There are just so many wonderful things to say about the story of Anne Shirley and the beautiful little town of Avonlea. I was gripped by this beautiful story the entire way through. Reading things like this make me wistful for a simpler, more peaceful life. How many times did I day-dream with Anne as she gazed out her gable window! I wished I could have been her bosom friend with Diana Berry!
I don't know why I never read these as a kid. I definitely watched the TV miniseries made from these books and loved it. I watched it so many times I could see the scenes from the movie as I was reading this book. I can see how accurately the movie/miniseries portrayed the book because it was exactly as I remembered.
Lucy Maud Montgomery is an excellent author. She provides perfect detail and description for these characters and their picturesque Prince Edward Island. I laughed out loud so many times at the antics and ramblings of Anne! She truly touches the heart of everything with whom she comes in contact! I can't wait to read the rest of the series!
Someday, Miles and I are going to visit Prince Edward Island! Every time I read another Montgomery book or watch the mini-series I start planning our trip. Can't wait to hear how you like the other books!
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