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Wishful thinking

Ali Sparkes (2010)

SubgenreMiddle Grade Fantasy
Age groupMiddle Grade 8-12
Content ratingPG
Pages323 (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age9
Goodreads0.00/5 (0)

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentNone
LanguageNone

Trigger warnings

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Synopsis

It's just a regular trip for Kevin, and he comes back with just the regular sorts of things. Some local fudge, a scented candle for his mum ... and his own personal god. It's Abandinus, a little known Celtic deity, who has suddenly found a new purpose in his eternal life - sorting out Kevin's ... Ages 9+.

Is Wishful thinking appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 9 and up.

A lighthearted middle grade fantasy about a boy who acquires a Celtic god as a personal helper. Suitable for ages 9+ with no concerning content beyond mild magical peril.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.

Who'll love this

Kids will love the funny premise of having your own personal god to help sort out your life's problems.

Tags

Contemporary FantasyHumorMythologyBritish Fiction