I remember darkly that I watched the anime as a child, yet I never knew it was a book.<br/>This was truly a magical read. I did not expect to enjoy it as much, since I don't usually like children's stories, however Sara made it really easy. She was so unlike a child, so grown up and I appreciated that because I can relate. <br/>I loved how she wanted to make things better for the poor, even when she was starving herself. What an amiable girl!<br/>The story shows that magical things, can indeed happen, if people are good enough to perform them.