Frances Hodgson Burnett 
Little Princess 

When Sara Crewe is first sent to Miss Minchin's boarding school, she is treated like a princess but then her father dies and leaves her orphaned and penniless. She becomes a servant at the school fighting against the scorn of her once equals. Her generous nature and fantastical stories make her many friends but it is not until a new neighbour moves in next door that she has a chance for real happiness. A beautiful classic that has captured the hearts of generations.