About the book
Dreamer, Wisher, Liar is a heartwarming story about one girl's transformative summer full of friendship, secret magic, and family. Fans of Rebecca Stead will enjoy Charise Mericle Harper's funny and poignant novel.
When her best friend is moving away and her mom has arranged for some strange little girl to come and stay with them, Ash—who is petrified of change and new people—is expecting the worst summer of her life. Then seven-year-old Claire shows up. Armed with a love of thrift-store clothes and an altogether too-sunny disposition, Claire proceeds to turn Ash's carefully constructed life upside down.
While every part of Ash's life seems to be disrupted, she must protect a carefully hidden secret: She has discovered a magical jar in her basement. It's a wish jar, full of someone's old wishes—and it has the power to send her back in time and provide a window into another friendship between two girls. Discovering her own connection to the girls' story shows Ash that her life is full of surprises and friends she never saw coming.
One magical jar. Two summers intertwined. One girl discovering the truth.
- Coming of Age: As Ash faces her best friend moving away and the arrival of a too-cheerful seven-year-old, she must navigate a summer that challenges everything she thought she knew about herself.
- Time Travel Adventure: A mysterious wish jar in the basement doesn't grant wishes for the future—it unlocks the past, sending Ash back in time to witness the story of two other girls.
- Friendship and Found Family: From losing one friend to unexpectedly gaining another, this heartwarming story explores the different forms friendship can take.
- A Touch of Magic: When Ash discovers her own surprising connection to the past, she learns that magic can be found in the most unexpected places—and people.
Editions of Dreamer, Wisher, Liar
- EBook
- ISBN 9780062202918
Read an Excerpt
Dreamer, Wisher, Liar is a heartwarming story about one girl's transformative summer full of friendship, secret magic, and family. Fans of Rebecca Stead will enjoy Charise Mericle Harper's funny and poignant novel.
When her best friend is moving away and her mom has arranged for some strange little girl to come and stay with them, Ash—who is petrified of change and new people—is expecting the worst summer of her life. Then seven-year-old Claire shows up. Armed with a love of thrift-store clothes and an altogether too-sunny disposition, Claire proceeds to turn Ash's carefully constructed life upside down.
While every part of Ash's life seems to be disrupted, she must protect a carefully hidden secret: She has discovered a magical jar in her basement. It's a wish jar, full of someone's old wishes—and it has the power to send her back in time and provide a window into another friendship between two girls. Discovering her own connection to the girls' story shows Ash that her life is full of surprises and friends she never saw coming.
One magical jar. Two summers intertwined. One girl discovering the truth.
- Coming of Age: As Ash faces her best friend moving away and the arrival of a too-cheerful seven-year-old, she must navigate a summer that challenges everything she thought she knew about herself.
- Time Travel Adventure: A mysterious wish jar in the basement doesn't grant wishes for the future—it unlocks the past, sending Ash back in time to witness the story of two other girls.
- Friendship and Found Family: From losing one friend to unexpectedly gaining another, this heartwarming story explores the different forms friendship can take.
- A Touch of Magic: When Ash discovers her own surprising connection to the past, she learns that magic can be found in the most unexpected places—and people.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dreamer, Wisher, Liar about?
Dreamer, Wisher, Liar is a heartwarming story about one girl's transformative summer full of friendship, secret magic, and family. Fans of Rebecca Stead will enjoy Charise Mericle Harper's funny and poignant novel.
When her best friend is moving away and her mom has arranged for some strange little girl to come and stay with them, Ash—who is petrified of change and new people—is expecting the worst summer of her life. Then seven-year-old Claire shows up. Armed with a love of thrift-store clothes and an altogether too-sunny disposition, Claire proceeds to turn Ash's carefully constructed life upside down.
While every part of Ash's life seems to be disrupted, she must protect a carefully hidden secret: She has discovered a magical jar in her basement. It's a wish jar, full of someone's old wishes—and it has the power to send her back in time and provide a window into another friendship between two girls. Discovering her own connection to the girls' story shows Ash that her life is full of surprises and friends she never saw coming.
One magical jar. Two summers intertwined. One girl discovering the truth.
- Coming of Age: As Ash faces her best friend moving away and the arrival of a too-cheerful seven-year-old, she must navigate a summer that challenges everything she thought she knew about herself.
- Time Travel Adventure: A mysterious wish jar in the basement doesn't grant wishes for the future—it unlocks the past, sending Ash back in time to witness the story of two other girls.
- Friendship and Found Family: From losing one friend to unexpectedly gaining another, this heartwarming story explores the different forms friendship can take.
- A Touch of Magic: When Ash discovers her own surprising connection to the past, she learns that magic can be found in the most unexpected places—and people.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Dreamer, Wisher, Liar?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: Personal and social topics > Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Physical and mental health conditions > Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Mental health and mental wellbeing
Where can I read a sample of Dreamer, Wisher, Liar?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780062202918
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Dreamer, Wisher, Liar?
Charise Mericle Harper
Who is the Publisher of the book Dreamer, Wisher, Liar?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Dreamer, Wisher, Liar is available as ebook(ISBN 9780062202918)
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