When Mary Lennox is transplanted from India to England's Misselthwaite Manor, she is utterly miserable. She spends long, lonely hours hiking across the dark Yorkshire moors, or wandering through the gardens of the manor. Then, one afternoon, the wind blows aside a curtain of ivy to reveal the hidden entrance to a previously unknown garden. The secret place takes root in Mary's imagination and the friendless girl becomes determined to find a way into the garden.
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"I read this book as a child and have since read it several times. There's something about it that is so enchanting and mysterious. I love the development of the relationship between the two children, and the author's ability to capture the isolation of the setting and the situation and, later, the hopefulness of a better life. It's a touching story and one that I will definitely read again." — Amy (5 out of 5 stars)
"I read this book as a child and have since read it several times. There's something about it that is so enchanting and mysterious. I love the development of the relationship between the two children, and the author's ability to capture the isolation of the setting and the situation and, later, the hopefulness of a better life. It's a touching story and one that I will definitely read again."
" Loved. Can't believe I missed it growing up. But then I was like Mary in that I played outside a LOT as a child and came to books much later. Treasured the last chapter and very much want to create a garden for my kids. "
" My fav book as a preteen!! Love this!!! "
" The Secret garden brought changes to Mary. She is now a normal child and no longer a quiet contrary as her childhood friends described her. "
" I loved this book - read it when I was about 12 years old. "
" Read it and liked it! "
" A memorable and wonderful story. One of the best. "
" This is one of my most favorite books from childhood. I recently just listened to the audio book, read by Finola Hughes and while I really didn't care much for her voices, it was fun to listen to the story instead of read it. "
" One of the most loved books of all time.Every child should have it read to them, or read it themselves,an all time favorite of mine. "
" Best children's book EVER! Read this to my kids in the car on a long trip. Even Dad couldn't wait to hear more. "
" A good lesson to be learned in this great read. "
" A childhood favorite.I felt transported to another world.The characters were loveable and infuriating.Wonderful story "
" I still remember reading this in the 7th grade. "
" How do you put to read #new retard here follow follow follow and I will follow back "
" This is by far my favorite story of all time. The mystery the garden holds is pure magic and bewitched me even as a young reader. My mind always goes back to the orphan girl without a family or friends or a home who finds love and security in the garden at Miselthwaite Manor. "
" Classic read. Great story that evokes emotion and the curiosity. "
" I had to read this in my 5th grade class. I thought it was going to be girly because of title but it turned out to be good "
" A compulsory but lovely childhood book "
" I read. Re-read. Watched the movie over and over again. I love it. "
" My first real quote unquote novel in 4th grade thanks to my Sissy "
" Easily read this 10 times as a child. "
" a must read for all children "
" A childhood favorite, I love the imagery and language. Ahhhh! "
" I love this book. Rereading it on my iPad to bring back the memories. :) "
" Hay, nh? nhàng, tuy c?u trúc truy?n không logic l?m và hoi nhàn nh?t, nhung bù l?i không khí thiên nhiên, d?ng quê trong truy?n thì tuy?t v?i. Ð?c xong ch? u?c có d?a b?n nhu Dickon. "
" One of my first forays into reading a classic novel. I first read it in primary school and it was full of magic for me. "
" I've read this about 6 times. So should you. "
" One of my favorite books (that wasn't about animals) when I was growing up. "
" I read this to Paul and Lila, and we loved it. I don't think I've ever read it before. I didn't realize how much it is about the power of positive thinking. "
" I cannot count how many copies of this book I have bought. It is the perfect gift for a ten year old having a birthday. It brings back wonderful memories of a teacher reading to the class. Thank you Mrs. Jackson. "
" I really like the book but if I were rating the musical (which is amazing!), I'd give it 5 stars. It's one of my top 3 musicals. "
" It was as beautiful as I remember. A perfect read-aloud: we got to that magical point when no one, not even Mom who has a million things to do, wants to put it down. "
" One of those old books that when you start... you have to finish. What I recommend is: Watch the movie. Seriously. It might be different but it still gives the main point(s). Bleh... "
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