This is the fourth book in the Ghosted series, and the third one I've read. (Somehow I still haven't gotten around to reading the first one, Ghosted. I'll be correcting that soon!) I've read a couple of her standalones as well, and they've all been enjoyable rom-coms with a nice blend of humor and romance, along with a bit of magic. This was no exception. I loved the characters, the settings are fabulous, and once again Ready writes situations that feel real and almost insurmountable for the couple in question. With romances it isn't about the ending - it's about the journey there, and this is a good one.
Our couple is Anna and Max (we know Max from the previous book, Fated) - Max runs the family business, a high end jewelry empire. Anna cleans his house. She also has a huge crush on him, but he's barely aware of her existence - unaware of the extra little things she does to make his life simpler. When Anna makes a wish one night, only to wake up and find that said wish has been fulfilled, it seems too good to be true. Her life had been full of challenges, but as she and Max deal with this new reality, and a get to know each other in that reality, she's faced with a whole new set of challenges - including the fact that she's not at all sure she's really deserving of this new life and love. It's charming and humorous and thoroughly enjoyable. It can be read as a standalone, but I do think it's best read as a follow on to at least the previous book, Fated.
Thanks to Netgalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing for providing a digital copy for an unbiased review.

Wonderful story, great character development, great writing! Highly recommend this book. I thoroughly enjoyed it

Thanks Netgalley for the advanced copy.

I've enjoyed reading this series by Sarah Ready (and still hoping this isn't the last one) but unfortunately this wasn't my favorite. The idea is a little icky - which, to be fair, the author/mc acknowledge towards the end - and it is fairly well executed, even surprising in it's direction. But the main part, the romance aspect, was verging on insta love and the characters (especially the MC, Anna) did not feel fleshed out enough to understand the connection between the two of them.

Anyways, I hope this series goes on forever.

Anna Benoit has always been a dreamer and a romantic, believing in love at first sight. That belief is solidified the moment she lays eyes on Max Barone, the enigmatic owner of the chateau she cleans. Though they come from entirely different worlds—he a jewelery magnate, she a house cleaner—Anna’s heart is set on Max. The only problem? Max doesn’t even know she exists.

But when Anna makes a whimsical wish, she wakes up in a startling new reality—one where she and Max are not only acquainted but have been married for years. As Anna revels in the romance, passion, and love she’s always dreamed of, she begins to question whether this perfect life is truly what she wished for—or if it’s all too good to be true.

Tropes
- Wish-fulfillment fantasy
- Love across class divides
- Fake memories and alternate realities
- Love at first sight vs. earned love
- Dream vs. reality

Sarah Ready’s *Wished* is a delightful, heartwarming romance that blends whimsical fantasy with genuine emotional resonance. Anna’s journey from an unrequited crush to a woman questioning the nature of love itself is as enchanting as it is thought-provoking.

Anna is a charming protagonist, her romantic optimism making her instantly relatable to readers who have ever wished for a fairy-tale romance. Her transition into an alternate reality is filled with humour, sweetness, and moments of poignant self-reflection as she navigates the intricacies of a "marriage" to Max. Max Barone, while initially a distant figure, becomes a more layered character as Anna peels back the layers of their "relationship," adding depth to the narrative.

The magical realism element is handled with care, never overwhelming the romance but enhancing it, creating a dreamlike quality to Anna’s newfound life. The story raises important questions: Is love something instantaneous, or does it grow from shared experiences and trust? And what happens when you get everything you wished for but still feel something is missing?

The emotional stakes build beautifully, with twists that keep readers engaged while rooting for Anna and Max to find a genuine connection beyond the illusion. Ready’s signature humor and heartfelt writing shine throughout, making this book a perfect pick for fans of enchanting, soul-stirring romance.

This was an interesting read. It took a minute but I enjoyed the story. I will recommend to my friends!

3.5 stars for me on this one.

