Wishes Are Free

Download or read book Wishes Are Free written by Diana Mercedes Howell and published by Diana Howell. This book was released on 2022-09-15 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ten-year-old Rose O'Reilly feels abandoned when her best friend moves two thousand miles away. Determined to find a new best friend, she turns to Grandpa, whose wife - his own best friend - has recently died. They hold Sunday chat cafes in the kitchen and with Grandpa’s help, Rose discovers friends can be found in unexpected places, from a lost dog to a boy with cerebral palsy. Still, she wishes for a new friend to fill the hole in her heart her best friend left behind. If you enjoy heartwarming coming-of-age stories you'll love this intergenerational story of love and friendship that takes place in 1959. From Amazon Reviews: "...a wonderful read, full of positive thoughts and the warmth of friendship," and "Uplifting storyline and lovable characters all infused with a delightful sense of humor."