Well what a lovely surprise this was! I was looking for an audio to listen to and I will admit it was the book cover that caught my attention. I’ve never read Sarah before, so Wished was a totally new experience for me. I didn’t even read the synopsis, I went in totally blind.

Be careful what you wish for, because for Anna Benoit, who is kind of a human genie, those wishes can come true!
a first for me and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I didn’t realise this was part Sarah’s Ghosted series but you can totally read this as a standalone. So I will definitely go back and listen to the other stories.

Anna cleans for the enigmatic Max Barone at his spectacular chateau by Lake Geneva. For three years she has been love with him, but he has never once really acknowledged her. One day cleaning she makes a wish that she is married to Max. What next happens is an upside/parallel world tale, which will take you on an enchanted love story that takes you on an adventure from Geneva, Paris and the French Riviera.

I thought the narrator (it is mainly narrated by Amanda) was fabulous, very engaging and done very well with all the accents. Oh and the spice when it hits is 🥵🔥

Wished is the perfect tale for this fall/spooky season, curled up in a blanket with a hot chocolate.

Really enjoyed!

Thank you NetGalley for this ARC audiobook.

I didn't realise this was book 4 in a series but can be read as a standalone.

The story follows FMC Anna Benoit and MMC Max Barone in this magical , twisty turny love story.

Anna has been working as a cleaner for Max Barone for the past three years. For her it was love at first sight, for him not so much.

One day she made a wish on an a very old infamous necklace to be married to Max and for him to love her back.

The very next day , she wakes up as Mrs Anna Barone and they have been happily married for 7 years. Max remembers this alternative life as well as life the came from and in order to get back to their life they both go find the necklace to make a wish to reverse everything.

This book is full of life lessons and a lot of spice.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for this ARC. Having never read anything by this author before I was looking for something light and fun to break up my reading pattern lately and Wished was just the right reprieve.
What would you do, if you were admiring the rich and successful and attractive man you’ve been cleaning his house for years, wishing he could be yours only for that wish to come true? It’s would be a dream come true….until you realize this may not be HIS dream come true. Could you give this all up? Would you? That’s what Anna has to decide. But it’s not an easy choice.

4.5 ⭐️

This book is part of a series but can easily be read as a stand alone. I can attest to this as I had only previously read one of the book and it didn’t change me experience. The audiobook for this was amazing. The narrators both did a fantastic job and I found myself transported in Geneva and Saint-Tropez.

As a kid I watched countless re-run of I dream of Jeannie and I am a hopeless romantic so this book really spoke to me. There is something magical about falling in love, this book really brings it home.

I loved both Anna and Max. After reading the previous book it is nice to see there was fire and passion in this calm practical man. « If you knew how much I want you in this moment, I think you would run.» 🔥

Thank you NetGalley for providing me with an ALC all my opinions are my own.

Wished is a fantastic love story that’s a must read for romance and romcom readers. There is the perfect amount of spice that is naturally woven into the story and delicious. I absolutely loved the characters, and falling for them meant feeling all the feels.

Even with multiple stories recently coming out with an alternate universe trope, I felt that this book nailed it. It was so well done, so it didn’t take any effort to suspend disbelief.

This is at the top of my romance reads this year. I highly recommend it!

I listened to the audiobook version of this story which was incredibly well done. I listened at 1.75x speed (my normal audiobook listening speed is 1.75-2x).

Thank you NetGalley for this advanced audiobook copy.

Wished
Overall: 4
Spice: 3
Narration: 4

A dreamy story about what happens when you get what you wish for.

Anna has been cleaning Max's estate for the last three years. She fell in love with him at first sight, he doesn't see her. That is, until she makes a wish on a family heirloom and wakes up as his wife on their seventh wedding anniversary. As Anna and Max try to get back to their real life, they will both explore their past thoughts on love and who they want to be.

This is the fourth book in Ready's Ghosted series, but the third one that I've read. I have loved each book and the stories Ready weaves. This book continues as the others with excellent descriptions of the locations. I can imagine that I'm in Paris and Geneva with Anna based on the details provided. Also as with the others, the unique story of magical wishes keeps me hooked and guessing what will happen and how they will reach their HEA. Ready offers only small glimpses of the characters from the other books, so this can easily be read as a stand alone. I did love a line at the beginning that was poking fun at the premises of the earlier books. Would highly recommend to fans of magical realism romances.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for allowing me access to this book,

I can't say it's one that I would particularly recommend and I struggled to finish it. An easy read but not really for me I'm afraid

Book Review 📚
Title: Wished
Series: Ghosted: Book 4
Author: Sarah Ready
Format: Audio
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thank you NetGalley for the ALC of this book!

