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Name: The secret garden
Author: Deborah Hautzig

When ten‑year‑old Mary Relton is sent to live in a lonely house in the Yorkshire moors, she discovers a secret garden kept locked for years. While spending time with her invalid cousin, Mary uncovers the garden’s hidden stories and learns its importance to their family. The tale blends elements of childhood adventure, the challenges faced by people with disabilities, and the restorative power of nature within a gentle, rural setting.

First publish date: 1995

Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers

Authors: Deborah Hautzig

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