Hi Jenny, My friend Pat also says the TV version of call the midwife is no where near as good as the books. What a good thing I haven't read the books yet as that would put me off too. I'm going to borrow the books from Pat when the TV series has finished which is the best way then I will know what it's like. I haven't heard of the other book you mentioned but sounds good so will certainly add it to my list. Enjoy the Lion King. My friend Anna went to the musical in London a couple of years ago she loved it. Love Clare