I LOVED this book as a kid. I read it several times. I tried to make my own little doll hospital. I'm tempted to read it again, but I'm afraid I'll ruin it for myself. I think I'll let it keep that rosy glow from childhood. ( )

This book was given to me by a Year 7 student (2007) to read as she said it was her favorite book. It is about a young girl called Alison who has been sick for a very long time with an undisclosed illness (leukemia, glandular fever?) Her favorite rag doll Nettie and stuffed toy dog Boodles help her set up a doll's hospital in the spare room as she as acquired a lot of knowledge of medical procedures and practices due to her time in hospital. Her brother Chris helps out as the doll surgeon, and the running of the hospital plus a new treatment helps Alison to make progress in her own recovery. A lovely bookl to give a sick child - full of hope and reassurance.