Wish by Alexandra Bullen

Synopsis

For broken-hearted Olivia Larsen, nothing can change the fact that her twin sister, Violet, is gone... until a mysterious, beautiful gown arrives on her doorstep. The dress doesn't just look magical; it is magical. It has the power to grant her one wish, and the only thing Olivia wants is her sister back.

With Violet again by her side, both girls get a second chance at life. And as the sisters soon discover, they have two more dresses-and two more wishes left. But magic can't solve everything, and Olivia is forced to confront her ghosts to learn how to laugh, love, and live again.

In a breathtaking debut from Alexandra Bullen, WISH asks the question: If you could have anything, what would you wish for?

My very first review!!! Aaack! Nerves are failing me, but lets get on with it:

Wish tackles a very serious question every boy and girl wants to know. If I could wish for anything.... Well I'd probably wish for a new Mitsubishi Endeavor. They're so sexy.
The main character, Olivia, has had an awful experience and she's been offered a chance to do something about it. Once Violet's returned Olivia feels like she doesn't even need two other wishes. How could she when she has everything she wanted? For one, I can't believe how totally selfless Olivia is. At that age how can you be so pragmatic. Then (with some assistance) she becomes uber popular and forgets her own morals. Little bit fishy to me. Violet though is a character I could relate to, then again I guess everyone related to Violet. So much charisma! As in most YA books I was disappointed with the parents. Not sure why but it seems every author needs to have the parent turn their back on their children in order for the story to get going. You'd think they'd keep a closer eye on the only daughter they have left!

The plot was for the most part straightforward. Only two times was I really surprised. And no I won't tell you where! I'm not the kind of person who lets cats out of the bag. They should stay there!

I'd hoped Myles had some more action. The whole time I was like "Okay, how does Myles play into all this?"

Overall I give it 3 out of 5. I liked the book and the idea behind it. Main characters were interesting, but secondary all fell flat. For this book the only thing I'd wish for is some more meat.