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Emma & Kennedy both need help. If only their dead-beat dad had left them some money, right? If only their problems weren't deeper than that. Including a puzzling riddle - and each other.

It's Halloween season in Ghost, California, and that means magical shenanigans. This book managed to be fun & lighthearted, dark and spooky, with romance and coming-of-age lessons as well.

Perfect autumn read.

"Can we undo something that has been set into motion by a universal diviner? It's already out there in the cosmos, like fairy dust in the wind. No way to stop it now."

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An enjoyable story about half-sisters who connected after their father's death.

Emma and Kennedy knew about each other but had never met. Their gambler father was missing from both their lives as they grew up and they both had preconceptions of each other. But then their father died and left them a trailer park jointly. They each though there was more money, as their father was a prolific gambler, who had won and lost millions and ended up in jail, but it seems this is the only thing he had left to give his daughters that the government hadn't seized.

Emma (an advice columnist) and Kennedy (a casino host) were such complete opposites that they took a while to get to know each other. Emma was very gentle and always found the good in people, whereas Kennedy was a lot harder and didn't trust many people.

The parts I didn't like were the fact the Emma was a complete pushover with her partner of many years, who didn't want her to move in with him and was always demeaning her. And Kennedy ended up hiding out at the trailer park from a high roller who she owed thousands to all because her Mum, who worked in the accounts department of the casino, had actually stolen the money the high roller said was missing and gone on holiday with her current partner, but Kennedy took the blame. I found both these parts of the story extremely irritating!

But the characters around the trailer park were very funny, along with a couple of romantic interests for both Emma and Kennedy, and the clairvoyant Madam Misty was very intriguing, especially as Kennedy felt there was some money hidden somewhere to help them all out of their predicaments.

An enjoyable story with a lovely ending.

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Emotional, romantic, cute. i liked it and it made me smile, moved and kept me reading
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

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I am a big fan of Stacy’s work and have read every book of hers. While this isn’t my favorite, her ability with character and dialog won me over. There is a plot device related to gambling which is usually a hard line no for me. However it didn’t affect my enjoyment of the rest of the story. One character has a mother who is the kind that makes people go no contact. Her irresponsibility is a weak point in the narrative. I do love the sisters and the scenes set in a trailer park. Having that life seen in a positive spin is unusual. Overall, glad I read it. .

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This book was so captivating. Thank you so much NetGalley for the opportunity to read this before it's published. I loved the story and the characters so much, I was really invested in their stories. I hope there's more to this story!

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I loved this book. Your Every Wish is the kind of cozy, comforting read that sneaks up on you with its heart—and a little bit of magic too.

The story follows Kennedy and Emma, two women who basically have nothing in common—except for one surprising thing that suddenly ties their lives together. Watching them go from total strangers to something like real sisters was honestly one of the best parts of the book. They’re so different (and sometimes hilariously awkward with each other), but that slow-building bond felt super real.

And then there’s the town of Ghost. What a weird, wonderful little place. It’s quirky in all the best ways, with that small-town charm and just a hint of magic around the edges. You know the kind of place where people know your name, your business, and somehow your destiny?

More than anything, this book is about figuring out what really matters… It’s a reminder that life doesn’t have to look perfect…. It’s about finding your people, getting a second chance when you least expect it, and learning how to make something good out of what you didn’t see coming

If you’re into heartfelt stories with just a sprinkle of whimsy, Your Every Wish is a great pick. It’s sweet, funny, and just a little bit magical.
A warm hug in book form—bring snacks and a blanket. 📚🍪

Thanks to NetGalley & Kensington Publishing for the eARC!

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Goodness me, this was such a good book. Highly entertaining. Would definitely recommend to others, that's for sure!

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A wonderful read!
This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

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A very sweet & whimsical story with ties to identity, true need instead of mere want, and familial ties with sisterhood at the forefront.

