Eight Wishes: A Novel

Emerson Bailey thought she had it all figured out. At forty, the CEO of a booming fashion-tech company watches her world collapse: heartbreak, loss, and a success that feels hollow.

Searching for meaning, she resurrects a childhood idea: craft extraordinary experiences for the people who matter most. Each wish becomes a step toward healing and a door to the past.

As she brings wonder to others, long-buried truths surface. A complicated parent. Loyal friends with secrets of their own. And a face from the past that makes her question what love requires now.

With ties fraying and new ones sparking, Emerson must choose: retreat to the safety of what she built, or risk everything to become who she really is.

Eight Wishes is a poignant celebration of friendship, family, and finding your way home. Perfect for readers of Jojo Moyes and Taylor Jenkins Reid.

Praise for Eight Wishes

“Eight Wishes is a powerful, heartfelt story that dives deep into the human experience. From the very first page, I was completely hooked. I devoured it in one sitting because I simply couldn't put it down.” —Tina Tower

“A beautifully written, emotionally rich story that lingers long after the last page, full of real characters and a deeply satisfying ending.” —Danny Raye

“An emotionally resonant, feel-good novel I’d happily recommend—and reread. Emerson’s journey from control to clarity is deeply satisfying.” —Nikki B