The beginning was wonderful. The characters were fleshed out very well and everything was written so nicely. Sarah Ready is such a great writer, everything was so descriptive and perfection,

Once Anna’s wish comes true (around the 50%) mark I sank into a plot hole I couldn’t look past. Max thought everyone around him was crazy when he was told he was married to Anna (whom he didn’t know), then 5 minutes later he somehow remembers every detail of their marriage, Anna’s personality and everThing during the 8 year’s they are supposedly together???? I was so confused about that…and it seemed messy honestly.

I also didn’t feel a big connection to their relationship. Either she was in love and he was holding back, or he was in love and she was holding back. I think you get my point. I did like how it wrapped up, but it wasn’t the best one of the series. I enjoyed fated and switched more. Thank you for the ARC in exchange for my honest review!

Thank you Netgalley and Sarah Ready for the ARC.

She is madly in love with her employer, with whom she's never spoken. So, she wishes on a magical necklace that they are married.

While I don't understand this premise or the leading lady's logic at all at all at all, the execution of the story and the magical realism element was quite enjoyable. Finished the book in one sitting.

CW: alcoholism, child abuse, sexual content, parent death, sibling death, hospital trauma

I thought this was very good and I will have to add this to the shop shelves. Thank you for the chance for us to review.

I liked that this book focused on Max after Fiona turned down his marriage proposal in book 3, but I didn't like the story as much. I don't think Anna was a great character, she didn't have much about her except falling instantly in love with Max the first time she sees him when she's working as a cleaner for him.

Anna makes a wish on a necklace that Max will love her and they'll be married, which I think is a really pathetic wish. I know she wants him to notice her but she's never made any effort in the 3 years of leaning his mansion to speak to him or even get him to notice her and now she wishes they're married?! A tad ridiculous really, but then she gets her wish but she's not happy with that either because she thinks she's taken away Max's right to choose, which I guess technically she has but I'm not sure why she's surprised by it when she wished for it in the first place.

Max on the other hand, grows a lot more as a character throughout the story. He goes from not wanting passion or "big love" to realising that passion doesn't always burn out or that even if it does, people don't have to stay in an unhealthy relationship. Max maintains his memories from all the iterations of the wish so when things finally return to normal, he's ready to let his guard down and love Anna with the passion she deserves.

If Anna had more about her this book would be a lot better. There are hints at the things she could have done had she made different decisions but none of these were really explored and I think it would have been good to have her return to normal and then start putting those things in place to fulfil her dreams.

Thanks to NetGalley and Swift & Lewis Publishing LLC | for the opportunity to read and review this ARC.

Anna’s wish for a life with Max, born from years of devotedly cleaning his house, unexpectedly comes true. She wakes up in an unfamiliar bed, bewildered by her surroundings, and when people start calling her Mrs. Barone, everything feels surreal. The confusion deepens as she discovers it's been seven years since their wedding — a wedding she doesn't remember. What happened in those seven years? Did she somehow slip into a parallel reality or experience a time jump?

𝘞𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘥 is a delightful and engaging novel that skillfully combines magic, romance, and a captivating setting. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Geneva and France, the book transports readers into a world full of charm and intrigue. The magical elements enhance the romance, creating a perfect blend that keeps readers hooked with its unexpected twists and turns.

While I enjoyed this book, I love 𝘍𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 (Ghosted 3) more. I feel that this book has less emotional depth as compared to 𝘍𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥. I get Anna's POV where she has fallen in love with Max over the years. But Max’s insta-love and his sudden change of heart and demeanor from hate to love is a bit unbelievable and rushed. I feel that the author could have worked on his character arc before springing us on the sudden love.

Although this is Book 4 in the Ghosted series, it can be enjoyed even without reading the earlier installments. TBH, I have only read books 3 and 4. The author seems to have done a great job of making each book accessible while still maintaining continuity.

