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Lucy Maud Montgomery

Anne Of Green Gables

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1908

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Anne of Green Gables, 11-year-old orphan Anne Shirley is mistakenly sent to live with siblings Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert in Avonlea, Prince Edward Island. Initially upset that Anne is not the boy they expected, the Cuthberts grow fond of her despite the many mishaps she causes. Anne’s vivid imagination, intelligence, and spirited personality lead her through various adventures and the deepening of familial bonds. Descriptions of Anne's past may be sensitive for some readers.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery is celebrated for its charming protagonist and vivid depiction of rural life. Readers appreciate Anne's imagination and resilience. However, some find the prose dated and the plot slow-paced. Overall, its timeless appeal and endearing characters make it a beloved classic in children's literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Anne Of Green Gables?

Readers who would enjoy Anne of Green Gables by Lucy Maud Montgomery typically appreciate heartwarming, character-driven stories with a strong sense of place. Fans of Little Women by Louisa May Alcott and The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett would likely find this novel appealing for its charming portrayal of childhood, family, and imagination.

RecommendedReading Age

9-12years

Lexile Level

970L

Book Details

Genre

Classic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Coming of Age / Bildungsroman

Themes

Relationships: Family

Relationships: Friendship