Secret Garden

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett has turned into one of my main inspirations for my film. The story is about a young Mary Lennox who gives new life to a 'garden' that has been lifeless for years. It is the relation ship between Mrs. Medlock (the housekeeper) and Colin Craven (Marys cousin) that fascinates me. Mrs. Medlock wants only the best for Colin, but her attempts of protecting him from disease is making him ill. This is similar to the relationship I am trying to portray in my film. I like the idea of the Mason trying to get involved in his daughter's life, but bringing her down by doing so. It is not intentional, but a result of his nature.
If you haven't read it Irecommend it at the strongest! Here is a link to the book if you are too cheap to buy it and a link to a summery if you are lazy to read it! :)