Overall, this is one of the sweetest romances that I've read. It absolutely stole my heart and I recommend this. Thank you Swift & Lewis Publishing and NetGalley @netgalley for a copy of this book. All opinions are entirely my own.
𝓜𝔂 𝓻𝓪𝓽𝓲𝓷𝓰: 4.5⭐/5

Anna made a wish, she wanted to be married and in love.

And when she wakes up and finds herself celebrating her 7 year wedding anniversary she finally has everything she has ever wanted... right?

I love Sarah Ready books, fantastical, paranormal, magical realism romances.
I always know I am in for a fun ride when I pick one of her books up.
It was nice seeing Max get his own story, and Anna is a character who want to see happy.

Sarah Ready has quickly become an auto buy author for me, I am loving this ghosted series!

I adored this book. I actually have adored this entire series. Ms. Ready truly stretches her imagination in these books and creates some clever plots that employ elements of sci fi and so on.

In this latest installment, Wished, Anna and Max fall for each other, then they don't, then one does and the other one doesn't. It's a bit chaotic but in a good way. I loved the originality of the storyline. The way they continued to develop their relationship even through uncertainty was pretty sweet. I can't help but love the mysticism of it all.

Anna is a character that you only want to see good things happen to - - she's kind and giving and has been dealt a rough hand in life. Max is lonely. He may have plenty of money but he's missing out on love and doesn't want to risk feeling too much because he's afraid of loss.

AUDIOBOOK REVIEW: The book was very well narrated and I would recommend the audiobook for those who enjoy getting their stories through this mechanism. I personally like to go back and forth between both. 4 stars

I want to start by saying I ADORE Sarah Ready! I discovered her last year and have been steadily devouring all of her books. She is a great writer, and I will read literally anything she writes. I also want to address that cover - can you say GORGEOUS???? I'm obsessed.

Now to my least favorite part of the review process... it truly devastates me to say that I did not enjoy this book. This is the 4th book in her Ghosted series. I have read the first two books but haven't had a chance to read her 3rd book, Fated, yet. These aren't necessarily books you need to read in order; however, you do get introductions to the characters so it's more fun to read them in order. I LOVED the first two books. I flew through them in no time. This one, sadly, was a struggle for me.

I really liked the premise. Generally, I'm not usually drawn to these types of romance but again, I'll read anything Sarah Ready writes. Max was an insufferable character, and I found it hard to root for a romance between him and Anna. Anna, on the other hand, was a delightful character. I truly did enjoy her and felt she was fleshed out well.

The structure and pacing of the book were a little odd and because I didn't feel a connection to the romance between the characters, it didn't work for me. Overall, it's hard for me to pinpoint exactly what it was about this book that didn't work for me.

Even though this one didn't work for me, I look forward to backtracking to Fated and jumping back into this world Ready has created.

Wished by Sarah Ready is a delightful and whimsical romance that masterfully intertwines themes of magic, love, and self-discovery. This fourth installment in the Ghosted series can be enjoyed as a standalone, and it follows Anna, a hopeless romantic who finds herself in an unexpected situation after making a wish on a necklace belonging to her aloof employer, Max.

From the very first pages, I was drawn into Anna's world. Her character is relatable and endearing, embodying the essence of a dreamer who believes in love at first sight. The premise of her wish transforming her reality into one where she and Max are happily married is both enchanting and thought-provoking. Ready does an excellent job of exploring the consequences of wishes and the complexities of love, making readers question what is real versus what is imagined.

The chemistry between Anna and Max is palpable, evolving from initial indifference to a deeper connection as they navigate their new reality. Max starts off as somewhat unlikable, but as the story progresses, his character reveals layers that make him more relatable and engaging. The dialogue is sharp and witty, with moments of humor that balance the emotional weight of the narrative.

One of the standout features of Wished is its magical realism, which adds a unique twist to the traditional romance genre. The writing is fluid and engaging, with vivid descriptions that transport readers from Geneva to Paris and beyond. The exploration of themes such as free will and the nature of true happiness adds depth to the story, making it more than just a simple love tale.

