What Readers Are Saying

The book was an enjoyable read with many poignant moments. The references to the father/son relationships were easily identifiable. I would recommend listening to the James Blunt song, which was referenced several times. I recommend this book.
– Jerome Isler
Inspirational story. Easy read. Author had me guessing what was next. Recommended reading.
– Danny Trager
Great book. Great read! Very relatable and really good for parents with younger kids.
– Ken Strohl
A really enjoyable book. This book is a story that will resonate with every parent of a teenager. Filled with laughs, tears and surprises. I can easily see this being made into a movie.
– Gerald Teplitsky
A truly heartfelt message from father to son. The author’s level of vulnerability and genuine feelings were identified throughout 4 generations. Easy-read, highly recommended!
– Michael A Schultz
Soulful discovery of empathy. Howard Emmer has written a thoughtful and touching first book. He mixes self reflection with magic in a story that explores a father’s love and his development of empathy. I highly recommend it.
– Pam Paige
An intriguing story of father-son relationships. I enjoyed the story line and how it demonstrated the lengths that a father would go to establish a connection with his son.
– Kim Allan
A Fathers Wish is a touching story. I can relate to my teenage years growing up, the book made me laugh, cry and warmed my heart for love of family. I could not stop reading it.
– Linda Burk
Touching Father-Son Story. This heartfelt tale explores the challenging relationship between a father and his 13-year-old son. The journey is full of love, laughter, and imagination reminiscent of the movie “Big,” and other coming-of-age comedies. Sweet and inspiring. Highly recommend. Have a box of tissues handy.
– Howard Schneider
Father son relationships. A sweet story of a father’s love for his son. A fast, easy read.
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A Father’s Wish

Max wasn’t listening to me, and I was at the end of my rope. This teenager was embarrassed by me, and I was devastated. I didn’t understand why I couldn’t have the same relationship with my son that I had with my dad. My dad had been my best friend. We did everything together. Years later, when he passed, I experienced his last breath with him. We were mystically connected and I wanted desperately to connect with my son the same way.

I sat in my comfy chair like I had a million times before and meditated, as my dad taught me. I went fantasy traveling in my mind, hoping to find a pathway to my son – to reconnect more meaningfully.

“Help me, Dad,” I pleaded.

Something miraculous happened—something so out of this world it was beyond explanation. Could this be what I was looking for? Would this be the miracle that would change my relationship with my son? God, I hoped so. 

Read A Father’s Wish to learn how never giving up on your child can create its own miracle.

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