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As You Wish [Hardcover]

Jackson Pearce
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (71 customer reviews)

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Book Description

August 25, 2009

Ever since Viola's boyfriend broke up with her, she has spent her days silently wishing—to have someone love her again and, more importantly, to belong again—until one day she inadvertently summons a young genie out of his world and into her own. He will remain until she makes three wishes.

Jinn is anxious to return home, but Viola is terrified of wishing, afraid she will not wish for the right thing, the thing that will make her truly happy. As the two spend time together, the lines between master and servant begin to blur, and soon Jinn can't deny that he's falling for Viola. But it's only after Viola makes her first wish that she realizes she's in love with Jinn as well . . . and that if she wishes twice more, he will disappear from her life—and her world—forever.

Jackson Pearce spins a magical tale about star-crossed lovers, what it means to belong . . . and how important it is to be careful what you wish for.


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Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 9–11—As she ponders what she calls the "social mystery" that makes some kids seem to belong and others not, Viola, 16, wishes she didn't feel quite so invisible. Ever since her boyfriend confided in her and came out to his high school class, she has felt neglected and alone, while Lawrence has been adopted by the school's Royal Family of popular kids. When Viola accidentally summons a jinn, she contemplates the three wishes he offers to grant her, while Jinn considers Viola herself. Told in the alternating voices of Jinn and Viola, this story is a romance first and a fantasy last. After she wishes herself into the arms of popular Aaron, Viola finds herself comparing him unfavorably to Jinn, while Jinn, uncommonly critical of Aaron, struggles with his blossoming feelings for Viola. Though the first-person prose is easy to read and the romance is satisfying, the genre blending is less successful and might lead fantasy fans to judge the novel in harsher terms. The human/jinn romance ultimately comes off as a bit unbelievable, but the fantasy element draws attention to the wish-fulfillment trope at the heart of any romance novel.—Amy S. Pattee, Simmons College, Boston
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Review

“As You Wish is compelling, funny, thrilling and sexy, and Jinn is positively swoony. When you get to the end, you’ll wish for more.” (Lisa McMann, New York Times bestselling author of WAKE and FADE )

“[A] romantic and touching story of wishes come true.” (Kirkus Reviews )

“Fun, light reading that gives thoughtful and conscientious kids center stage.” (Booklist )

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 304 pages
  • Publisher: HarperTeen (August 25, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 006166152X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0061661525
  • Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.9 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (71 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,227,631 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jackson Pearce lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with a slightly cross-eyed cat and a lot of secondhand furniture. She recently graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in English and a minor in Philosophy. She auditioned for the circus once, but didn't make it; other jobs she's had include obituaries writer, biker bar waitress, and receptionist. In addition, Jackson coaches both colorguard and winterguard at a local high school.

Jackson began writing when she got angry that the school librarian couldn't tell her of a book that contained a smart girl, horses, baby animals, and magic. Her solution was to write the book herself when she was twelve. Her parents thought it was cute at first, but have grown steadily more concerned for her ever since. Visit Jackson online at www.jacksonpearce.com.

Customer Reviews

Viola, Jinn, and Lawrence were all really great characters. K. Butler  |  21 reviewers made a similar statement
The characters are adorable and fleshed out. Lauren Hunter  |  25 reviewers made a similar statement
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book! August 25, 2009
Format:Hardcover
Jackson Pearce's first book, As You Wish, has set the bar high! In alternating viewpoints, this book details the story of a teenage girl, Viola, who accidentally summons a genie, Jinn. Jinn must remain on Earth until Viola makes three wishes, and it's only after the first wish when they discover they have feelings for one another. Viola and Jinn are forced to make a choice- if she doesn't make all three wishes, the guardian of the genies will push her to wish by hurting the people she loves. But if she makes her three wishes, Jinn will leave her life forever.

This book is full of beautiful details and scenes that will delight even the most reluctant reader. Jackson's vivid imagery makes the characters come alive. The book is great for middle-school age kids and the young at heart. I couldn't put this book down!
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Harmony Book Reviews September 4, 2009
Format:Hardcover
I pretty much adore everything about this novel - so much more than I ever expected.

I'm sure there are other books out there about genies but I felt Pearce built a world completely new and original to the YA world. I really enjoyed hearing about the jinn world and all of the complicated rules related to the wishes.

The charcters were amazing. Each had their own detailed personality and the emotions were heartfelt. Even the supporting characters were important - there were no filler characters. The relationships between the characters were also so true. I loved reading about Lawrence and Violia's previous history and Viola and Jinn's new relationship. Lawrence and Jinn have to be two of my all-time favorite characters. They added so much to the story and without their personalities, the story would have been nothing.

It was told from two POVs - Viola and Jinn - which I normally don't like but it added so much to the story. It gave an insight on how each of them were feeling and thinking about it each, plus Jinn's struggle.

Overall, I can't recommend this one enough. Go out and pick up a copy ASAP. I know I'll be buying one.

This was reviewed as part of a Traveling to Teens tour.
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16 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Jackson Pearce = Superstar August 30, 2009
Format:Hardcover
Jackson Pearce is a lightning-fast genius, funny, slick, who puts very real teen characters in the midst of a rollicking magical adventure. That's hard to do. When you're reading, the book itself is the jinn, serving up so much wish fulfillment that it rightly earns the AS YOU WISH title. Don't be fooled into thinking that the lightness of the tone or the likeably comic beats of the story imply in any way that Jackson Pearce is a lightweight;JP is nothing if not clever. She's a structural craftsman, she's blazingly good at what she does, and she's here to stay.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars great genie story
great book,please read this book.great from start to finish.a must read.thank you for this book.read this you would not put down.
Published 2 months ago by suzette
4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet
This book leaves a warm and cosy feeling. I like Viola who at first I thought was weak but in the end managed to change. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Zoe Marsh
4.0 out of 5 stars A really fun and light Jinn read
Viola didn't mean to summon Jinn, but she had a strong wish and there he was. Jinn just wants her to make her wishes so he can go home, but Viola doesn't want to wish. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Brittany Moore
5.0 out of 5 stars Review from ThEAMWriter
First off, let me talk a little bit about the cover, because I know that this was not the original cover. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Alisha
4.0 out of 5 stars Magical teen romance!
As You Wish is Jackson Pearce's first published novel, and I thought it was a very strong debut with great characters and an interesting plot. Read more
Published 10 months ago by AshleyF
4.0 out of 5 stars What would your three wishes be?
I have read Jackson Pearce's other novels, Sisters Red and Sweetly. This one was my favorite. I think Pearce did a wonderful job of incorparting quirky little high school things... Read more
Published 10 months ago by PWDecker
3.0 out of 5 stars And adorable, light and quick read
Okay, so you may think the synopsis looks ridiculous. You may be right. But the delivery was surprisingly well-done. Read more
Published 12 months ago by The Book Eater
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
I had already read Sister Red, so I knew Jackson Pearce is a good writer. I didn't really expect to like this one as much because I thought it looked too cute. Boy was I wrong! Read more
Published 14 months ago by Marlene
3.0 out of 5 stars Not As Good As Her Others
I was first introduced to the writings of Jackson Pearce through an audiobook of her story The Sisters Red (which was amazing on so many levels). Read more
Published 15 months ago by Brandi's Book Musings
5.0 out of 5 stars "As You Wish"
This is a great book. The product showed up on time and was in great condition. It is a very sweet story.
Published 16 months ago by HI
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