Wish You Weren't

by Sherrie Petersen

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Pub Date 15 Mar 2014 | Archive Date 25 Jan 2015

All Night Reads

Children's Fiction | Sci Fi & Fantasy

Description

Marten doesn't believe in the power of wishes. None of his have ever come true. So when he makes an impulsive wish during a meteor shower, he doesn't expect it to make any difference.

Until his annoying little brother disappears.

With the present uncertain and his brother’s future in limbo, Marten finds himself stuck in his past. And if he runs out of time, even wishes might not be enough to save the ones he loves.

Marten doesn't believe in the power of wishes. None of his have ever come true. So when he makes an impulsive wish during a meteor shower, he doesn't expect it to make any difference.

Until his...

Advance Praise

From PUBLISHERS WEEKLY: In this diverting blend of science and magic...first-time author Petersen’s story flits through time and space, it’s easy to follow, and the pieces snap together neatly. Marten’s remorse at wishing Aldrin gone, his determination to save his family, and his banter-rich friendship with Paul all combine to ground the novel.

From SAN FRANCISCO BOOK REVIEW: Sherrie Petersen has written a real page-turner of a middle-grade novel...kids will love it, but parents might want to borrow it as well.

From PUBLISHERS WEEKLY: In this diverting blend of science and magic...first-time author Petersen’s story flits through time and space, it’s easy to follow, and the pieces snap together neatly...