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Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery

183 reviews

veratree's review against another edition

4.5

adventurous challenging emotional funny inspiring reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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readwithbumblebee's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

If it was ever possible to find a kindred spirit in a book character, I think I found mine in Anne.

I can’t even begin to word just what a delight this book was to read, and I can’t believe I was intimidated by it for so long! (This is your sign - go read those classics you’ve always wanted to read!)

Anne of Green Gables is such a wholesome, joyful, and inspiring classic. We follow Anne as she grows up, and finds her place within a wondeful found family and the wonderful small countryside of Avonlea.

All of the characters were vivid and charming in their own ways and I could easily picture each and every one of them. The descriptions of the beautiful Avonlea landscapes were poetic and evocative, and just an utter joy to read.

It was wonderfully inspiring how Anne managed to hold onto such a positive and grateful outlook on life. She had such a drive to make the best out of every situation and to assume the best of people. As someone who struggles with getting bogged down by the things of this life and by my worries and cares, Anne’s character was a breath of fresh air. She has her moments of trouble and despair, but always finds a way to let it strengthen her. Her grateful and mindful outlook on life is refreshing and inspiring, and will stay with you long after you finish the book.

I loved how baffled Marilla and Matthew are by Anne’s exhuberant personality and her wild imagination in the beginning, and how quickly they came to realise they couldn’t possibly live without her. This was especially satisfying to see for Marilla’s character, as she faces the pressure of raising Anne and tends to keep her emotions hidden within herself.

Lastly, I loved Matthew’s character from the first page, and I loved his bond with Anne. I loved how gentle and caring and kind he was to Anne, and how he didn’t try to stifle Anne’s imagination or chatter. These two were kindred spirits from the very start, and once again, it was so wholesome to read!!

This century-old children’s classic about an orphan girl moving to Canada is one of the most delightful and joyful books I’ve ever read. If you haven’t read it yet, what are you waiting for?

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perleerose's review against another edition

4.0

adventurous emotional lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

Started reading as a part of a YA Lot course, finished because I enjoyed the beginning
The ending broke my heart but i appreciate the ultimately happy view Anne has on life. I feel like different parts of the book could be comforting through different life events. It’s a good reminder that nothing stays bad for too long. Anne’s homesickness really hit home for me. Montgomery’s description of place is so beautiful and magical, the world seems more vivid through her eyes.

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anindistinctaccountant's review against another edition

5.0

emotional funny lighthearted reflective relaxing slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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gaolga's review against another edition

4.0

funny lighthearted sad medium-paced

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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bpalm2017's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring relaxing fast-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

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anahunter's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous emotional funny lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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catmeez's review against another edition

4.0

hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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wickedgrumpy's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Yet another found family that makes me sob at the genuine bonds that are built.

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lrray26's review against another edition

5.0

funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted 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

I have always loved Anne of Green Gables. It’s a story I’ve grown up with and return to again and again. It was lovely to experience it in a different way this time, especially with Sandra Oh as the narrator and Catherine O’Hara as Marilla. Special shoutout to Megan Follows (my Anne Shirley from the 1985 miniseries) for directing.

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