Katherine ApplegateScience Fiction · Children's Books·b. 1956
Wishtree
Synopsis
Red is an old oak tree who serves as the neighborhood's wishtree, collecting wishes tied to its branches. With the help of a crow named Bongo and other animal friends, Red has seen much of life. But when a new family moves in and faces resistance from some neighbors, Red's role as a silent observer becomes more important than ever.
How it reads
Prose complexity 1/10