Miranda has the greatest burden on her shoulders—her poor mother is very sick, and the doctor tells Miranda’s father that only a miracle could save her. As Miranda searches through the forest for the Magic Wishing Well which she hopes will grant her the miracle she needs, she encounters many furry friends who help her on her way. From Ollie the Wise Owl to Allie the Tiny Bunny, and even Tommy the Tortoise, Miranda is so fortunate to find such warm, affectionate creatures who lead her to the special place which, until now, only existed in her imagination. The fantastic presence of Solana the Sun Fairy guides Miranda through the conclusion of her quest. Will Miranda find the miracle she seeks? Will her mother be re-energized by the spiritual world of Miranda’s adventurous quest? Only the mysteries of the forest hold answers to these burning questions.

Mary Manisero is a talented children’s author whose writing thrills readers with its themes of nature, adventure, magic, and the wonders of the world around us. Mary’s inspiration for her stories stems from her upbringing in rural England and her grandchildren and great grandchildren, whose names appear in her writings. Perhaps her dearest and most enduring influence derives from the love of her life, Thomas, her husband of 60 years, whose spirit lives on in her heart forever. Miranda’s Wish is the third of her published works, preceded by The Secret of the Bramble Bush House and Garwood the Groundhog.