I'd not read this book as a child (and am rather surprised that I'd not been exposed to it then, as many other classic children's books were among my favorites), so I finally determined to pick this story up and give it a read. I rather enjoyed the adventures and excitements of the lives of Bobbie, Peter, and Phil, and their Mom. I think that had I found this book as a child myself, it would've ranked in my top 5 favorite stories. It was a very cosy, charming read.