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From New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Julie Berry comes a middle-grade fantasy adventure full of humor and heart.

Be careful what you wish for ...

Maeve Merritt chafes at the rigid rules at her London boarding school for "Upright Young Ladies." When punishment forces her to sort through…

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1 author picked Wishes and Wellingtons as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Once I met Maeve Merritt, a rebellious young girl tired of abiding by uptight school rules in London, I couldn't help but root for her fiery spirit. And when fate leads her to stumble upon a sardine tin hiding an ornery Genie within, well, let's just say chaos ensues in the most delightful way possible.

As Maeve tries to navigate this newfound magical world while outsmarting those who seek to claim her treasure for themselves - including an endearing orphan boy named Bennet - every page is brimming with excitement and endless possibilities.

With each twist and turn, Julie Berry…

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