Helpful Score: 6
Twenty Wishes is by far the best of the Blossom Street books. Actually, I loved the 1st, so read the 2nd and the 3rd because I have a problem not walking away from a series, but after the 3rd, I wasn't sure if I'd read anymore (not that it was bad, it just wasn't great and I have a ton of books to read). I am so glad I hung in there and read the 4th. While the ending was predictable, I'm not opposed to predictable as long as it's well written and engaging, and this was both. I also like that Macomber mentioned and used previous characters, but that this book focused on new characters and only used the old to support the new. It's refreshing that the same craziness doesn't occur in the same people's lives again and again (unless it's directly related to their job, people don't typically live soap opera lives). So, yay, I'm looking forward to any additional Blossom Street books and even if there is some ridiculous drama, I have hope that she'll still have some great ones!
Helpful Score: 4
Excellent, fast reading story! A group of friends comes up with the idea to make a list of 20 wishes to help them move on in their lives. Things start to change as they take the steps to make the wishes happen. I miss hearing of "the old gang" from Blossom Street. The story doesn't involve them, but there is mention of them. Definitely a feel good book. Leaves me considering making my own list of 20 wishes.
Helpful Score: 2
Debbie Macomber wrote some other books centering around a yarn shop, this book can stand alone, you dont need to read those to read this. This is about the book store owner. I love the bucket list of 20 wishes.
Helpful Score: 2
Nice and easy read. Light reading for easy days of summer.
Helpful Score: 1
I can never wait for the Blossom Street books to hit the bookstore. I was so glad to get this one through Paperback. You will love it!
Helpful Score: 1
This was a well written page-turner. The concept of Twenty Wishes started me thinking about some things that I would like to personally accomplish. It was fun to what the character development and to become a part of their stories.
Helpful Score: 1
I haven't read the other books in this series, but this book was a good novel on its own. There were a few characters mentioned in passing whom I assume were in the other books in the series, but it didn't detract from the main story. An enjoyable read about making wishes come true.
Helpful Score: 1
Enjoyed the book. It left me wanting for more, I hope she publishes a follow up, Cynthia M
Helpful Score: 1
Book #4 in the Blossom Street series. Love the characters in this series. This one is about the woman who runs the bookstore on Blossom Street and the wish list she makes that ends up changing her life.
I loved this book. It still involved, a little, some of the characters in A Good Yarn. And it is very appropriate for book lovers as it is about a book store, which I would love to own or work in. The detail is awesome. It's a very good read.
This was a surprisingly good book. Years ago, I used to read everything by Debbie Macomber and stopped though I can't remember why. I think it's when I discovered paranormal romance and Debbie's writing no longer appealed. I needed to read something by her for an author of the month challenge so when I saw this audiobook, I jumped on it. It reminded me why I enjoyed her stuff in the past. This is part of the Blossom Street series and though definitely chick-lit, it was very much a tear-jerker.
Four local widows meet at Anne Marie's bookstore and they are all miserable and hating life since they were only widowed in the last year and haven't come to terms yet. They decide to write down twenty wishes each and make them happen. Now these ladies are well off and any wish is certainly not out of the realm of possibility. I enjoyed meeting Lily, Barbie, Elise and Anne Marie. I liked the individual stories of each lady and the fulfillment of their wishes.
But Ellen was my favorite and the reason for the tear-jerker part of this book. 8 year old Ellen was despondent for various reasons I won't get into but the school felt she needed a "lunch buddy" (this is an older women who spends lunch with the child once a week, kind of as a mentor). Elise is a lunch buddy and talks Anne Marie into the program as well. Anne Marie is matched up with Ellen and the heart-breaking story really starts right there.
This story has elements of romance, cozy small town living, child protective services (and all that entails). Just a regular chick lit kind of book with real heart and depth. If you haven't read Debbie Macomber before, or it's been years, this book (or even any book in the Blossom Street series) is a great place to get a story warm your heart and make everything seem A-OK again. Oh and make sure you have a tissue while reading, you'll surely need it. Truly wonderful.
Four local widows meet at Anne Marie's bookstore and they are all miserable and hating life since they were only widowed in the last year and haven't come to terms yet. They decide to write down twenty wishes each and make them happen. Now these ladies are well off and any wish is certainly not out of the realm of possibility. I enjoyed meeting Lily, Barbie, Elise and Anne Marie. I liked the individual stories of each lady and the fulfillment of their wishes.
But Ellen was my favorite and the reason for the tear-jerker part of this book. 8 year old Ellen was despondent for various reasons I won't get into but the school felt she needed a "lunch buddy" (this is an older women who spends lunch with the child once a week, kind of as a mentor). Elise is a lunch buddy and talks Anne Marie into the program as well. Anne Marie is matched up with Ellen and the heart-breaking story really starts right there.
This story has elements of romance, cozy small town living, child protective services (and all that entails). Just a regular chick lit kind of book with real heart and depth. If you haven't read Debbie Macomber before, or it's been years, this book (or even any book in the Blossom Street series) is a great place to get a story warm your heart and make everything seem A-OK again. Oh and make sure you have a tissue while reading, you'll surely need it. Truly wonderful.
