Marilyn Lightstone Reads

In this 70 minute finale, Master Craven makes his return to Misselthwaite Manor.

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

Colin, inspired by the "Magic" of the secret garden, resolves to change and become a scientist, exploring the growth of plants and the power of positive thinking. With the help of Mary, Dickon, and Ben Weatherstaff, he secretly works on improving his health to surprise his father upon his return.

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

Colin, determined to keep the garden's location secret, commands the head gardener to keep everyone away as he plans his visit. When Colin finally enters the garden, he is enchanted by its beauty and resolves to get well and live forever.

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

After another night of tantrums from Collin, Mary and Dickon begin preparations to bring him into the garden. 

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

After a week of rain, Mary returns to the secret garden, finding it in full bloom with the arrival of spring. In the garden, Mary and Dickon bond over their excitement for the new growth and agree to find a way to bring Colin to the garden, hoping it will improve his spirits and health.

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

On one sleepless night, Mary hears the same crying she heard in the corridor. Defying Mrs Medlock’s orders, Mary follows the noise and discovers a young boy.

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

Dickon and Mary busily set to work restoring the garden. And later back at the Manor, Mary asks Master Craven for assistance.  

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

Mary explores the long-neglected secret garden filled with oversized rose bushes and vines. Overjoyed by her love for the garden, Mary asks Martha for tools to help her in gardening.

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

A rainstorm confines Mary to the indoors. Determined to make the most of her time despite the rain, Mary embarks on a quest to locate Misselthwaite's library and delve into its numerous shuttered chambers.

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.

During her first morning at Misselthwaite Manor, Mistress Mary meets Martha, one of the manor’s many maidservants. Martha tells Mary about a Garden somewhere on the property that has been locked up for 10 years. Mary sets out to discover the rumored garden for herself.

Marilyn Lightstone reads the heartwarming story of young orphan Mary Lennox and celebrates the power of nature, friendship, and the human spirit. Beautiful stories, beautifully read, for a crazy world.