Having grown up in a loveless home, teacher's aide Lucy Hart would never wish that upon a child. That's why she would desperately love to adopt Christopher, a seven-year-old orphan in her class, if only she had the means. When her favorite author holds a contest, Lucy finds she is one of four finalists given the chance to win the only copy of his last book. Fighting off book collectors and dealing with the handsome but grumpy illustrator, Lucy's dreams might just come true. But the author has one final twist that might make Lucy regret her wish.

The Wishing Game was so good that I literally could not put it down once I cracked it open. Meg Shaffer offers a heartwarming and sentimental read with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory vibes, but more grounded in reality. While keeping it light, The Wishing Game still touches on trauma, especially childhood trauma, and overcoming grief and reminds you that you can still pursue your dreams even as an adult.