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An absolutely gorgeous story. I first read it when I was ten or so and have had to replace my copy a couple times. It's a bit fairy-taleish in places, but there's room in life for fairy tales.

I loved this book as a child, the story of the orphan seeking her place in the world, and a little cottage where she can pretend she has a home all her own. I did not realize until recently that the author is "The" Julie Andrews, the Sound of Music actress. A lovely and timeless story for pre-teen girls.

great read!a story about an orphan girl who creates a beautiful garden as an escape, reminds me of secret garden, but witten by sound of musics julie andrews!!!

Oh how I wanted to be Mandy! To find a secret place that was just my own and then have wonderful things happen! And I still remember the impact the Shell Room had on me, the first time Mandy discovers it. This is a perfect book for any girl who dreams of finding her place in the world. I would also recommend it to anyone who loved "A Secret Garden" or "Little Princess."