However, while I thoroughly enjoyed the book, some plot developments felt predictable, especially regarding the resolution of Anna's wish. Additionally, there were moments where I wished for more exploration of certain emotional beats to enhance character growth further.

Overall, Wished is an enchanting read that left me with a sense of hope and belief in the power of wishes. With its blend of magic, romance, and relatable characters, I would rate it 4 out of 5 stars. This book is perfect for anyone looking for a lighthearted yet meaningful story that captures the essence of love and second chances. Sarah Ready has crafted a charming tale that will resonate with readers long after they turn the last page!

At first I was kind of skeptical about this one but I ended up really enjoying it as it went along. There was a ton of twists and turns I didn’t see coming and as usual the common rule of wishes going wrong naturally applies in this one. Our fmc I think she was pretty interesting and really handled everything really well. I love that it wasn’t just her she was thinking about in all the situations that came along but everyone around her and especially him. He was a much harder character to kind of decipher cause there is so many versions of him that kind of zeroing in on the real him was hard but in the end I did like his character and the way he grew as it went along. I think the premise of the book was really fun and seeing them navigate through everything that happens and all that goes wrong and gets jumbled up was really interesting. In terms of spice, it wasn’t a whole lot but I wasn’t too phased at that cause there was a lot of good tension between the MCs and it definitely made up for that. So I have to say it’s about a 2/5 on the spice scale.
Overall, I think it was a cool and fun read and I’d probably recommend it to someone who was interested in this type of read. It’s a 4/5 star read for me.

I had hopes that this was going to be a good read for me. Sadly, for me this wasn’t a book that I enjoyed. I couldn’t connect to the characters. Something was missing for me.

I had high hopes about this one— or more like a second chance given for this series after the last book, which I didn't enjoy.

Unfortunately, I didn’t enjoy this one.

I really didn't like the ML at all. There's a bunch of things that could have been better, but it didn't happen. I feel like this could have been edited better to make it or the story delivered.

Thank you, Netgalley, for the e-arc copy.

Special thanks to the author & #WWCrown publishing for my gifted copy‼️

I picked this book because I thought it was a Christmas romance lol. I didn’t read the synopsis because the cover gave Christmas vibes. Well I was wrong cause nothing in the book gave Christmas but I did end up enjoying it anyway.

Wished is book four in the Ghosted series where our FMC Anna fucks around and finds out you gotta be careful what you wish for because it just might happen. Anna is secretly in love with Max Barone the guy whose house she cleans. One day when she should be cleaning and minding her business she goes through his things and stumbles across a magical necklace. Only she didn’t know the type of power this jewelry really possessed until after she wished Max was in love with her and they were married.

This was a cool read only because the wish didn’t go as Anna planned in the beginning. It was almost as though the wish made everyone around them think they were married but Anna and Max weren’t affected by it and knew they weren’t. It gave fake dating vibes where the MC’s eventually fall in love in the end. The Paris trip and the buried letter was so cute and when they unwished everything and still remembered what happened. This was the only highlight moment for me.

Overall, it was an okay read there was a good buildup of tension between the characters but the pacing was a little up and down. The author also over did it with the descriptions but aside from that I enjoyed the chemistry between the characters and how well developed they were. If you’re looking for a twisted fate romance with a hint of spice and magic you found it.

Rating: 3.5/5⭐️

Wished is the next book in the series of romance novels with elements of time travel or alternate reality situations. This one focuses on Max, the jilted best friend from the previous book and an employee of his who has been in love with him despite never talking to him. I liked the story and the book, its light and fluffy with minimal complications even though there are lots of opportunity for them. I enjoyed the characters but I do feel like I didnt really get to know them deeply and understand all their motivations and back stories. I did enjoy reading it and I do think that it was a nice followup to the previous book.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fun book. I really enjoyed it!