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This was a very different type of story than I thought. But not in a bad way. Very very light on the romance, this is more of an exciting mystery. Half sisters, Kennedy and Emma, are thrown together when their father dies and they inherit a rundown trailer park. Lots of crazy things happen in their search for their father’s supposed hidden money.
I liked the twists and turns and the ending was just as it should be. 5 stars!

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Such a nice and lovely story. Very whimsical and engaging.

Emma and Kennedy are half-sisters expecting their life to change when they meet for the first time at the reading of their late father’s will. Both of them are going through some personal life challenges. They inherit a trailer park and as they settle in Cedar Pines, we get to know very well the residents that it’s feels like we’re just right there with them. With the help of their new neighbors and a little magic they begin to uncover the mystery of the hidden fortune they suspect their father may have left behind for them to find, only it might not be an easy task.

I loved the story and how it unfolded. The characters backgrounds and motivations are well developed and you grow to really care about them and the choices they make. And I loved Misty, Liam and Ben 💕

If you’re looking for a cozy read with magical touches, whimsical vibes, family bounds, heartfelt storyline and in fall season, this book is the perfect pick.

Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for the eARC of this book ✨

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Omg I loved this book. Great story. Wonderful characters. And even a bit of magic. Half sisters Kennedy and Emma inherit a run down trailer park from their late father. While trying to figure out if they should sell it they also try and solve a puzzle their late father left them.

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I generally enjoy books by Stacy Finz, however this particular book seemed far fetched. I spent most of the time wishing Kennedy would stand up to her mother for the chaos she had caused, and the other half wanting to point out how naive Emma was being with Dex. But, the reason I gave it 3 stars was because I don’t enjoy fantasy/mystical plots. The characters that lived at trailer park were definitely memorable and unique - but you lost me when Misty started granting wishes

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I really enjoy Stacy Finz’s warm and whimsical writing style, and the small town of Ghost continues to be a cosy and quirky setting that adds to the comforting feel of her stories.

This book has much the same tone as Nothing Less Than Magic. I enjoyed Nothing Less a touch more, and while this story was still engaging, I found the ending a little rushed and would have liked more development in the romantic relationships. That said, I thoroughly enjoyed the soothing blend of magical realism and family bonds in this story. The mystery provided a fun thread that kept a steady pace combined with a mild undercurrent of tension, while the emotional connection between the sisters and the park residents gave the story real heart.

Finz captured the sisters’ relationship with their larger-than-life father beautifully, showing the impact he had on their lives even from afar. Overall, I’d recommend this as a fun, quaint, and immersive read.

Thank you to the publisher for the advance copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Emma and Kennedy, half-sisters who had known each other but hadn’t met until their father’s passing, inherit a run-down trailer park near the fictional town of Ghost in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California from their father, Willy Keil. Willy, a gambler who eventually became a white-collar criminal, deserted both daughters and left them the only thing the feds weren’t confiscating.

At the beginning of the story, Emma is portrayed as somewhat passive, allowing her obnoxious boyfriend, Dex, to mistreat her. However, she’s losing her apartment in San Francisco, so the trailer park becomes a welcome respite. Kennedy, on the other hand, lives in Las Vegas and works as a concierge at Caesars for their high rollers. When her mother, a former showgirl and current accounting employee at Caesars, absconds with $30,000 belonging to one of her clients, Kennedy is desperate.

This heartwarming tale follows the journey of two sisters as they learn to know and appreciate each other, ultimately becoming friends. A mystery is woven into the story: did Willy hide some of his money, and if so, where? I particularly admire how each sister evolves throughout the narrative. Emma transforms from a timid and people-pleasing individual into someone willing to fight for her own happiness. Kennedy, initially bitter, cynical, and unhappy about life, gradually opens her heart to others.

I thoroughly enjoyed the diverse cast of characters and eagerly anticipate the author’s return to the captivating world of Ghost. I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for my honest review.

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Kennedy and Emma learn their estranged father died and she hoping for a windfall from his estate.

What they find is the opposite of what thy expected. Forced to pool together to investigate their inheritance, they start to learn about themselves through each others eyes.

Emma, the advice columnist realizes she's been turning a blind eye to her life while Kennedy is trying to maintain appearances while her life is crumbling due to her mother's choices.

