THE BOY WHOSE WISHES CAME TRUE by Helen Rutter
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Author: Helen Rutter
THE BOY WHOSE WISHES CAME TRUE is a funny, warm, and thoughtful story about loneliness, hope, and discovering what really matters. Archie Crumb is having a hard time - he’s bullied at school, always picked last for teams, and home hasn’t felt the same since his dad left. Life seems unfair, and Archie feels like his luck has completely run out.
Everything changes when Archie bangs his head and suddenly comes face to face with his football hero, who offers him nine wishes. At last, Archie can have everything he’s ever wanted: endless treats, video games, revenge on bullies, and football glory. But as his wishes come true, Archie begins to realise that getting what you want doesn’t always lead to happiness.
Helen Rutter writes with humour and heart, making Archie’s feelings easy to relate to. The story balances laugh-out-loud moments with gentle emotional insight, exploring confidence, friendship, and self-worth in a way that feels reassuring and real.
Perfect for young readers, The Boy Whose Wishes Came True is an uplifting and engaging read. It’s a story that reminds us that while magic can be tempting, the greatest power of all is believing in yourself.