Description
Make a Wish
Book Summary
What would you be willing to sacrifice to see your greatest desire fulfilled? This novel poses a fascinating moral dilemma through three seemingly unrelated families who receive a mysterious scarlet card with a troubling offer: make a wish, and someone will take care of making it come true. Doña Tere wishes to get her deceased son back, her husband craves revenge, Raúl seeks wealth, and Marisa fights for her life against a terminal illness. Each one must face the hidden price of their dreams.
What is it about?
The story interweaves the destinies of three family units marked by loss, need, and desperation. Doña Tere and Don Felipe bear the pain of having lost their son in a traffic accident; while she longs for an impossible reunion, he only desires revenge against the person responsible. In parallel, Raúl struggles against financial insecurity and dreams of wealth that would free him from his debts. Finally, Marisa wages a battle against a terminal illness that threatens to separate her from her daughter, Inés. All of them receive the same invitation: to make a wish in exchange for an unknown price. The narrative explores how far they are willing to go and what consequences the realization of their deepest longings brings.
Main Themes
- The price of wishes and the consequences of fulfilling them.
- Grief, loss, and the quest for revenge.
- The struggle against terminal illness and the fear of family separation.
- Financial desperation and the craving for wealth as a means of escape.
- Morality and ethical boundaries when faced with extraordinary offers.
Who is it recommended for?
For readers of contemporary fiction who enjoy plots involving moral suspense and existential dilemmas. Especially suited for those seeking stories that explore the limits of the human condition, with complex characters and twists that invite reflection on the true value of our dreams.
What this book offers
- An addictive plot that combines mystery, family drama, and ethical reflection.
- Realistic characters with whom it is easy to empathize and whose decisions challenge the reader.
- A deep exploration of desire, sacrifice, and second chances.
- A narrative pace that maintains tension until the very last page.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Mata Pintos, Elisa
- Publisher: EDICIONES CON M DE MUJER
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION
- Collection: CON M DE MUJER
- Publication Date: August 2024
- Number of pages: 282
- Weight: 398 g
Editorial Review
A novel that grabs you from its initial premise by posing a universal question: what would we give for our greatest desire? The author constructs a choral story where each character represents a different facet of human longing, from revenge to survival. The agile tone and the progression of the mystery maintain interest, while the protagonists' decisions invite an active and reflective reading. Ideal for those who look for a narrative that entertains and, at the same time, provokes uncomfortable questions about the nature of desire and its consequences.