Review of The Secret Garden (1993) by Jenn S — 16 Feb 2009

I barely remember this...good childhood book though...

This review of The Secret Garden (1993) was written by Jenn S on 16 Feb 2009.

The Secret Garden has generally received very positive reviews.

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