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Gracie is the smart, quiet middle child in her family whose best friends is the school genius. When she discovers a journal where whatever she writes comes true, she tries to use it for good, only to discover that the truth isn’t always what it seems. Starting with small, personal entries, such as giving her sister the date she’s been wishing for or a perfect score for her brother on a test he didn’t study for, her she really wants to solve bigger world problems, but doesn’t want them to backfire as well. The story is a cute blend of fantasy and reality, if not slightly familiar with its literary references to Alice in Wonderland, Half-Magic, and a Prayer for Owen Meany. The ambiguous ending suggests a sequel, although it’s unclear whether the book really warrants one. While the book does hint of romance, the subject matter is tame and will appeal to readers as young as third grade.