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4.16 AVERAGE
4.16 AVERAGE
Definitely my favourite Montgomery book… such a splendid mixture of fun, sadness, bitterness and love, thrown together in the way only Montgomery can. I’ve always looked up to Jane and admired her for standing up, but still being respectful. And I must confess that I’ve always wanted to learn to make doughnuts, just because Jane couldn’t.
The book really makes you want to live on the Island and keep a cute little house (Montgomery had a thing for cute little houses, I think). The characters, like all Montgomery’s characters are alive from the first page onward, and the main character, like many of Montgomery’s main characters, had family problems (the vast majority of her characters are either starved for love, or have family problems, or both, it seems to me?)
Altogether, a delightful little read, the kind of book that you want to give a good hug for being entertaining, but not frivolous.
Go read it, you won’t regret it. Even my sister that hates old books and long books, read it and loved it.
The book really makes you want to live on the Island and keep a cute little house (Montgomery had a thing for cute little houses, I think). The characters, like all Montgomery’s characters are alive from the first page onward, and the main character, like many of Montgomery’s main characters, had family problems (the vast majority of her characters are either starved for love, or have family problems, or both, it seems to me?)
Altogether, a delightful little read, the kind of book that you want to give a good hug for being entertaining, but not frivolous.
Go read it, you won’t regret it. Even my sister that hates old books and long books, read it and loved it.
A bit too abrupt of an ending. I felt deprived of getting to witness all the joy that the characters express as plans at the end. Otherwise, classic Montgomery with her heartbreaking love of the pastoral beauty of Prince Edward Island and her irrepressible heroines.
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
There is quite simply magic in Lucy Maud Montgomery’s writing. There is no other way to describe it or to explain the incredible pleasure it is to read her works. ❤️
One of my favorite LM Montgomery books. I just love how CAPABLE Jane is. Kids enjoyed it, too.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I have loved this book ever since I first read it as an eleven- or twelve-year-old. It is so wholesome and sweet. The contrast between Toronto and Prince Edward Island is so striking that it makes PEI seem like the perfect paradise.
I highly recommend this book for any child who is old enough to be familiar with the concept of divorce.
I highly recommend this book for any child who is old enough to be familiar with the concept of divorce.
Probably one of my absolute favorites of Montgomery’s works–Jane of Lantern Hill is just a perfect picture of Montgomery’s genius.
Jane is a sad little girl who lives with her mother and grandmother in Toronto. And even as a child, Jane knows that no one at 60 Gay Street is happy. Not her horrid grandmother, who doesn’t even really try to pretend to love Jane. Not Jane’s mother, who puts on a brave face, pretty gowns, and fake smiles. And definitely not Jane who is absolutely stifled at home.
And then she learns that her father isn’t dead. And he sends for her, to come and stay with him on Prince Edward Island for one glorious summer.
At this point, the descriptions are magic and you can clearly feel Montgomery’s love for her home island. And poor, suffocated Jane begins to flourish. She thrives on P.E.I. with a father who loves her and new friends who challenge her.
Jane is an amazing heroine. She has an innate ability to read people, and therefore, isn’t fooled by façades or pretense.
After going home when the summer is over, Jane is changed. And everyone can feel it. This is probably one of my favorite parts of this book. Seeing Jane blossom in a silent and respectful challenge to her grandmother.
With Jane’s change, comes many more changes to the characters. This is a heartwarming and lovely story of what it means to find your true home, and how it’s never too late for love and forgiveness.
Jane is a sad little girl who lives with her mother and grandmother in Toronto. And even as a child, Jane knows that no one at 60 Gay Street is happy. Not her horrid grandmother, who doesn’t even really try to pretend to love Jane. Not Jane’s mother, who puts on a brave face, pretty gowns, and fake smiles. And definitely not Jane who is absolutely stifled at home.
And then she learns that her father isn’t dead. And he sends for her, to come and stay with him on Prince Edward Island for one glorious summer.
At this point, the descriptions are magic and you can clearly feel Montgomery’s love for her home island. And poor, suffocated Jane begins to flourish. She thrives on P.E.I. with a father who loves her and new friends who challenge her.
Jane is an amazing heroine. She has an innate ability to read people, and therefore, isn’t fooled by façades or pretense.
After going home when the summer is over, Jane is changed. And everyone can feel it. This is probably one of my favorite parts of this book. Seeing Jane blossom in a silent and respectful challenge to her grandmother.
With Jane’s change, comes many more changes to the characters. This is a heartwarming and lovely story of what it means to find your true home, and how it’s never too late for love and forgiveness.
It was fun and felt very different from The Anne series. I loved watching Jane develop.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes