The illustrations in this are some of the most beautiful I’ve seen, I am going to buy this for myself (yes the adult) just so I can reread it. It’s a beautiful tale of a rabbit with wishes, it’s a story of friendship and lifting others, to find you make a difference. A great story with a wonderful message for children and adults alike. I recommend this for all children including those grown up.


Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

WIsh is a cute tale about a rabbit and his friends. I especially enjoyed the beautiful illustrations. This would make a wonderful gift for any small child.

Oh dear. I'm afraid I'm going to be in the minority for this one, but I didn't love Wish.

The illustrations are undeniably gorgeous. They're wispy and soft and magical looking. Some of the landscapes are so intricate that you'd swear Saunders has drawn the characters over a photo. The characters themselves are sweet and adorable.

Unfortunately, this is one of those rhyming stories that makes me feel all awkward like a middle-grader at my first dance. I could not figure out the right meter and that made me a bit cranky. I would probably have to practice this one several times before I'd be able to read it aloud with any confidence whatsoever -- and even then I'm not sure that I could make the rhyme work.

The story is ok, but didn't really do a lot for me. I don't think I fully got the message (and that makes me feel a bit like I'm a bad human or something). I think I'd be tempted to make something up to go with those pretty illustrations instead of following the existing plot.

2 disappointed stars from me purely for the pretty pictures.

Thanks to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for providing me with a DRC of this book.

I have mixed feelings about this sadly, and I really do mean sadly.

The illustrations are wonderful, truly. There'some fantastic landscapes and different tones in colour, as well as the characters which are all first class. The way the scarf leads us through the story at times is very clever, and there's a great mix of double/single spreads and multiple boxes per page.

The writing though is just nowhere near up to the standard of the illustrations. A lot of it doesn't flow well in rhythm at all, and for a rhyming text that's just terrible. Take away the rhymes and write it in regular prose and I'm certain this would make it so much better. It also seems to end quite abruptly, though I wonder if I'm missing any of it as the final picture doesn't quite seem complete (Rabbit with his scarf heading off the page on a white background).

I really do feel like this could be excellent alround if the pacing of the rhymes was improved, or if it was changed into standard prose.

This tale is uplifting, heartwarming and truly the most beautiful illustrations I’ve ever seen. I would not be surprised, if in a year or two I see this animated and broadcast on Christmas Day for all to see. With charm, grace and a perfect message, this needs to be in every little one’s book collection.

A big thank you to NetGalley and Quarto Publishing Group for the ARC. I am voluntarily reviewing this book. This is a beautiful children's story!! This illustrations are.wonderful and the story is lovely and rhyming. I think all children will enjoy this book. I loved it. Wish I had grandchildren to read it to!! 5 stars!!

Wish tells the wonderfully charming tale of a little rabbit who one day is lucky enough to be chosen by three wishes! Wishes are magical things, and unsure what to wish for Rabbit sets of to seek the advice of his friends, Mouse, Fox and Bear, to see what they would wish for.

A wish to fly, a wish to write and a wish to explore encourages Rabbit to share his gift and grant the wishes of his friends, and with that comes a touching tale about kindness, generosity and the magic of friendship.

Saunders illustrations are equally as enchantingly atmospheric as his way with words despite the slightly stilted rhyming scheme, but that doesn't make this book any less heartwarming and wise.

What a great book for young readers! The illustrations are so amazing! This book would be great read allowed! Thank you netgalley for the free arc in exchange for an honest review!