This book is hard hitting and I loved it. It was tragic and beautiful and the characters were so refreshing. Thank you for this book!! I want them all!

I was given an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an independent review.
This is the fourth book in the series that I have read so I had high expectations which unfortunately weren’t fulfilled.
I am not sure why this book was labelled as romance. It was more a family saga and the relationships between the characters. But I didn’t warm to Phil’s character at all. He was wish washy, constantly changing his mind and I found this so annoying.
Disappointed and had hoped for more. 3 stars

I really wanted to love this book but some things didn't add up for me. Like Phil being called a hippy in the beginning of the book but I don't think he is, his mom yes, him no. There was a lot of complaining about how rigid he was, how conservative, not a hippy. Another thing that bothered me was Phil himself and how he handled everything. I felt he was very unfair to mallory, and I am glad Mallory held him accountable, however it seemed too easy to get back together. There were some big issues there I felt that Phil didn't heal from or possible learn from. I really liked Mallory's character and how she stood up for herself and told Phil what he needed to hear, however the relationship progressed too rapid, thus the reason for the avalanche.

I received an advance reader copy in exchange for a fair review.

This book is one of those ones that's hard to review. It's a middle of the road book, neither exceptional nor terrible. The characters are okay, and the love story equally fine. I got the feeling the author wanted to create a heartwarming love story, so constructed this story around the premise of a single dad with a Down's Syndrome kid. I think if you like a story about single dad's, you should give this one a go.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book was so good. It hit so many emotions. Jessica was such a sweetheart and her dad was so protective of her. Mallory loved Jessica and was starting to love Phil. I was not happy with Phil for a pretty good section of the book, but I understood what he was going through. Kara and Harry are such good people and I liked Annie and Marcus too. All and all, I really enjoyed the book.

**I voluntarily read an early copy of this title courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review**

Jessica's Wish is a great story about realizing that while love can be difficult at times, it is also the thing that can mean the most in life.

Jessica is the eleven year old daughter of Phil Martinson-Canton. She has Down syndrome and has lived her entire life without her mother, as she chose to walk away from Phil and her daughter when she was a tiny baby. Until now, Jessica hasn't seemed to be phased by not having a mother in her life, but she's gotten to an age where she does understand and she really wants a mother of her own. And, she's not afraid to make that known! Phil has always wanted to do what is best for his daughter, but while finding her a mother figure might be what is best, he's not sure he's willing to open them both up to going through the kind of hurt they could should another woman choose to come into their life and then leave.

Mallory O'Connell has been living in California for the past several years, but she's now returned to her hometown to help take care of her mother following a debilitating accident. When Mallory meets Jessica, the two hit it off immediately. They have drawing and painting in common and Mallory introduces Jess to the world of comics. Mallory also thinks Phil is pretty great, err hot, as well.

As Mallory and Phil grow closer, insecurities and fears from the past begin to rear their ugly head. Will these two be able to move past the hurt they both carry from earlier on in their lives to make a go of it or are they destined to let something that could be amazing pass them by?

Another great book by Marci Bolden and one that I think many will enjoy!

Did not realise that this was one of a series, but it was easy to read as a standalone. I enjoyed the story and the characters seemed real, pleased it had a happy ending.