The Wish Stealers - by Tracy Trivas (Paperback)

About the Book

When a sinister old woman leaves Griffin Penshine a box of 12 shiny pennies, she sets in motion a desperate quest--because the old woman is a wish stealer, and each penny represents a wish she stole from a wishing fountain decades earlier.

Book Synopsis

Griffin Penshine is always making wishes. But when an eccentric old woman named Mariah gives Griffin a box of shiny pennies, it sets in motion a desperate quest. The old woman was a wish stealer, who stole each penny from a wishing fountain decades earlier. Somehow, Griffin has to redeem the lost wishes, or the opposite of her own wishes will come true--and it could literally be a matter of life or death. Griffin's mission to right Mariah's awful wrongs allows her to meet some extraordinary people, and to do good beyond her wildest imagination. But can she do enough to reverse the curse in time to save the people she loves the most?

Review Quotes

"The best thing about The Wish Stealers is the originality of its plot. Griffin's dilemma is unique; readers will enjoy reading about her attempts to return the wishes while trying to navigate the trials of middle school. There is also a short inspirational quote at the end of every chapter--a nice touch."

- "Sacramento Book Review/San Francisco Book Review, "May 1, 2010

"Trivas composes a nifty little tale, in which the magic of wishes and curses believably coexists with the dramas of middle school. The supernatural elements are certainly entertaining, but the real star of the story is the charmingly eccentric Griffin and her ability to navigate the perils of the sixth grade's social ladder while dealing with an unlucky enchantment."

- "BULLETIN, "March 2010