The Secret Garden

By: Frances Hodgson Burnett

Narrated by: Helena Bonham Carter

The story of an unhappy little girl, her invalid cousin, and the healing power of friendship and love. Reading level: 4.8.©1993 Warner Brothers; (P)1993 Penguin/HighBridge Audio

Critic reviews

“It is only the exceptional author who can write a book about children with sufficient skill, charm, simplicity, and significance to make it acceptable to both young and old. Mrs. Burnett is one of the few thus gifted.”—The New York Times

even better than the movie!

I've loved this story ever since I was a little girl. I was delighted to see it on audio book, and struggled with which one to buy. I am glad to say I am not dissapointed. I loved it!

Love it!

Would you consider the audio edition of Secret Garden to be better than the print version?

I love to read but the voice actor does such a great job I definitly loved this version better!

Who was your favorite character and why?

I loved little mary, I've know many girls like her.

Have you listened to any of Helena Bonham Carter’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No but I've seen her and movies, she is wonderful!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No but I've read this story many times so I know what to expect.

Any additional comments?

I Love this story, simple and sweet.

One of my favorites!

The narrator truly made you feel like you were right there in the story, in the garden.

Beautiful warm narration!

Boham-Carter’s warm voice and captivating reading made it a wonderful experience! I was re-reading the book so that I can read it to my kids, and I was so right to pick this version! I took me back to my childhood dreaming readings!

Delightful!

I purchased this because Helena Bonham Carter was reading. I love the way she brings life to the story!