As you wish talks about Madison which residents keep a magical secret: when someone reaches his(her) eighteenth birthday, a wish is granted after approval.
The book focus on the story of Eldon, a sarcastic and rude teenager waiting for his eighteenth birthday to come. He is conflicted with his wish, overthinking it so he will not regret. Eldon see the wishes that others usually have and their unhappiness because they are never satisfied. Yet, he is selfish and indifferent towards others' feelings.
There are many taboo topics such as suicide, abuse, sexual orientation and religion. These topics are discussed in a controversy way - being sometimes extreme. The plot is confusing, full of depressive and inappropriate contents. Plus, the writing is a little bit dull and slow. Finally, the concept of wishing story is a good premise.
The book focus on the story of Eldon, a sarcastic and rude teenager waiting for his eighteenth birthday to come. He is conflicted with his wish, overthinking it so he will not regret. Eldon see the wishes that others usually have and their unhappiness because they are never satisfied. Yet, he is selfish and indifferent towards others' feelings.
There are many taboo topics such as suicide, abuse, sexual orientation and religion. These topics are discussed in a controversy way - being sometimes extreme. The plot is confusing, full of depressive and inappropriate contents. Plus, the writing is a little bit dull and slow. Finally, the concept of wishing story is a good premise.