Bee’s brother, Tommy, knows everything there is to know about sharks. He also knows that his life will be cut short by cystic fibrosis. And s...
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Feb 22, 2012
Arthur
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Reading Level: Grades 6 and up
Bee: 15 years old, class president, good grades, takes care of her little brother Tommy; excited about the family trip to San Francisco’s shark coast.
Tommy: 11 years old, has cystic fibrosis, incredibly smart, obsessed with great white sharks; given the chance to dive with great whites in a cage through a make-a-wish foundation.
Their Mom: constantly flirting, a little distant; ruining their trip to San Francisco by going on a date and not com More...
Bee: 15 years old, class president, good grades, takes care of her little brother Tommy; excited about the family trip to San Francisco’s shark coast.
Tommy: 11 years old, has cystic fibrosis, incredibly smart, obsessed with great white sharks; given the chance to dive with great whites in a cage through a make-a-wish foundation.
Their Mom: constantly flirting, a little distant; ruining their trip to San Francisco by going on a date and not com More...
Jan 04, 2011
Cathy
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3 1/2 stars. 15-year-old Bee's brother Tommy, eleven, knows everything there is to know about great white sharks. He also has cystic fibrosis and is often sick. That's why she wants his wish-foundation trip to California to dive in a cage among the sharks to be perfect. But when the dive is cancelled because of rough water and her irresponsible mom stays out all night with a man she met on the plane flying over from New Hampshire, Bee decides to take matters in her own hands. She wants t
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Jan 22, 2012
Handd51
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This is a very interesting plot centered around an 11-year-old boy with cystic fibrosis and his older sister. Their mother is a bit of a flake, but she does get them a dream tri[p to "swim with the sharks" through a Make-a-Wish-LIKE organization. The Whale and shark watching day trip is something of a dissappointment to shark-fanatic Tommy, tho they do see a shark. But flaky Mom flakes overnight, so the kids take an adventure on their own to visit an e-friend/surfer dude that result
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Dec 29, 2010
Heidi
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Bee, 15, and her 11-year-old brother, Tommy, are on a trip to California to sharks. Tommy has cystic fibrosis and the trip is sponsored by an organization which grants wishes to children with serious medical issues. Their mom is along for the ride, but seems more interested in picking up potential new husbands. After she leaves them overnight while on a date, Bee and Tommy leave their hotel to search for Ty, a surfer who survived a shark attack on his surfboard. Ty and his brother set about
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Dec 14, 2011
Heather
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Bee loves her little brother more than anything. She knows his time is limited. He suffers from Cystic Fibrosis and she is determined to make his wish come true. He wants to swim with the great white sharks. But when their trip to California to swim with the sharks turns into a big disappointment, Bee is more determined than ever to see his wish come true. Even if this means ditching their mother to go and find Tommy's idol - a surfer who had survived a shark attack. But Bee soon finds out
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Mar 06, 2011
A touching story about a young boy (Tommy) with cystic fibrosis and his obsession with sharks. Tender characters, really liked the interactions between Tommy and his sister. Lots of great shark facts. The mother was an interesting character, definitely struggling with raising her children and trying to have her own life. I'd love to see teachers encourage their students to read this book - will help MG have an appreciation for the struggles some kids face when they have health issues. There's a
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Mar 07, 2011
emily
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Bee: 15 years old, class president, good grades, takes care of her little brother Tommy; excited about the family trip to San Francisco’s shark coast.
Tommy: 11 years old, has cystic fibrosis, incredibly smart, obsessed with great white sharks; given the chance to dive with great whites in a cage through a make-a-wish foundation.
Their Mom: constantly flirting, a little distant; ruining their trip to San Francisco by going on a date and not coming back.
Ty Barry: 21 yea More...
Tommy: 11 years old, has cystic fibrosis, incredibly smart, obsessed with great white sharks; given the chance to dive with great whites in a cage through a make-a-wish foundation.
Their Mom: constantly flirting, a little distant; ruining their trip to San Francisco by going on a date and not coming back.
Ty Barry: 21 yea More...
Feb 03, 2011
Idris
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This is a lovely book about an eleven years old boy who has cystic fibrosis and he is passionate about sharks. A wish foundation sends him on a trip to swim with great white sharks. His sister Bee vows to make it an unforgettable memory.
It’s a short story, which tells us a bit more about the lives of children with this disease,(their families) and interesting facts about sharks. The characters were lovely and real. The story was sometimes a little bit predictable but I have a good tim More...
It’s a short story, which tells us a bit more about the lives of children with this disease,(their families) and interesting facts about sharks. The characters were lovely and real. The story was sometimes a little bit predictable but I have a good tim More...
Mar 08, 2011
StorySnoops
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Wish is a wonderful and dramatic read about the relationship between Bee and Tommy. Bee's deep understanding of Tommy's emotional needs leads her to take a large risk in order to fulfill a dream for her brother. Tommy knows more than most adults about...(click here for full review: http://www.storysnoops.com/detail.php?id...)
Oct 09, 2011
Janet
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This book really held my interest. The main character was typical of a lot of boys I see in my school library -- really into sharks (or snakes, or dinosaurs, or cars, etc.) His older sister was loving, yet impulsive and the situation in which they found themselves can happen all too soon to young kids.
Dec 06, 2010
Nicole
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I really liked this book...the main character Bea had a great relationship with her little brother, Tommy. I enjoyed the romance between Bea and Little Brew, the friendship between Ty and Tommy, and how 3 dimensional the characters seemed. I thought it was very well done and different from anything I've read recently.
Jan 24, 2011
Nikki
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This is the first non-fantasy novel I've read in a while. Let's just say, I'm glad this was the first. The novel will literally make you want to cry and laugh all at the same time. Wish is a novel I won't forget any time soon.
Jan 21, 2011
Anna
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Another great little book -- one that's incredibly sweet, but not syrupy so. And, for those interested in learning more about sharks, I highly I = pairing it with The Devil's Teeth by Susan Casey. Animal lover's unite!
Jan 23, 2011
Dana
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I like the premise of the story and the relationship between the siblings Bee and Tommy. I also very much enjoyed the shark facts added throughout the story. I found the writing style annoying at times, but overall this was a sweet, quick read.
Jun 09, 2011
georgia:]!!!!!
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right now im reading wish, its REALLY REALLY GOOD and i cant wait to see whats going to happen in the end
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