Red is a tree that has counted many rings over the years. In its branches, under its roots, and in its hollows, raccoons, opossums, little owls, and many others live peacefully together. But Red has another special feature: it is a so-called wish tree – a tree to which people confide their deepest desires. And when a new family moves into the neighborhood and ten-year-old Samar wishes for nothing more than a friend, Red's wisdom and experience become more important than ever. Suddenly, Red decides to break all the rules and raise its voice – a plea for peaceful coexistence – poetic and touching: a literary masterpiece not just for young readers. The New York Times bestseller by award-winning author Katherine Applegate.