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This was such an interesting read. I loved seeing that the sisters who didn't know each other turn into sisters. I can't imagine having a parent walk away and then gift you an inheritance. Then to find out that the inheritance is a trailer park, oh my gosh my mind would be so blown and just angry. The ending was great, and I would love to see more from the sisters. The whole time I was reading I was wondering what would happen with the different aspects throughout the book. The trailer park residences are very interesting, and they definitely make the book that much better. If you're looking for a good, interesting book that has some twists and mysteries this book is for you.

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I felt like Kennedy's character needed more growth. I kept waiting for when she talked to her mom and stopped enabling her but it never came. And I wanted more of a solid conclusion in the epilogue with her love interest Bent, it seemed like they were still dancing around each other at the end.

Kindly received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

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I loved this book! Your Every Wish is a cozy story with a touch of magic, and Stacy Finz does a great job mixing warmth and charm. Kennedy and Emma are total opposites, but watching them slowly bond while navigating the hilariously weird town of Ghost was super entertaining. I loved the unexpected friendships, the mystery of their father’s “hidden fortune,” and of course, the little spark of supernatural with Madam Misty. It’s funny and heartfelt, and is the perfect fall read!

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Stacy Finz has provided a little bit of a departure from her episodic stories set in Northern California in 'Your Every Wish'. While still set in California the story involves half-sisters who only meet when their father dies and leaves them an inheritance. At first for me the characters were not likeable, so it took awhile to get into the book. It redeemed itself by providing heartfelt insight into difficult familial and other relationship problems. Add to the story a whimsical 'Wish Giver' and it ends as a delightful read for Finz fans.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

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This book was wonderfully done! I could not get over the ending and how much I loved the main character in this story. It was a beautiful book.

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This whimsy read was a mix of growing up, connecting with family, and realizing life what is what you make it. The overall plot of the book was pretty heartwarming, and I felt proud of both characters by the end, however getting there was a bit of a test in patience.

Emma - advice columnist, sweetheart, and optimist. She's swimming in denial about her relationship with Dex. It's realistic that she can see the problems of others, and even knows what people should do, but can't see it for herself.

Kennedy - assertive. Despite her growing up with a negligent mother with no financial literacy, she's done pretty well for herself. That said, most of her actions (or lack thereof) were confusing to me. She runs around being quite domineering, bossy, and rude to everyone because of her own self-created problem. Yes, her mother stole the money, and yet she doesn't want her mom to get fired for it? That's absolutely ridiculous - what's to stop her from doing it again and again if you just enable her theft? In fact, that's how much of the book tracks - Kennedy just enables her mother over and over again. Super realistic and even more frustrating.

Despite my initial dislike of the MCs, the author does a fantastic job of creating a compelling story. Although I did find some aspects way too unrealistic, and others way too obvious, this was still an uplifting book.

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This was an entertaining book! I do think it needs a little bit of work in some areas. It had a bit too much going on at once and a lot was left unresolved, so that part was disappointing. But I did love the magical realism and the way the story went!!

Thank you to NetGalley, to the author, and to the publisher for this complimentary ARC in exchange for my honest review!!!

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A wonderful story about half sisters who didn’t have a relationship and when are forced to connect become really close, “Your Every Wish”, by Stacy Finz, combines the siblings’ bonding process with a mystery plot, some romance, secrets and lots of humor.
I loved the sisters, Emma and Kennedy. They’re so different yet share similarities. I loved watching resentment, wariness, jealousy, and wrong assumptions slowly crumble. They form strong bonds organically, and despite Kennedy’s strong (and sometimes funny) resistance.
I really liked each sister personality and enjoyed their love interests, although the romances are secondary (the story is more forcused on the sisters and on their father’s legacy).
I enjoyed the sense of commmunity and mutual help in the trailer parker, and its lively, quirky residents; Misty is a great character and assumes a motherly and protective role with the “girls”.
The sisters’ romantic partners are also interesting and have engaging backgrounds slowly revealed
The books is a very pleasant, enjoyable reading, and I often found myself laughing or smilling.

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I tried to get into this book and couldn’t connect with the characters. I’m sure it will be a good fit for others.

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Okay seriously this book was adorable. Light romance, suspense, emotional and humor. What more can you ask for in a book?! Highly recommend!

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