4⭐️ | 2🌶

What to expect:
~Magical Realism
~Love at first sight (for her)
~Wish come true
~Boss x Employee
~Opposites attract
~Slow burn

Review:
If you're a fan of magical realism, swoon-worthy romance, and a dash of comedic chaos, Wished by Sarah Ready is a perfect pick!

This fourth installment of the Ghosted series (which, yes, can totally be read as a stand-alone) introduces us to Anna Benoit, a hopeless romantic who’s been quietly crushing on Max Barone, the oblivious owner of the massive chateau she’s been cleaning for years.

Anna knows Max's favorite late-night snacks, TV shows, and even his taste in books, but there’s one tiny problem… he barely knows she exists. One day, while tidying up his home, she stumbles upon a necklace with a "wishing" message. Naturally, she makes a cheeky little wish to marry Max. No harm, right? Except, the next morning, she wakes up as Mrs. Barone, living her dream life... or so she thinks.

But here's the catch: Neither Anna nor Max remembers the last seven years of their supposed "marriage." This sets the stage for a hilarious and heartwarming journey as they try to piece together their unexpected life and Mr. & Mrs. The story is filled with confusion, laughter, and sweet moments as they both question what's real and what's simply a fantasy.

I shuffled between the ebook and audio. Narrator Amanda Ronconi brings Anna’s story to life with her impeccable voice work, capturing the emotional highs and lows with just the right amount of flair. Her narration keeps you hooked as Anna and Max navigate their topsy-turvy world. With only the prologue and epilogue narrated by Will Watt, Ronconi shines throughout the rest of the audiobook.

Packed with humor, heart, and just the right sprinkle of spice, Wished is an absolute delight for fans of magical realism and feel-good romance. If you’re looking for a charming, lighthearted story with a touch of whimsy, this audiobook will not disappoint!

This book had me smiling there is no denying that!
Captivating characters and a delightful, romantic storyline too... what a joy this book was!

This was such a good and fun read! I adore the idea behind it and the concept of the whole series. It's such a fun and sweet read. I did not liked Max at first, he was so rude! But with the time you fall for him.
Anna was such a sweet woman and I felt for her loneliness.

Wished is a beautifully crafted escape into romance and magical realism! Anna’s story—dreaming up a life with Max while cleaning his house—captures such a unique and whimsical perspective on love, as she pieces together who he is just from tidying his private spaces. Her fantasies add an enchanting charm, making it easy to get swept away with her as she builds a romantic vision around him.

Falling in love at first sight, only to have magic turn the tables and make that love a reality—what a fun twist on wish fulfillment. The enchanted necklace adds a delightful touch of magical realism, and it’s interesting that Anna wants to undo the wish so Max can choose her freely. That struggle between fate and free will is so compelling, especially in a romance.

It’s great to hear that Wished keeps readers guessing, with unexpected twists and engaging banter that brings the characters to life. As the fourth book in the Ghosted series, it sounds like Sarah Ready has really perfected her storytelling, balancing humor, romance, and magic to make this a truly enjoyable read. Thanks for the recommendation!

If Wished has the same allure as Fated from the Ghosted series, this seems like a perfect recommendation for anyone who loves romance wrapped in a bit of fantasy and magic.

Sarah Ready has done it again with Wished! I've been eagerly awaiting this release, and it delivered. As a fan of the Ghosted series, I can happily say this book is another delightful addition.

This story is both sweet and charming. It centres around Anna and Max, who know of a wish that altered their lives. I loved how both characters remember their marriage and the lives they might have led without the wish. This unique dynamic adds depth and makes their journey all the more captivating.

The story unfolds with all the expected ups and downs, leading to a bittersweet and heartwarming ending—a signature Sarah Ready touch that never disappoints. Her ability to create lovable characters and engaging plots shines through once again in this book.

If you're looking for a cute, quick read with an enchanting romance, Wished is the book for you! I look forward to seeing what Sarah Ready has for us next.

Thank you to NetGalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing, LLC, for gifting me the e-ARC of Wished in exchange for my honest review.

This book screams and shouts Hallmark Vibes throughout it all!! This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, as the cutesy, cheesiness of it all was exactly what I was looking for at that time. I could picture everything so clearly while I was reading it, just like it was a Hallmark Movie, which made it really easy to get into the story and characters. It wasn’t a really deep read that made me think, but it was a read/listen that I devoured and finished in one day.

The ending was really predictable, but one that was still enjoyable and lead to me overall enjoying this story. The length was actually perfect, without too much time being wasted just to prolong the story and build up the page count, which I am really thankful for.

I didn’t realise until after I had finished this book, that it is in fact the fourth book in the Ghosted series and to be honest, I didn’t notice or feel like I was missing out on anything. I may dive into another one of these books, especially if I am fancying something light and easy to read, with gives off those comfy vibes.

