One shots from different occasions in the year 1988. These are the stories of how Harry spent Easter, his birthday, Halloween and Christmas in the year he turned 8. Harry feels sad and lonely, but is very appreciative of the small gifts he finds in his cupboard, left there from a mysterious presence.

Harry Potter has just finished his fifth year at Hogwarts when he is unexpectedly dumped at a mental hospital by his relatives. Accused of having mental health problems such as anorexia, self-harm and compulsive lying, will Harry be able to escape? Or will he be trapped there for the rest of his summer forced to endure pointless therapy sessions?