A review by trio
The Dolls' House by Rumer Godden, Christian Birmingham

5.0

"The Dolls' House" tells the story of Tottie and her wooden doll family who live in a shoebox and dream of having a real home. Their dream comes true when Emily and Charlotte gift them a Victorian dolls' house, but the arrival of Marchpane, a beautiful yet unkind doll, disrupts their peace.

I had planned to read this in December as a holiday choice, but I couldn't resist starting it sooner! I love how this story really captures childhood, blending happy moments with challenges, the power of wishes, and hopefullness. It beautifully portrays the magic of dolls and dollhouses while conveying valuable lessons about family togetherness and individuality. A quick and sweet read for any age group.