The Wish by Nicholas Sparks

The Wish

Nicholas Sparks

496 pages first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction contemporary romance emotional medium-paced

Description

From the author of The Longest Ride and The Return comes a novel about the enduring legacy of first love, and the decisions that haunt us forever.1996 was the year that changed everything for Maggie Dawes. Sent away at sixteen to live with an aunt...

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Community Reviews Summary of 2,188 reviews

Moods

emotional 93%
sad 73%
reflective 47%
hopeful 33%
inspiring 33%
challenging 7%
adventurous 6%
lighthearted 6%
funny 3%
tense 3%
dark 2%
relaxing 2%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 63%
slow 23%
fast 13%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 56% | A mix: 31% | Plot: 12%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 7% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 13% | N/A: 7% | It's complicated: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 44% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 24% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.22

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