The Wishing Well [Hardcover]

James E. Livingston (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 30, 2002 | Age Level: 7 and up | Grade Level: 2 and up

Timothy Legget, 12, was forced to grow up quickly living in Appleton, Kentucky, caring for his younger sister, Lisa. Their parents, Jan and Justin, were impoverished coal miners working in one of the local mines near their home. On October 5, 1901, tragedy struck their family. Timothy and Lisa are sent to Jasper, Virginia to live with their aunt, Martha Satcher. They arrive in Jasper late one night, only to discover that their Aunt Martha is not home. Timothy explores the house and finds it empty of most everything. Timothy considers this to be very strange and out of character for his Aunt. Suddenly, reality overwhelms him...he is in a strange town, caring for his younger sister, with neither friends nor relatives, and returning home is not an option. Without relatives, he and Lisa could be mistaken for orphans and placed in an orphanage--where there would be little hope of ever returning home.

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About the Author

James Livingston lives in Houston, Texas. He works as a Senior Manager for an oil and gas service provider where he has been employed for the past 27 years. This is James' first novel and he plans to continue pursuing his passion for writing. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 7 and up
  
• Hardcover: 336 pages
• Publisher: Writers Advantage (October 30, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595746748
• ISBN-13: 978-0595746743
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,536,347 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for all ages, December 2, 2002

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This review is from: The Wishing Well (Paperback)

The urge to read the next page, the next chapter and the conclusion is unbearable. If Oprah gets her hands on this book it will make the book of the month. If Disney is aware of it, it will become a made for TV movie.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read!!!, June 10, 2011

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This review is from: The Wishing Well (Paperback)

This is one of the best books I have ever read!! Had to get a tissue a few times. I will read this book again. Read the sequel also. If you want a tug at your heart feel good book, this is the one!! I highly recommend it. I will also buy a few sets for Christmas gifts.

5.0 out of 5 stars A page turner..., June 28, 2005

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Zydecogirl (Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Wishing Well (Hardcover)

I was hooked from the first chapter. This book is well written and I had to control myself from reading so fast to get to the next parts. I love that Mr. Livingston did not leave us to gather our own ending conclusion. I love books that give the entire story. Most books only have one or two intense moments and in this book you are offered more than a fair share.

I can't wait to read Part 2.