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Customer Rating:

Summary: Breezy summer read
Comment: I enjoyed this book, however it wasn't one of my favorites by Debbie Macomber. I enjoy the positive
endings to all of her books, they give you a cozy feel. I feel like I have walked the streets of
Seattle (even though I've never been). Her descriptions give you plenty to go on as far as setting
is concerned. I gave this one a 3 because as much as I like Debbie's writing, this book was a bit
too breezy for me. I like a little bit of grit and this book just didn't have it. Its worth
reading, its just not the page turner I'm used to from Debbie Macomber.

Customer Rating:

Summary: Such a wonderful 5-star read
Comment: There are a few things that I know when I settle into my favorite chair to read one of Debbie
Macomber's books: sleep is overrated, popcorn is considered a dinner delicacy in some circles and
finally, I know this book's gonna be great!

With Twenty Wishes - A Blossom Street Book,
Macomber does it again, creating a heartwarming story about four widows: Anne Marie Roche, Elise
Beaumont, and the mother/daughter duo of Lillie Higgins and Barbie Foster. Together these four
choose to celebrate Valentine's Day embracing their friendship, and end up leaving with a new way to
look at life, with a list of twenty wishes.

As the women dance on packing bubbles, eat
chocolate and drink champagne, they begin tossing out ideas on what they could do to get out of the
slump they've all been feeling since the loss of their loved ones. Soon the idea of twenty wishes
takes flight, and for Anne Marie means, "Twenty dreams written down. Twenty possibilities that would
give her a reason to look toward the future instead of staying mired in her grief."
/>Finding one good thing about life tops the list for Anne Marie. So at the urging of Elise, Anne
Marie accepts an invitation to volunteer as a lunch buddy at a local elementary school and befriends
little eight-year-old Ellen. As the friendship blossoms, Anne Marie shares with Ellen the idea
behind her wish book and Ellen creates her own wish list. Soon they are venturing into uncharted
waters, daring to dream dreams and realizing that sometimes wishes do come true.

What I
love about Twenty Wishes is the hope-inspired feeling that resonates through each character. From
beginning to end, I am uplifted, encouraged and positively charged with the notion that life has so
much good to offer. I love how Macomber prompts us to believe that even if we've been through
horrible heartaches such as in losing a loved one, that we too can make a change in ourselves and in
the lives around us to create a new and brighter future with just one wish.

Armchair
Interviews says: Debbie Macomber does it again-with great style!

Customer Rating:

Summary: Delightful
Comment: I really, truly enjoy this series and this installment continues that tradition. It is very light
reading, but a lot of fun at the same time. I read the book in a 24-hour period and couldn't put it
down. The characters are people you find you care about and the story is good (plus this one
actually makes you think). The concept of 20 wishes is intriging and I assume that many, many
readers will adopt this concept and make it their own. It would be very interesting to know just
how many people pursue a wish as a result of reading this book.

If you enjoy the
Mitford series, Phil Gulley's books or the Miss Julia books and are looking for other authors to
try, this would be a good choice for you.

If you haven't read any of the books in this
series, I would recommend you start at the beginning because I think that would be most enjoyable.
However, you could pick this one up and read it independently of the others since it does stand
alone. I would also recommend "Suzanna's Garden" even though it isn't considered one of this
series, I view it as one of them.

Relax, get on your porch swing or hammock and settle
in for a pleasant read !

Customer Rating:

Summary: Wonderful
Comment: I have all of Debbie Macombers Books and love the ladies. The twenty wishes is very good makes you
want to make a list. This book is for all ages but especially creative folks.What she is doing is
making you think about your life and that is a good way to start.The knitting series was the first
books I got started with. So give this book a read well worth it. Bonnie from Waynesville North
Carolina

Customer Rating:

Summary: If you're wishing for a good read, try this
Comment: Anne Marie Roche has invited 3 other widows to join her for a special Valentine's Day party. The
women offer one another support and they come up with an idea which will focus their attention on
possibilities for their future rather than on losses of the past. They each begin a list of 20
wishes which they feel would put fun, excitement, and fulfillment into their empty lives. Although
each of them has something that they are seeking, they are all surprised by how their wishes turn
out. Before long, the endings to each woman's story become pretty predictable, but getting there
will be fun and enjoyable for readers.

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