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The Secret Garden

Written by: Frances Hodgson Burnett
Narrated by: Carrie Hope Fletcher
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Publisher's Summary

Read by actress, singer, blogger and author Carrie Hope Fletcher, Frances Hodgson Burnett’s delightful novel The Secret Garden is given new life. Delve in to the tranquil world of Burnett’s story as you follow the journey of her young protagonist, Mary Lennox, on her journey through her childhood. First published in 1911, the novel is a much-cited ‘classic’ of English children’s literature. It is, however, as much for adults as for anyone else. An uplifting and light-hearted listen, this is the ideal summer escape.

Mary Lennox starts her life as an unhappy victim of circumstance. After the loss of her parents, she moves to rural Yorkshire to live with a distant uncle where she resents the wildness of the countryside. At first, she struggles to find a place in this new existence. Although unsure about her surroundings and its occupants, through the gentle guidance of the maid she gradually becomes interested in the story of Mrs Craven who apparently used to spend her time in a garden at the house, the key to which has vanished. Mary makes it her quest to find and explore the possibilities it holds. Her journey sees her change, befriending a host of loveable characters as the garden begins to cast its spell on her.

About the author

Born in 1849, Burnett moved to America in 1865 where she would live, on and off, for the rest of her life. She was well travelled, living in Paris for a few years before buying a house in England (where she wrote The Secret Garden) and finally moving to New York. She is best known for her children’s novels such as Little Lord Fauntleroy and A Little Princess but was also a prodigious writer of adult fiction. It is this, which perhaps explains how she was able to merge and cater for both audiences with such success in The Secret Garden.

About the narrator

Carrie Hope Fletcher is an award-winning actress, best-selling author, musical theatre star and social media influencer. Carrie has starred in Les Misérables, and Heathers on London’s West End and is author to four best-selling books: All I Know Now, On the Other Side, All That She Can See and When The Curtain Falls, her next title is called In The Time We Lost. Carrie has also released a debut solo album, When The Curtains Fall. The album features Carrie’s most-loved musical theatre songs, covered in a unique and modern way. Alongside her acting, writing and music career, Carrie has an established online presence with over 528,000 followers on Twitter, 492,000 on Instagram and over 652,000 subscribers on her YouTube channel.

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This is a classic story, with some wonderful moments. The narrator does an incredible job and her accents are delightful. I have rarely enjoyed a reader more.. It’s a story for kids, but adults will love this audiobook too.

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Trouble x Goodness x Work = Growth

A perfect book.

So current it’s hard to believe it was written 112 years ago.

A story about dysfunctional parents and dysfunctional children sorting it out and making it right.

A children’s story that was written to help adults grow up.

My favourite kind of story.

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Such a sweet story ❤

I Loved every moment of this book. I wish it had a sequel. It's one I've read before and I remembered it fondly.

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childhood favourite is again a favourite 🥰

Excellent performance brings this beautiful story to life all over again. First published in 1911, it’s a take for all peoples, all ages. A real comfort-listen.

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I love this book

It makes me cry every time. It is so beautiful and touching. Do read it!

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The Secret Garden

I adore this story! All through out my childhood and then my adult life, I passed over this Story of a mean-spirited, crabby, seemingly unloved child who is displaced and sent to an unknown place with unknown people. This little girl, who up until this juncture in her life, is faced with a mystery and through investigation in her new home, blossoms into a caring chum who is enamoured of her new situation and turns over the life of a new little friend.

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Super story, a true classic, and a marvelous narra

I have read this story several times. It's a true classic. The narrator did the story justice. it was a pleasure to listen to it.

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Great listen!

It was a sweet story with a good ending. I would have like to hear more but that’s a sign of a good book!

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Lovely story!

It showcases the power of friendship and determination. Very heartwarming. The narrator does a fantastic job as well.

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Inspring

The narration is impeccable.
The story is so relevant and well written.
The magic is within us all.

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