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A review by libby_l96
The Wishing Game by Meg Shaffer
emotional
hopeful
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Oh this was just too sweet!
I found the clock island themes a little corny at first, but once I got into it, the storybook element brought an added richness.
The cosy imagery made me want to snuggle up under a blanket with some cocoa (and it's 30 degrees c and humid right now!).
Until the last 40 pages, i didn't really feel my heartstrings tugged too hard, but the way the game is rounded off with Christopher facing his fear really got me in the feels. A bit of a far-fetched fairytale ending, but with enough ups and downs along the way to make it work.
I found the clock island themes a little corny at first, but once I got into it, the storybook element brought an added richness.
The cosy imagery made me want to snuggle up under a blanket with some cocoa (and it's 30 degrees c and humid right now!).
Minor: Death and Terminal illness
TW/ Narcissistic parent