Even though I gave this an average rating, doesn’t mean that I didn’t enjoy it, because I did.

At this point all I can say is I adore all of Sarah's books and of course this is no exception.

This is a very cute and sweet book, I loved how both Anna and Max were in the know of the wish and how it impacted both their lives and that they also have their memories of the marriage but also the lives they should have without the wish.

The story unfolds with all the ups and downs but in the end as always Sarah makes a heart wrenching and sweet ending.

I love this series so much and all the characters, in it.

Wished is the 4th book in the interconnected standalone Ghosted series by Sarah Ready. I've read them all but have not loved them all as much as the first book. Anna and Max were adorable and I was rooting for them, but I feel like the ending was happened faster than I wanted it to. There was so much detail leading up to it and I wanted a little more.

Thank you so much NetGalley for with Arc in exchange for my honest review.

The premise of this book was intriguing and kept me entertained for the most part. I do think there wasn’t a lot of backstory to get me to care enough for either of the main characters. It felt very surface level for the most part.

I liked the whole “be careful what you wish for” plot of this book because you really didn’t know where it was going to go. Also the spice was there. I give it 2 🌶️ out of 5.

This is part of a series but I personally think it can be read as a standalone since I haven’t read 2 of them.

Thank you NetGalley and Swiss & Lewis Publishing for the ARC in exchange of an honest review.

Thankyou so much for accepting me to arc read this book. I previously read fated so when I saw Sarah had another book in the series, I had to apply for an arc. This book was amazing. I loved the magical realism and how it played out in the plot. This book was 5 ⭐️ for me !!

I'm a bit picky with the insta love trope because I don't connect properly but I did enjoyed this book I think the author really made an awesome job and I did a lot of fun reading it..
it was a poor-rich, she's a cleaner and he has money well it was fun but it also missed something so this is me being as honest as I can

This book was PHENOMENAL. Sarah Ready is now one of my favorite authors!! After reading Wished, I went to my library and placed holds on all Ready's other books because I enjoyed this one so much.

The best part of this book was the prose. It was gorgeous and lush with description. I felt like I was actually in Paris with Anna and Max. Also, the plot was so whimsical that I adored every minute, no matter how unrealistic some of the situations were. I think Ready has a genius idea with this series, making the impossible (ghosts, dreaming, genie wishes, switching bodies) the reality with her characters. I'm obsessed with this series!

So thankful to NetGalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing for giving me a digital copy of this book!

4.5 stars

I absolutely love this series. This book I think may be my new favorite in this series, at least a close second to the first book in this series, Ghosted.

Maximillian (Max) Barone doesn’t do love or relationships. Anna Benoit has been cleaning Max’s house for years.

One day Anna makes a wish that they were married. Thinking it silly and that nothing will come of it, she wakes in a different bed with people calling her Mrs. Barone, and that today is their 7 year anniversary.

Anna and Max are now stuck trying to figure out what is real and what isn’t. Will they be able to go back in time? Will either remember their time together?

Gah! This book had all the feels. From a gruff Max to one that was so enamored with his wife. Absolutely could not put this one down. You should grab this book immediately.

Thank you to Netgalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing for allowing me to read and review this book.

If you liked Irish wish on netflix, then add a billionare and this is it! It was such a light hearted rom com. A lonely billionare gets caught in a wish his maid made when she fell for him at first sight. The ending was really where it was at. I didnt know what i was getting into but this was really a great romance read!

In Wished, Sarah Ready presents a fun, whimsical tale of romance and magic with an intriguing “what if” scenario. When house cleaner Anna Benoit makes a wish to be married to Max Barone, the mysterious and charming chateau owner she’s secretly loved from afar, she wakes up to find her wish has come true—sort of. Now, she’s living as Max’s wife in an upside-down world where everyone believes they’ve been happily married for years. It’s a dream come true…or is it?

While Wished brings an imaginative premise with plenty of swoon-worthy moments, it doesn’t fully hit its stride. Anna’s romantic ideals and her journey through her dream-turned-reality are endearing, but at times the story feels light on depth. The magic-wish setup allows for charming scenes, yet the quick pace sometimes glosses over the relationship and character development, leaving readers craving a bit more depth and emotional connection.

As the fourth book in the Ghosted series, Wished is a cozy, magical read for fans of whimsical romance, perfect for a quick escape. However, it might leave those looking for a bit more substance and complexity wanting more. For its unique concept and lighthearted charm, Wished earns a solid three stars.

Thanks to Netgallery, publisher, and author for the ARC!

I haven't read another book by this author before. I enjoyed this one and will try the other ones in this series. I will say that the insta-love wasn't really done correctly and at time just felt off.

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3.5 ✰’s

The premise of this book was absolutely enchanting and the characters added such a whimsical element to it. I absolutely adored the charm that both the characters and the plot had within this book.