Tropes:
💎 Magical Realism
🧞‍♀️ Boss x Employee
💎 She Fell First & He Fell Harder
🧞‍♀️ Insta-love

Wished is the fourth book in the Ghosted Series. This is the first book I’ve read by Sarah Ready. I went into this with no expectations and was pleasantly surprised! The story was unique. Anna cleans Max’s house and has been in love with him for years, but he doesn’t even know her name. One day Anna makes a wish that she and Max were in love and married. The story is full of twists and turns that kept me interested! I was constantly asking myself, “what would I do in Anna’s position?” She had to make some hard choices after being given exactly what she wanted. It was really interesting to watch Anna’s wish come true, but then have to decide if that’s truly what she wanted and if it’s best for her and Max.

I listened to this book on NetGalley. Amanda Ronconi & Will Watt did a great job! 🎧

I didn't enjoy this book half as much as any other book in the series. While the premise was engaging and promising, I was confused by the lack of depth in the characters and plot building. From the third book in the series, I was intrigued by Max Barone, but his depiction in this novel doesn't do justice. The insta love didn't feel genuine at all and I'm just sorely disappointed by the execution of this book. The plot didn't exist apart from there being a 'wish'. MC barely had personalities. Side characters had minor to no role in the story. What makes me so upset is that this author is one of my favorites and I'm obsessed with the other books in this series, but this just didn't do it for me.

I loved the characters at the beginning and that it was a great way to start at the beginning with his pov, which is different with her other book where it was at the end or we didn't have it.
It was a little hard to like Max at the beginning because of the way he acted was so different at how he was in Fated, which was weird.
It was interesting how we got to see both characters get together but I was conflicted when the plot starts, also it felt a little rushed or out of nowhere how they just start loving each other.
Something that was interesting to see was thatthis book was much more spicy than the previous books in the series, I loved that it wasn't a long story which with the audiobook it made me want to just finish the book, it was a good way to end the series, not the best but it gives so much closure to all this characters.
I am so thankful to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for this book and the series in general.

I've read everything by Sarah Ready and I've loved all of them, and this one was no different. It wasn't my favorite of this series, but it was still very good.

It's got some of my favorite tropes:
. He falls HARD
. Boss x Employee
. More than 2 sex scenes that are VERY steamy <3

I also listened to the audio and the main narrator, Amanda Ronconi, did a fantastic job bringing the story to life. The male narrator, Will Watt, also did an amazing job for the little part that was told from the MMC's POV.
I think I would have liked the story more if I listened to it first instead of reading it first.

i really enjoyed this book. wished is a romantic comedy with a touch of spice and i realy liked that .
i think that this book was really good and it actually nade me chuckle sometimes.
3.5/5⭐️

A fun rom com with a touch of magical realism, and some spice!
Anna has been cleaning Max's house for years. She watches him from afar and falls in love with him. Max hardly notices Anna. When she makes a with on a necklace and it comes true she finally gets what she wants. But does she?
I loved this one. The dialogue between Max and Anna was great, especially Max in love. And we all need a friend like Doreen to give us advice. She had me laughing out loud. And the setting! I just put Geneva, Paris and St. Tropez on my bucket list!

I highly recommend this one to anyone that enjoys a good rom com.

This was a fun romance read with a supernatural twist! I've enjoyed all of the books in this series. I liked "Ghosted" and "Fated" a little more because they were a little more suspenseful and dramatic, but I still enjoyed "Wished." I liked how the jewelry played into the plot and I liked the main characters. This book was a little spicier than the others, so be ready for that! I received a free copy of this book from netgalley and the publisher in exchange for my honest review.

I thought that the book was ok. It was too slow for my like and also very confusing for most of the book. There was not lot of background information to help with the plot. It just fell flat for me.

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC of this audiobook. I was Soo hooked on this book. I loved the storyline and the characters. A house cleaner who’s always been curious who the owner of the house was infatuated with this style, books he read, the way he smelt but had never really talked to him. Well, she jokingly wished to be married to him and woke up to that being true. But he didn’t wake up to that being his reality. I thought this book was funny and romantic
. I was so entertained and finished it in one sitting.

