The Well-Wishers

These were my favorite books as a child. They are still fun - I am reading them out loud to my grandchildren!

I gave this book, as well as the rest of the series by Edward Eager, to my 8-year old niece for Christmas. After opening her presents, she immediately started reading the book and had read 3/4 of the book before they went home that evening. She said it was "Awesome!" and she really enjoyed reading it. I'd say this series would be well recommended.

I read this book a few months ago and I still get a warm fuzzy feeling when I think of it. It's filled with 'old school' values which is a lovely change from todays 'live for yourself' kinds of stories. The children in the book concentrate all of their summer vacation on helping others. How about that? Tell me that's not going to give you a happy glow. I would reccomend this for ages 7 (although there is a mushy part near the end, tee hee) right through to 110. I didn't read the first in this series so I thought I'd let others know that it is completely unessasary... however, I'd be more than happy to try the first one now, of course!

The Well Wishers By Edward Eager This is the second book in the series. We have been introduced to James, Laura, Deborah, Lydia, Kip and Gordy in the book, Magic or Not. This book is written in the point of view of the children. Each child takes his or her turn telling the events of the story, in their own words. James admits that he might be too old to believe in magic. Laura thinks that the magic of the well rightfully belongs to her, since she discovered it. She is very upset to think that Gordy has started the magic again, by tossing a threatening note into the well. She is also upset that Gordy got the first wish and the first magical adventure, leaving the rest of the group out in the cold. When Lydia is faced with a bully from her past, she makes a wish that is not in harmony with the well. This starts the ball rolling with dire consequences. Now the kids from Silvermine Road really know they are on an adventure and there is no doubt that the well really is magical. I enjoyed this story. I also thought it picked up the pace a little, from the first book. Jill Ammon Vanderwood, author of two magical adventure books: Through the Rug Through The Rug: Follow That Dog (Through the Rug)

This is a great book about magic! Five kids discover a magic wishing well and use it for the greater good-sort of. Edward Eager's books are all immensely enjoyable, much like Harry Potter or E. Nesbit! Wonderful and I recommend all his books!

This is a great book; magical, but with sense. I think any kid would like this book.