The things we wish were true is a story of startling truth revealed through the intricate lives of those we think we know profound perceptive marybeth whalen knows how to braid together the seen and the unseen in a profound story that startles and enlightens. The things we wish were true was a book that i picked up with my kindle unlimited membership i listened to the audible edition and it was better than i expected. The things we wish were true is a novel that explores the nuances of community and belonging showing us the hope pain disappointments and joy that exist behind the facades of a typical american subdivision the characters are relatable and engaging and youll find yourself pulling for them all from the overwhelmed single dad to the . The things we wish were true follows a group of neighbors over one summer everyone is keeping secrets and they unfold slowly in this character driven novel the characters are brought together by a boys near drowning at the neighborhood pool. If you are looking for a new book to read over labor day weekend let it be the things we wish were true by marybeth mayhew whalen this book releases tomorrow september 1st and is available for pre order now