I enjoyed the adventure aspect with the mystery twists and finding what's right. Misty and the trailer park characters were a quirky addition.

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This was such a cute, heart warming read. I loved the silly characters and chuckled a few times.
Rounding up a 4.5 🥳

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Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington Publishing for the ARC of this book.

I wasn’t sure what to expect from this book because the description details so many different things. The story is about Kennedy and Emma who have nothing in common except that they share the same biological father who wasn’t in either of their lives. Whether or not he was a decent guy is up for debate. They both had ideas in their head of what the other sister was like and it wasn’t very positive. They are brought together when their father dies and he leaves them a run down trailer park instead of the riches they were hoping for. Kennedy believes there is money hidden somewhere and they go on the hunt for it with the help of one of the trailer park residents who has some magical qualities.

The trailer park characters were all very quirky and I loved their interactions. The setting was well described and I could picture each of their homes.

The sisters are very different than each other but both have relatable qualities. I related more with Kennedy than I did with Emma. Kennedy is fairly closed off and tougher to crack. I enjoyed seeing the sisters bond throughout the story. The storyline with each of their love interests was a great addition. I loved Liam’s character from start to finish.

This cute, cozy read with a touch of magic is perfect for fall. ✨🍂

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Be careful what you wish for

Great story about half sisters Kennedy and Emma who inherit a trailer park from their deceased gambler father. They have their own problems (Kennedy has a huge one looming over her shoulder) and they have the trailer park issues.

I enjoyed all the different quirky characters, the differences between the sisters, what happens when you get what you wish for, and the romantic interests.

I received this book from Kensington through NetGalley to read and write an unbiased review. This is that review.

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a comforting and warming book that completely brings you in to the lives your reading about. you cant help but be charmed by it and the residents you find here.
a book about two sisters who didn't have any sort of relationship until they were forced to be alongside each other and found it. found each other. found their sister.
there is a floating and magical vibe to this book. you feel lighter reading it and the humour and smiles its brings all adds the good vibes.
Emma and Kennedy are our sisters and they are really different but brilliant characters to get to know. you warm to them straight away.
but they do at first have wrong giving towards each other. it seems alot of times they haven't been fed correct info or assumed as siblings do something about the other that doesn't fit what the other is doing or feeling from their side! but gradually with more time and talking their energy's and bond starts to grow together.
the community around them in their inherited trailer park was an extra bonus for me. they are all those quirky type you just love to get to know in books such as these.
Misty is a wonderful addition to this book and to our two sisters tale. i love her interactions with the girls.

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whimsical and fun read. interesting vibes and great plotting, too. would recommend. 4 stars. tysm for the arc.

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This funny, entertaining and heartwarming book touched my heart and made believe that there just might a bit of magic in this world. Two half sisters, Emma and Kennedy, who really don’t know each other, inherit a trailer park from their father. Both had hoped for something more from the man who sired them, but was never a father to either of them . The two women couldn’t be more different, yet as they work together to solve a mystery surrounding their inheritance and get to know each other, they realize that maybe they can be friends and sisters. To their surprise, they actually like each despite their very different outlooks on life and their past experiences. The trailer park residents are rather entertaining, quirky and intriguing as they welcome Emma and Kennedy into their midst. Emma and Kennedy’s story has a few twists, a bit of suspense and even a bit of romance. All in all, their story is one of learning from the past, letting it go, and making lasting and meaningful connections.

I will happily recommend this engaging book. It is a real gem.

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A deadbeat dad leaves half sisters Emma and Kennedy in a bit of a financial bind. His inheritance to them isn't quite what they thought it would be - $2,000 and a run-down trailer park. While Emma wants to make lemonade out of lemons and spruce up the park, Kennedy is in serious financial (and criminal) jeopardy and wants to sell ASAP.
Enter Misty, a woman with the ability to hear their thoughts and see visions. Initially disregarding her as a crank, the sisters come to depend on Misty to uncover the secret inheritance that Kennedy is certain their father hid for them.

I love magical realism, and this novel had some great elements - a touch of the mystical, but it's not the crux of the whole story. The reader gets to see not only the relationship develop between the half-sisters who had never previously met, but also gets a glimpse into their issues and potential for growth. Along for the ride are the quirky characters that inhabit the trailer park and potential love interests - if the sisters can get over what's holding them back.

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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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