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Wish
What would you wish for if you knew you would get it?
In the magical lands of the Seven Cs, anyone who find a piece of WishStone will have their wishes granted. Some wish for power, some for money and some for magic, but not all wishes end well.
In the magical lands of the Seven Cs, anyone who find a piece of WishStone will have their wishes granted. Some wish for power, some for money and some for magic, but not all wishes end well.
324 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 1, 2012
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C.H. Aalberry
10 books17 followersC. H. Aalberry lives by the ocean and spends his life in a state of creative misadventure.Even his imaginary dog thinks he's pretty weird. Send him and email and he will send you a free book.
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Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews
February 28, 2018
It was a cute story about friendship, and I enjoyed it. The thing that drove me nuts were the saying common nowadays that didn't feel as if they fit in the story (such as "uhoh Pinnochio"). Each time I read one, it dragged me back out of the book. But the story itself was enjoyable. The characters weren't super original but I think it's a good story for younger kids (I cannot recall a single swear word, or anything really bloody or inappropriate for kids 10 and up).
January 9, 2014
Wish by C. H. Aalberry, the last novel I read in 2013, is very fast paced and action-packed- Aalberry doesn’t hold back when he immediately launches the reader into the world in which the novel is set.
Initially readers are first introduced to two very different, but equally interesting characters. Aalberry writes with a unique compassionate edge that leaves readers wanting to know more about even the most arrogant characters.
A plot of self-discovery is a staple one of the fantasy genre and Wish is no different in that respect. But the characters, their carefully crafted traits and slowly revealed backgrounds are unique and carry this plot well.
There are elements of JK Rowling’s Harry Potter and Terry Pratchett’s Discworld, and C. S. Lewis’ The Chronicles of Narnia; it has a clear story line with easily likeable characters. Any aged reader who is a fan of all the above should enjoy this fantasy-adventure.
I did come across the occasionally spelling that seemed out of place. I find this is often the case with fantasy novels- authors feel that a differentiated spelling keeps the reader grounded in the fantasy. Whilst this may well be true, especially for works such as The Lord of the Rings, but in my experience (for the most part) words that require the reader to reach out to their common sense to deduce their meaning; will always take the reader further out of the novel- rather than pulling them farther in.
Otherwise Wish is consistently written, concise where appropriate and offers detail in equal measure of humour and sincerity. There are some delightful instances of personification. I found it really lifted the tone of the novel, keeping it interesting and intense but also retaining some lightness in its tones- reminding the reader that this is an adventurous fantasy tale.
The more I read the more I wanted to know about our main character Dak and his companions. Aalberry has a wonderful knack for bringing characters to life- making them more appealing and enjoyable. Often novels with a lot of side-line characters have too many to do them all justice, so they get forgotten or lost in the plot, suddenly disappearing. But in Wish, although the reader meets new characters in each plot twist and indeed each chapter, throughout the novel I felt that Aalberry did his best to do each character justice. Each one had a back story of sorts, each had a part to play in either Dak’s or Aventur’s story, because of this care and attention to detail I never felt that any character had been forgotten.
Wish has plot twists in every chapter, absolutely brimming with action, magic and adventure. It’s well-written, uncomplicated, easy to read and enjoyable because of all that.
© Gemma Feltham 9th January 2014
Initially readers are first introduced to two very different, but equally interesting characters. Aalberry writes with a unique compassionate edge that leaves readers wanting to know more about even the most arrogant characters.
A plot of self-discovery is a staple one of the fantasy genre and Wish is no different in that respect. But the characters, their carefully crafted traits and slowly revealed backgrounds are unique and carry this plot well.
There are elements of JK Rowling’s Harry Potter and Terry Pratchett’s Discworld, and C. S. Lewis’ The Chronicles of Narnia; it has a clear story line with easily likeable characters. Any aged reader who is a fan of all the above should enjoy this fantasy-adventure.
I did come across the occasionally spelling that seemed out of place. I find this is often the case with fantasy novels- authors feel that a differentiated spelling keeps the reader grounded in the fantasy. Whilst this may well be true, especially for works such as The Lord of the Rings, but in my experience (for the most part) words that require the reader to reach out to their common sense to deduce their meaning; will always take the reader further out of the novel- rather than pulling them farther in.
Otherwise Wish is consistently written, concise where appropriate and offers detail in equal measure of humour and sincerity. There are some delightful instances of personification. I found it really lifted the tone of the novel, keeping it interesting and intense but also retaining some lightness in its tones- reminding the reader that this is an adventurous fantasy tale.
