A review by brookiet1220
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer

adventurous emotional mysterious medium-paced

2.0

This Willy Wonka/Charlie and the Chocolate Factory inspired novel had its positives and negatives. This book was a fast read. If the author made the game component more complicated or made it more fantastical, some readers may have lost interest. The conversations about Jack's sexuality and foster care are few but meaningful. Lucy and Hugo being romantically involved could be seen from a mile away. At times, Lucy's naivety makes her hard to root for. All the contestants getting a happy ending made it seem like the game was unnecessary. 

 
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