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The Little White Horse by Elizabeth Goudge

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In The Little White Horse, did you enjoy ...

... the enchanting and detailed depiction of a magical, timeless setting?

Tom's Midnight Garden by Philippa Pearce

If you loved the richly described Moonacre Manor and its surrounding countryside in The Little White Horse, you'll be captivated by the lush, evocative garden Tom discovers each night in Tom's Midnight Garden. The sense of place is immersive, and the magic woven into the everyday world creates a similarly enchanting atmosphere.

... watching a young protagonist grow and transform through adventure and adversity?

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett

If Maria's journey of self-discovery and growth in The Little White Horse resonated with you, you'll find kindred magic in The Secret Garden. Mary Lennox's transformation from a prickly, lonely child to someone capable of love and friendship mirrors Maria's own personal growth, set within a mysterious and magical estate.

... the gentle, hopeful tone and comforting sense of wonder?

The Children of Green Knowe by Lucy M. Boston

If you were charmed by the warmth and optimism of The Little White Horse, The Children of Green Knowe will wrap you in a similar sense of comfort and gentle magic. Tolly’s adventures in the old Green Knowe house are infused with hope, kindness, and a quiet belief in goodness.

... a coming-of-age journey filled with resilience and kindness?

A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett

If you admired Maria's maturity and courage as she navigates her new life in The Little White Horse, you'll appreciate Sara Crewe's strength of character in A Little Princess. Both heroines face hardship and change with dignity, learning compassion and self-reliance along the way.

... the use of poetic, evocative language to create atmosphere?

The House in the Night by Susan Marie Swanson

If you were drawn to Elizabeth Goudge’s lush, lyrical descriptions in The Little White Horse, The House in the Night will delight you with its beautifully crafted, poetic language. This picture book creates a magical and comforting atmosphere through its carefully chosen words and imagery.

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