The Bookshelf discussion

I wish had read more of Frances Hodgson Burnett's novels when I was a child. It would have been very interesting to be able to compare a child's view of the book to an adult's view of the book. Unfortunately, I can only view this book through the eyes of an adult. Fortunately, being able to read this book as an adult, I think I picked up more literary devices and whatnot than if I had read it as a child. Even as an adult, I think Burnett still offers magic in her writing. This book has really cheered me up; it is nice to see miserable people transition to a place of happiness. What did you think about the book?

I finished the book today, yay! I really enjoyed it! Reading it sort of awakened the child in me. I love the way the author described everything sensibly but also with that magical sense children have of the world. I think this could have been a series. I would have read the sequel if there was one. I'm glad you picked this book!

I'm glad you liked it! The story is definitely a classic.