good book."—Melissa Albert, New York Times bestselling author of The Hazel Wood"A dreamy, inventive novel about how books can not only change lives but save them too. Full of the power of imagination, its one of my favorite books of the year."—Sarah Addison Allen, New York Times bestselling author of Other Birds"A magical ode to storytelling, imagination, and the mystery of the creative life . . . Wildly imaginative, clever, and inspiring, The Wishing Game is for anyone who has found light in a story just when they need it."—Patti Callahan Henry, New York Times bestselling author of The Secret Book of Flora Lea"Meg Shaffers debut establishes her as one of the best. The Wishing Game sees the secret child hidden inside all of us, and it takes us on the thrilling, magical journey we all long for—where we might end up with everything we want but only if we risk it all."—Gwenda Bond, New York Times bestselling author of Stranger Things: Suspicious Minds"A work by turns clever, dark, and hopeful, Shaffers debut is a love letter to reading and the power childhood stories have over us long after weve grown up."—V. E. Schwab, New York Times bestselling author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue"Shaffer blends tragedy and triumph in a whimsical and gratifying debut about what makes a family. This is wish fulfillment in the best way."—Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A meditation on the power of hope when all else seems lost."—Kirkus Reviews Review Quote "A work by turns clever, dark, and hopeful, Shaffers debut is a love letter to reading and the power childhood stories have over us long after weve grown up." --V. E. Schwab, New York Times bestselling author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue "Meg Shaffers beautiful novel is part Willy Wonka, part magical realism, and wholly moving. It broke my heart and patched it over and reminded me that even as an adult, if you look hard enough, you can find the child still inside you." --Jodi Picoult, New York Times bestselling author of Wish You Were Here "Meg Shaffers debut establishes her as one of the best. The Wishing Game sees the secret child hidden inside all of us, and takes us on the thrilling, magical journey we all long for--where we might end up with everything we want, but only if we risk everything." --Gwenda Bond, New York Times bestselling author of Stranger Things: Suspicious Minds Details ISBN0593598830 Author Meg Shaffer Short Title The Wishing Game Language English Year 2023 ISBN-10 0593598830 ISBN-13 9780593598832 Format Hardcover Subtitle A Novel Publisher Random House USA Inc Imprint Ballantine Books Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Pages 304 Publication Date 2023-05-30 AU Release Date 2023-05-30 NZ Release Date 2023-05-30 US Release Date 2023-05-30 UK Release Date 2023-05-30 DEWEY 813.6 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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