This was a good book and another quick read by Debbie Macomber. It did have a wonderful twist in which the characters each made a list of twenty wishes. It was interesting to see how some of the wishes were answered in unexpected ways. It has made me want to take some time and make my own list.
I highly recommend this book.
I highly recommend this book.
I really enjoyed this book and this author.
Anne Marie Roche wants to have some joy in her life. At the age of thirty-eight, she is living the sort of life that she never expected nor intended for herself - she's childless, a recent widow, and alone. She owns a successful bookstore on Seattle's Blossom Street, but despite her numerous accomplishments, there's still an inescapable feeling of emptiness...Anne Marie is terribly lonely and desperately unhappy.
On Valentine's Day, she and several other widows get together to celebrate...what exactly? Hope, new possibilities, the future? Maybe...But what would you want most in the world? The ladies each begin to write a list of twenty wishes for themselves, things they always wanted to do but never did.
Anne Marie's list starts with: 'Find one good thing about life'. This includes learning how to knit, doing something good for someone else, falling in love again. So, she begins to act on her wishes. When she volunteers at a local school, an eight-year-old girl named Ellen enters her life. Their relationship becomes far more involved and time-consuming than Anne Marie had originally intended. It also becomes far more important to her than she ever could have imagined.
As Ellen helps Anne Marie complete her list of twenty wishes, they both learn that wishes can come true - just not necessarily in the way you might expect.
I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I found it to be a true feel-good story; comforting and emotionally satisfying for me. Kind of like a warm and cozy bubble bath for the senses. I would give Twenty Wishes by Debbie Macomber an A+! She is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors.
On Valentine's Day, she and several other widows get together to celebrate...what exactly? Hope, new possibilities, the future? Maybe...But what would you want most in the world? The ladies each begin to write a list of twenty wishes for themselves, things they always wanted to do but never did.
Anne Marie's list starts with: 'Find one good thing about life'. This includes learning how to knit, doing something good for someone else, falling in love again. So, she begins to act on her wishes. When she volunteers at a local school, an eight-year-old girl named Ellen enters her life. Their relationship becomes far more involved and time-consuming than Anne Marie had originally intended. It also becomes far more important to her than she ever could have imagined.
As Ellen helps Anne Marie complete her list of twenty wishes, they both learn that wishes can come true - just not necessarily in the way you might expect.
I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I found it to be a true feel-good story; comforting and emotionally satisfying for me. Kind of like a warm and cozy bubble bath for the senses. I would give Twenty Wishes by Debbie Macomber an A+! She is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors.
A great read... makes you think what are your 20 wishes?
Im a big Debbie Macomber fan~ and always enjoy her books! This one is no exception.
I love the idea of putting your wishes down on paper!
I love the idea of putting your wishes down on paper!
Just finished it & as always, it was great being back with my friends on Blossom Street and I want to go back again!
Although we see all the characters from the past Blossom Street books, it seems this one puts the most emphasis on Anne Marie.
Enjoy!
Although we see all the characters from the past Blossom Street books, it seems this one puts the most emphasis on Anne Marie.
Enjoy!
I have read many of Macomber's books and this latest one will not dissappoint you. As always her writing style is quick, easy and goes along very smoothly.
You are immediately drawn to the 4 widows and each one has her own story to tell. I found myself rooting for each one as they make their list of 20 wishes to do before they die.
You are immediately drawn to the 4 widows and each one has her own story to tell. I found myself rooting for each one as they make their list of 20 wishes to do before they die.
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I am a fan of Debbie Macomber. I am trying to read all of her book and this one I really could identify with. It is about 4 women who have lost their husbands and have to reinvent their lives. It is an inspiring book. If you need a change you must read this book. I am now making my own twenty wishes and trying to do them. Kathy
excellent, could not put down until done.
I thorougly enjoyed this book. I liked meeting up with characters I got to know from other DEbbie Macomber books and meeting new characters in this one and seeing how they all come into contact with each other, just as people do in real life. After all the disasters in the real world it is good to escape into a world where people have problems and actually do something to help themselves solve the problems instead of moaning "Whoa is me! Poor me!!" and do nothing as a lot of people do in real life. Do you want to change your life for the better? Then do something to help yourself like the women in this book. They each have different problems and worries but individually and as a group they get thru them and become better for it. Read it. You'll love it. I am starting my own 20 wishes list. I suggest you do the same. Have a great life!
I really like Macombers "Blossom Street" books. And this one falls in line with the previous ones -- a good read. This book has me making my own "20 wishes".
Debbie takes you away and lets you dream and see life in a new way
It made me want to make a list of my own
It made me want to make a list of my own
such a sad beginning...leading into a get together of the girl's to celebrate Valentine's Day...on which they all decide to make a bucket list of their wishes...some crying...some deep thinking...drinking, laughing, sharing stories...and then into the meat of the plot...this one struck close to home on lots of levels...so well written I was part of the story!
nice continuation of the Blossom series. I enjoyed it.
Sweet and poignant book of real women with real problems who become real friends!! A must read!!
good book
great book love this author