Wished is a fun little dose of magical realism. I was kindly given the audiobook and physical book to review from NetGalley and I have really enjoyed going between the two. It was very light and low stakes and I loved the way Max loved Anna. It made me laugh and blush and I didn't want to put the book down so its well worth the 4 stars to me!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC opportunity!

I really enjoyed this story. The concept of the wish, the inner conflict of the female MC with her choice, the male MC understanding he never allowed himself the freedom of love, etc.

I also really appreciated that it didnt wrap up with a bow at first. She came too and nothing was the same. She thought he forgot, not realizing his wish as well. He had to find her for the resolution. I thought that was a nice small twist to how it could have ended.

At first i didnt love the MMC, but he grew on me over time. His grumpiness was mostly a cover to protect himself, which made sense after you learn more about him.

**Audiobook Review: "Wished" by Sarah Ready**

*Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5)*

Listening to "Wished" by Sarah Ready in audiobook format brings an extra layer of enchantment to this whimsical and heartwarming romantic fantasy. The story, already captivating in its own right, is elevated by the performance of the narrator, who breathes life into the characters and adds depth to the magical tale of love, wishes, and self-discovery.

**Narration:**
The narrator's performance in "Wished" is a standout element of the audiobook. Their ability to differentiate between characters through distinct voices makes it easy to follow the dialogue and immerse yourself in the story. The narrator captures the essence of Anna Benoit, the protagonist, with a voice that reflects her romantic optimism and occasional self-doubt. Max Barone, the enigmatic and handsome object of Anna's affections, is given a smooth, confident tone that perfectly matches his mysterious persona. The narrator also effectively conveys the novel’s emotional beats, from moments of light-hearted humor to more poignant, introspective scenes, enhancing the listener’s connection to the characters and their journey.

**Story:**
"Wished" follows Anna Benoit, a hopeless romantic who suddenly finds herself living out her wildest dream: being married to Max Barone, the man she’s been secretly in love with for years. This unexpected twist comes after a simple wish, sending Anna into a world where everyone believes she and Max have been happily married for years. As Anna navigates this new reality, she begins to question whether the perfect love story she’s always dreamed of is truly what she wants—or if she’s meant to write a different ending for herself.

The audiobook format works particularly well for this story, as the magical realism and romantic tension are brought to life through the narrator’s pacing and tone. The dreamlike quality of Anna's wish-come-true scenario is enhanced by the narrator’s ability to shift between the fantastical elements of the plot and the more grounded, emotional moments. This balance keeps the listener engaged and invested in Anna’s journey of self-discovery.

**Overall Experience:**
Listening to "Wished" as an audiobook is a delightful experience that adds an extra layer of immersion to the story. The narrator’s skilled performance complements Sarah Ready’s charming writing, making it easy to get lost in Anna’s world and the magical possibilities that come with it. While the story itself is a light and enjoyable read, the audiobook version enhances the emotional depth and humor, making it a great choice for listeners who love romantic fantasies with a touch of whimsy.

Whether you’re a fan of audiobooks or simply looking for a new way to experience a good romance, "Wished" is a fantastic option. It’s a tale that reminds us that sometimes, the stories we wish for aren’t as simple as they seem—and that discovering what we truly want might be the most magical journey of all.

Sarah Ready does it again! I love her takes on romance novels, and the twist that she puts into her stories. You have a workaholic that has sworn off love because of his parents and decided at a young age that he doe not want to follow in their miserable footsteps, and a women who believes in love at first sight but also believes in making others wishes come true by sacrificing her own dreams and happiness.
After getting “caught” stealing she is fired from her cleaning job that she has of cleaning the mansion of Max, but when they wake up the next morning they both have 7 years of memories that are forming, and after realizing that its more that a hangover from a night of drinking and that the necklace that she was fired for stealing really did grant her the wish that she had been wanting, and that was for Max to notice her. After they both decide to dog to Paris where the memories star they slowly start to fall for each other, and after realizing that falling in love with someone isn’t as terrible as he had alway believed, they both make wishes on the necklace again, she wishes to undo as agreed upon and he wishes to love her without question. They wake up the next morning and she remembers everything and believes that the wish made it worse not knowing that he had made a wish as well. The following her heart on what to do so that she doesn’t ruin his life any further, she must figure it out on her own since the wish wiped his memory of the life they had before the wishes. The narrators did an amazing job bringing this story to life and I’ve said it once I’ll say it again. I love dual narrators when it comes to two main characters, and bringing each one to life with their own voice.