I adore classics and have been working on re-reading my favorites. Having these devotionals to read along with the story has added something extra. I love how the author ties in the chapter with an event from the Bible. How it can relate to our everyday life. In this case Mary is left alone, but it is a reminder that GOD is always with us.

The devotional has a chapter matching each chapter of the Secret Garden with a few bonus chapters. It includes a verse, summary of the chapter, how it applies to us and prayer. The author quotes versus throughout.

I am grateful for this devotional and can't wait to get my physical copy.

Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book.

*thank you to Netgalley, Barbour Publishing, Barbour Books and Rachel Dodge for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review*


4.5 stars rounded up to 5.


To say that I am impressed is a bit of an understatement. This book was just everything. It was beautiful to look at and read. It was interesting. It was powerful and it really challenges your thinking and perspective. The layout of the chapters made this easy to read and follow. It was just stunning.

Now, I wouldn't say I am a Christian, but, I also wouldn't say I'm not. I'm in the middle with an open mind. But if you are not Christian then just be aware that this is heavy in religion. Though you shouldn't let that stop you from grabbing this as it has many and I mean MANY, fantastic life lessons I think everyone can benefit from.

This book has really made me see my favourite stroy of all time, in a different perspective. I hadn't (consciously) realised just how relatable to lifes struggles The Secret Garden really explores. I really wanted to take my time with this so I'm going to be adding this book to the pile of books I want to be able to just pick up and jump to a chapter, when I need some positive support (which, is actually almost all the time.)

So yeah, this book I can see becoming a treasure of mine and I am so glad it exists.

Highly recommend for those who are open minded.

It is beautiful and inspiring but it lacks something in the digital version. Devotionals are something meant to be held and cherished throughout the year. The feel of the paper, the artwork, and the heft of the devotional are all part of the experience.

I love Rachel Dodge’s devotional books, so I was very excited that I was able to read an advanced copy. The Secret Garden was not one of my favorite books, but after reading the devotional, I can honestly say I now love it thanks to Rachel. She has a beautiful gift of relating books to Scripture and stories from the Bible. And it’s not like some people who will grasp at straws to make a random comparison - she truly finds the best of each chapter and explains it beautifully. Oh and the illustrations! I always love her companion illustrations, such a talent! I highly recommend this for anyone who wants to spend more time with God in His garden and get to know Him better.

I received an advanced copy from NetGalley in exchange for a review and opinions are my own.

I have read and own several of this author’s devotion books based on literary works. I loved the Anne of Green Gables and Little Women ones especially. Now she adds another beloved book to her collection of devotion books. These are full of devotions based on scenes from the books on which they are based. They are full and rich and are great additions to any personal library. I very highly recommend them.

My thanks to Barbour Publisher for a copy of this book. I was not required to write a review and the opinion here is my own.

This book is stunning! Just look at the cover....and I would say the main content inside is more amazing, much more stunning!

This is for you if you are familiar with The Secret Garden as it will give you a better perspective while reading this book.

You can read this book for an entire month as it is planned that way. But I would say it's okay if you read this book anytime you need to and pick any chapter as you go. A chapter provides so much comfort and warmth. It will make you energized and feel comforted.

I just love how colourful and calming the pages are.

Definitely need this in my collection.

Thank you, Barbour Publishing, for the advance reading copy.