Linsey Lanier
Sally Kilpatrick
Sia Huff
Romily Bernard
Darcy Crowder
Marilyn Baron
Tami Brothers
Sandra Elzie
Carol Burnside
Debbie Kaufman
Maxine Davis
Tammy Schubert
Susan Carlisle
Pam Asberry
Lindy Chaffin StartThe Wish List by Gabi Stevens
A review by Nicki Salcedo
If you were a Rare One and could listen to the world you might hear this:
I wish I were a real princess.
I wish I had a puppy.
I wish he liked—
I wish—
I wish—
For Kristin Montgomery the ability to hear people’s wishes is just the beginning of her developing powers. She’s a CPA with three aunts who suddenly reveal that they are fairy godmothers and Kristin is too. What do you need to be a fairy godmother? A magic wand, some reluctance, and a guide in the form of Tennyson Ritter. He’s a scholarly, brooding, magical arbiter. Sound great doesn’t it?
Well, there’s the bad guy and the rules. Lots of rules. Never use your magic in anger. Not all wishes should be granted. Simple Magic is often the best magic. Magic isn’t always the answer. Kristin’s life is soon cluttered of danger and responsibility. She also has two men looking out for her. You know which one she should choose, so don’t expect too much deliberation. But I like a heroine with dating options and good friends. Kristin’s world is filled with interesting Groundlings (That’s regular people) and Arcani (They’ve got the magic).
I like to classify books by their Trauma Factor. These are stories where the main characters go through so much drama and peril it leaves you weeping. I love a book with a high Trauma Factor, but at times I like to read something light. The Wish List is a sweet, fast read. Great for a day when you don’t want your leisure reading to weigh or worry you down. The Wish List is a nice blend of paranormal, comedy, and romance. You will likely fall in love with Tennyson long before the heroine does.
My only concern was the sense that the author was holding something back. Even though the story is light, Ms. Stevens has flare for language and talent for describing dark worlds and heroes. I think she wants to give us something more. With rest of the trilogy already in the works, (Spellbound in April 2011 and Toil & Trouble in March 2012) I hope we’ll get the rest of the magic in the next two books.
Ever had a wish that came true? Do you have a wish that you’ve had for a long time? Ever wished for something and now you’re glad didn’t come true?
For more on Gabi Stevens check out her interview with Petit Fours and Hot Tamales.
The Wish List (Time of Transition Trilogy) by Gabi Stevens
Available now, TOR, Paranormal Romance, ISBN-10: 0765365030
3 Petit Fours, 2 Hot Tamales
Tags: book review, Book Reviews, Gabi Stevens, Nicki Salcedo, paranormal romance, The Wish List
About the author
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Nicki Salcedo | http://www.8headedhydra.com Nicki Salcedo is a hot tamale. She isn’t curious, but the world is and this is why she writes. She is someone’s friend, daughter, sister, aunt, mother, and wife. She writes upmarket fiction that focuses about how you become one of the nouns on that previous list. The short answer is with some laughter, some fits of rage, and some moments of pause. She prefers laughter in real life, but her writing is all about the moments of pause. Nicki received the Maggie Award of Excellence in the Unpublished Single Title Category for her manuscript, Pine.
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May 10th, 2010 at 7:35 am
I adore this premise and could use a book that doesn’t have a high trauma factor. I already wanted to read the book after Gabi Stevens’ post, but now I’m sold.
Thanks, Nicki!
May 10th, 2010 at 7:58 am
Off to meet the Cookbook team, so this will be short. This book sounds perfect for a Sunday afternoon by the pool or during soak in the bathtub w/ bubbles.
Sandy
May 10th, 2010 at 8:33 am
This sounds like a great book. I can’t wait to read it. Great review!
Marilyn
May 10th, 2010 at 9:03 am
I loved Gabi Steven’s post last wednesday. I think your review is just as good.
Can’t wait to pick it up! It sounds so fun.
Have a great productive day,
Tamara
May 10th, 2010 at 9:26 am
What an adorable story premise. I sort of look at “no trauma” stories as a balm for the soul. We deserve a break from all the stress and thank goodness for someone who makes us smile.
May 10th, 2010 at 4:49 pm
Sounds like a great book. Look forward to reading it.
May 10th, 2010 at 6:18 pm
There are no words for me to express how much I adore Gabi Stevens. I love her. Her website has wonderful resources for writers and teasers on her upcoming books for fans.
May 10th, 2010 at 6:21 pm
Sally, because of the humor in this book I think you’d really like it. It reminds me of something you were working on that had a cute, subtle humor.
Sandy, yeah bath books! Thanks for working on the cookbook.
Susan, Marilyn, Tamara: Thanks for stopping by.
Dianna, I love high trauma books. I love to be left weeping (it is really hard and I think only two books have ever made me cry). My life is so silly, I need the drama!
May 10th, 2010 at 9:25 pm
I’m not much of a paranormal reader, but this book sounds like one I’d love. I’m not much for high trauma (The Notebook…sobbed on a Delta flight all the way from LA to Atlanta…not pretty.) Thanks for bringing this new author to our attention!
May 11th, 2010 at 9:32 am
I really need a light read right now. I’m headed to the store this afternoon (with my great B&N gift card I got from a fabulous friend for graduation!!!) and plan to grab this one.
Gabi hooked me with her post last week, but you really sealed the deal with this great review.
Thanks!!!
Tami