The more I read the more I wanted to know about our main character Dak and his companions. Aalberry has a wonderful knack for bringing characters to life- making them more appealing and enjoyable. Often novels with a lot of side-line characters have too many to do them all justice, so they get forgotten or lost in the plot, suddenly disappearing. But in Wish, although the reader meets new characters in each plot twist and indeed each chapter, throughout the novel I felt that Aalberry did his best to do each character justice. Each one had a back story of sorts, each had a part to play in either Dak’s or Aventur’s story, because of this care and attention to detail I never felt that any character had been forgotten.
Wish has plot twists in every chapter, absolutely brimming with action, magic and adventure. It’s well-written, uncomplicated, easy to read and enjoyable because of all that.
© Gemma Feltham 9th January 2014
August 4, 2013
I was so pleasantly surprised by this book. I have been having a bad run for a few days and wasn't expecting to find something good anytime soon. I can't really bring myself to write a synopsis because so many things happened, and it would never give this book justice.
Reading this book was like watching Young Frankenstein, and an epic fantasy mixed together. You won't be able to guess at anything that is going to happen, and will be surprised at just about everything that happens. Add in a few well placed jokes and BAM! You got something great going on. The story is from a few different point of views, I think at least everyone had their thoughts put out there for us, and it was so seamlessly done that it doesn't get confusing.
All the characters are amazing, and I loved the dogs name. . .I just kept wondering what it would be next. Adventur was by far my favorite, with Dak coming up in a close second.
Reading this book was like getting my favorite snack handed to me, I just couldn't consume it fast enough. I had to force myself to put it down so I could get things done around the house.
Would I recommend this book? Yes, it is an amazing read.
http://zephyrbookreviews.blogspot.com/
Reading this book was like watching Young Frankenstein, and an epic fantasy mixed together. You won't be able to guess at anything that is going to happen, and will be surprised at just about everything that happens. Add in a few well placed jokes and BAM! You got something great going on. The story is from a few different point of views, I think at least everyone had their thoughts put out there for us, and it was so seamlessly done that it doesn't get confusing.
All the characters are amazing, and I loved the dogs name. . .I just kept wondering what it would be next. Adventur was by far my favorite, with Dak coming up in a close second.
Reading this book was like getting my favorite snack handed to me, I just couldn't consume it fast enough. I had to force myself to put it down so I could get things done around the house.
Would I recommend this book? Yes, it is an amazing read.
http://zephyrbookreviews.blogspot.com/
March 25, 2013
"Wish" is a funny, clever story with wonderful, heartfelt characters. Aalberry does a terrific job of bringing these characters, and the fantasy world they inhabit, into reality. The story, although it is mostly a straight-line adventure, has a complexity that adds depth and interest. In a couple of spots, the story got rather hard to sort out, but for the most part, it flows along and reaches a satisfying conclusion.
The world of the Seven C's is full of fresh and interesting things--from the walrus surfers to the Grav-Gren, to the menacing Frost Drake, and other quirky characters too numerous to mention, Aalberry really knows how to make a fantasy world come alive. But the main draw is the main characters, their sometimes silliness (especially the very egotistical but likeable Aventur), their heartfelt relation with each other and their determination to find meaning and a sense of belonging in their world. They unite as strangers but bond as family. And in doing so, they not only discover their own self-worth, they find strength in their differences and friendship in the most unlikely places.
The world of the Seven C's is full of fresh and interesting things--from the walrus surfers to the Grav-Gren, to the menacing Frost Drake, and other quirky characters too numerous to mention, Aalberry really knows how to make a fantasy world come alive. But the main draw is the main characters, their sometimes silliness (especially the very egotistical but likeable Aventur), their heartfelt relation with each other and their determination to find meaning and a sense of belonging in their world. They unite as strangers but bond as family. And in doing so, they not only discover their own self-worth, they find strength in their differences and friendship in the most unlikely places.
July 10, 2014
Good book
I enjoyed this story once I got into it. I thought at first that it was a little juvenile, though perhaps it was meant to be. ( I admit though, that I like children's literature, if it's a good story.) I don't read a lot of fantasy any more, but this held my interest and the conclusions drawn at the end were thoughts good to ponder. This would be a good book for both kids and adults, and to read to children.
I enjoyed this story once I got into it. I thought at first that it was a little juvenile, though perhaps it was meant to be. ( I admit though, that I like children's literature, if it's a good story.) I don't read a lot of fantasy any more, but this held my interest and the conclusions drawn at the end were thoughts good to ponder. This would be a good book for both kids and adults, and to read to children.
February 7, 2016
This is a rollicking good, epic, adventure book. There is a group of mismatched adventurers trying to discover the secret of the WishStones they each have. They are travelling to the tower of the Necromancer for answers. They have many adventures along the way and, as they travel, their numbers grow. Will they find what they want? And, if they do, what will they do with their new knowledge?
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