really loved this story. I don’t think I read this as a child (even though I had a copy) but I think it’s delightful. I remember seeing the start of the film and turning it over because I couldn’t stand Mary but I’m so glad I stuck with it. 

Essentially it’s about two lonely and unloved children finding their way in the world together through the beauty of nature with the help of a straight talking old gardener, a sweet Dr Doolittle type boy and various other characters. 

There’s also an undercurrent of overcoming grief in the form of Colin’s father although we don’t touch on his story much until the end.

Mrs Sowerby’s quote about the world being an orange qnd no one man can own more than his own piece is particularly relevant at the moment. 

Listened on Audrey which was wonderful with great guide notes.