I haven’t read a book with magical realism in a bit but I loved the way that the author included it in this book. The writing had me intrigued from the beginning right to the last page.

However, while I did really enjoy this book there were some aspects that I didn’t love. First I didn’t love the beginning of this book. The whole situation with the necklace and Max had just made me feel icky and uneasy. Then I really didn’t like Max as a love interest for a bit. He did grow on me I just wasn’t obsessed.

The romance between our mc’s also was a little weird in some spots. I didn’t love the aspect of insta-love that was included. Then to how quickly the romance developed. I just felt that there could’ve been more depth and connection between the characters and there wasn’t. It could’ve added an emotional impact to the book.

Then my final complaint was that the ending felt kind of messy. The way in which the story is wrapped up just feels rushed and it just doesn’t flow well.

Besides these issues this was a very sweet and charming read. I loved the magical realism within this book. If you need a palette cleanser read I’d recommend this one 🤍.

Thank you to netgalley, Sarah Ready, and Swift & Lewis Publishing for providing me with an ARC. As always, all thoughts are my own and are in no way influenced by early access to this title.


Quotes I loved:

’That’s what it means to be a genie. You grant other people’s wishes. I never thought about the fact that genies don’t have their own wishes come true. I don’t know if genies even have wishes.’

“Maybe that’s what I’m doing wrong. I’m a petunia when I should’ve been an orchid. People notice orchids. They don’t notice petunias.”

‘“All these years, you were an essential part of my life, and I didn’t even know it. You were wrapped in every part of my day and I didn’t even know your name. It’s not funny at all.” He brushes a kiss across the top of my head and I relax against the solid wall of his chest. “All those years I thought I was alone, and all along, there you were, making sure I ate well, saving my books from neglect, leaving bookmarks and flowers and scents to make sure I had a good night’s sleep. I thought I was alone, but I never was. Not for a minute.” I bury my face against the leather of Max’s jacket, breathing in the soft scent, feeling the rise and fall of his chest. His hand tangles in my hair, scraping against the back of my neck. A warm thrumming hums through me like the awakening of the soil in spring. I feel as if I’m ready to bloom under the sunshine of Max’s words.’

‘The rivière necklace is twenty-six sapphires, broken and cut gemstones wound together in a river of light. I wonder, is that what people are like? Are the breaks what make us beautiful? Has all of this been worth it even though it’s going to break me?’

“Where we are seems inevitable. Like a diamond formed millions of years ago. It was always there, hiding in the earth. We just had to uncover it.”

“Wished,” he agrees. “You wished that we were married and in love, and I wished the same.”

Omg I absolutely adore this book so much!!!!😭💜 thankyou to netgalley, the author and the publisher for this wonderful arc inechange for an honest review! full review coming soon in my booksta: @fadhee.reads

*I received a free copy of this ARC from the publisher; the review is my own.*

Although I enjoyed this book, I didn't find it quite as good as the previous three. I can't quite figure out what it was that prevented me from liking it as much. Perhaps I didn't connect with the characters as much, or maybe it was the wish. Maybe I'll figure it out by the end of this review.

For the record, I don't have a problem with the insta-love trope. (I fell for my husband pretty quickly, and we've now been married 19 years.) But Anna's (25) feelings for Max (35, based on Fated) seemed more like infatuation and obsession than love. She believed she was in love after meeting him one time, then spent the next three years learning about him and his habits while she cleaned his house. She researched jewelry so that she would understand his career. She watched his crime dramas. She sprayed his sheets with chamomile and left homemade dinners in his refrigerator. And all the while, he had no idea who she was--they had exactly one interaction (not even a real conversation) prior to the start of the book. Then when she found the necklace and the note about wishes, she wished he would love her and they'd be married. Now that I have that written down, it even seems a little stalker-ish.

I think I just figured out why I didn't enjoy this book as much.

That's not to say Anna didn't have good qualities--she did. She was honest deep down, not just when others might see. And she had a good, kind heart. It's just that her "love" for Max was . . . off. It reminded me of fans who learn everything about their favorite celebrities and think they're in love, despite never meeting or truly knowing them.

The Max in this book felt different from the Max in Fated. I don't know if he was so reserved in the other book because he had convinced himself he didn't want a passionate love or if he was just written differently in this book; either way, it all felt a bit disconnected. He was a good man either way, but I never found myself enchanted by him. And even though the wishes were supposedly real, he just didn't seem like himself.

In the end, I did like how things turned out. Even though I found parts of their journey to be a bit odd, Max and Anna were a good fit. The bonus epilogue on Sarah Ready's website was a fun little follow-up, as well.

Note: I don't think there was any language. But this book had a lot more open-door sex than any of the others in the series.

A different story but one that I really enjoyed, the narration is incredible. I think it was a great closing to this book series.