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The Wish List

(2003, Fiction - Fantasy, Written by Eoin Colfer)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 9, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 10.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Wicked is the key word here, in all its senses.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 10 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Meg lies, trespasses, breaks in, steals, and pursues revenge. Black humor.

  • Violence:

    Belch shoots Meg, his dog attacks Lowrie, Meg's stepfather slaps her around, Meg and Belch fight, Meg punches her stepfather. The two main characters die in a fiery explosion.

  • Sex:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Teens smoke and drink. An old man gets tipsy.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Wish List

Parents need to know that Colfer offers a view of the afterlife that may conflict with some religious beliefs; you might want to have a chat with your child about this topic.

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  1. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Hermit
    Lives in Mississippi
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    I love it

    I first read it when I was eleven or twelve, and it's a very good book that keeps you entertained. I think it has a lot of food for thought, and it teaches you a little bit, although you don't know it. It's got humour, drama, and of course, suspense. A very good novel from a very good author - I would definitely recommend it for anyone who asks. ~Hermit

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    Lives in Virginia
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 5.0

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  3. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    Hales
    Lives in Wisconsin
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    I loved this book! Everyone should have a chance to read it!

    I loved this book- it was funny, sad, exciting... just an all-around great book. My friend chose it for a book club- and WOW does she have good taste! I read it in 2 days- it wasn't too hard, and keeps you interested from the first page to the last. I'd definitely read "The Wish List"- it's one hell of a book! (if you excuse the pun!) :)

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  4. Teen Reviewer Age 17
    Smallfry
    Lives in Utah
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 3.0

    good book

    soo.. hi.. a good read...

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