"Nine Magic Wishes" is a captivating tale by Shirley Jackson that revolves around a young girl named Nancy who discovers a mysterious book that grants nine wishes. As Nancy makes her wishes, each one brings unforeseen consequences that challenge her understanding of desire and responsibility. The whimsical nature of her wishes intertwines with darker themes, exploring the complexities of human emotion and the dangers of getting what one wants. Through a blend of charm and suspense, Jackson weaves a narrative that invites readers to reflect on the true nature of happiness and the hidden depths of wishes fulfilled. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2016 by Dover Publications Inc. .

Shirley Jackson was born in San Francisco in 1916. She first received wide critical acclaim for her short story 'The Lottery', which was published in 1949. Her novels - which include The Sundial, The Bird's Nest, Hangsaman, The Road through the Wall, We Have Always Lived in the Castle and The Haunting of Hill House - are characterised by her use of realistic settings for tales that often involve elements of horror and the occult. Raising Demons and Life Among the Savages are her two works of nonfiction. Come Along With Me is a collection of stories, lectures, and part of the novel she was working on when she died in 1965.